Sales & Leadership Conference Schedule

Tentative schedule is subject to change.

Conference Day

9:00 - 10:00 am

  • Registration & Visit with Exhibitors

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    Registration is open. Grab your badge and everything you'll need for the event. Take this opportunity to speak with the exhibitors and make sure you get your exhibitor card signed. You could win a $50 gift card!

General Session

10:00 am - Noon

  • Two (2) IL CE Credits

    A Fresh Perspective on Insurance Sales

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    In this engaging and interactive session, Meg McKeen will invite attendees to consider a new approach to the work they do as insurance professionals today. Using relevant, real-time stories from both her own experience and those she works with today, together we will explore the notion of success, take a deeper look at your own sales process, and dig into often easier-to-ignore concepts like imposter syndrome, boundary-setting, and time management. Attendees will leave with actionable ideas that they can implement immediately.

Lunch Break

Noon - 1:00 pm

  • Lunch With Exhibitors

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    Attendees have the opportunity to meet with various exhibitors while enjoying lunch.

Afternoon Sessions

Sessions Take Place from 1:00 - 4:00 PM

  • One (1) IL CE Credit

    Roundtable Discussions

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    Info Coming Soon

  • Two (2) IL CE Credits

    Get the “F” Out - How Every Agency Can Streamline Their Processes with Technology and Automation

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    In this engaging session, Patrick McBride scratch agent and founder of The McBride Agency and Co-Founder of TechMarketer dives into the his transformative approach of removing friction, the "F," from your agencies processes, enhancing the efficiency of your team and increasing your clients satisfaction. Discover how he approaches integrating cutting-edge technology and automation into his agency operations. This session is ideal for insurance agents and agency leaders looking to enhance operational efficiency, and stay ahead in the competitive landscape. Leave equipped with actionable takeaways, a clear understanding of the technology available, and the confidence to apply these changes within your agency. Attendees will learn:

    • Solutions Focused: Walk away with an understanding of rapid identification and resolution of agency challenges. Ideal for those who prioritize tangible results and proactive change.

    • Practical Applications: Gain insights into real-agency applications that demonstrate the significant impact of reducing friction in day-to-day operations.

    • Innovative Strategies: Uncover the latest in technology and automation tailored specifically for insurance agencies to streamline workflows and improve client engagement.

    • Problem-Solving Techniques: Learn how to identify and eliminate points of friction in your client interactions and internal processes, leading to increased productivity and client satisfaction

    • Interactive Tools: Explore tools and technologies that can be implemented immediately to start seeing results in efficiency and client service.

Reception with Exhibitors

Prize Drawings take place at 4:45 pm.

  • Reception With Exhibitors

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    Attendees have another change to visit with exhibitors. Stay until the end - prizes will be drawn!

Social Event 6:00 pm

  • Social Event - Dave & Buster's

    Attendees are invited to Dave & Buster’s for our social event! Transportation will be provided, leaving the hotel at 6:00 pm. The outing will begin with drinks & a bite to eat before enjoying all Dave & Buster’s has to offer. Each attendee will receive a power card with 75 chips pre-loaded, as well as unlimited video game play.

    Big I Illinois Sales & Leadership Conference - Social Event