YOUNG AGENTS CONFERENCE
October 19 – 21, 2026, Charlottesville, VA
Empowering Insurance Professionals to Connect, Grow, and Lead
The Young Agents Conference will be held at the Virginia Guesthouse in Charlottesville, Virginia!
Join insurance professionals from across Virginia for two days of professional development, networking, and fun at the 2026 Young Agents Conference.
Designed for emerging leaders, new industry professionals, and those young at heart, this event provides valuable opportunities to build relationships, gain industry insights, and become more involved in the independent agency system.
Industry Insights
Professional Development
Networking Opportunities
Tradeshow
Fun!
Hotel Accommodations
Virginia Guesthouse
2017 Ivy Rd | Charlottesville, VA | 22903
Room Rate is available from Oct 19 – Oct 20 and is $189.00
Rooms are available until September 28th, 2026 or until sold out
Link to the room registration is available in the registration confirmation email
The hotel has self-parking at $5.00 a day
A brand-new venue located on the grounds of the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Designed with conferences and collaboration in mind, the Virginia Guesthouse offers modern meeting spaces, comfortable accommodations, and easy access to the area’s restaurants, shops, and attractions. Attendees will enjoy a welcoming atmosphere that provides the perfect setting to learn, network, and connect with insurance professionals from across the Commonwealth.
EXHIBITOR & SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES
The 2026 Young Agents Conference will host a tradeshow for emerging insurance professionals and the still young at heart!
Connect with the next generation of independent insurance professionals from agencies across Virginia.
Build brand recognition with emerging leaders who are shaping the future of the independent agency channel.
Develop valuable relationships with agency decision-makers, producers, and future owners.
Showcase your products, services, and solutions through dedicated exhibit hall networking opportunities.
Demonstrate your commitment to supporting professional development and the future of the independent agency system.
Conference Schedule
| Tuesday October 20, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration Desk Open & Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Keynote Speaker | Ngozi Nnaji, MS, Founder & Managing Partner of Ako Insurance Consulting |
| 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Panel Session | Denise Perlman, CIC, CEO, Middle Markets of Aon, featuring Young Agents |
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Afternoon Session | Matt Moore, COO of Highway Lost Data Institute |
| 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Tradeshow |
| 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Reception & Awards Dinner |
| 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM | After Hours Happy Hour |
| Monday October 19, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Registration Desk Open |
| 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Welcome Reception & Mixer |
| Wednesday October 21, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration Desk Open & Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Workshop Session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Young Agents Committee Interest Meeting |
Registration Fee
| Fee Type | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Full Registration | $225 | $275 |
| Full Registration Guest | $200 | $275 |
| Welcome Reception Only | $75 | $100 |
| Tradeshow Only | $75 | $100 |
| Reception & Awards Dinner Only | $75 | $100 |
| Tuesday Only (Sessions, Tradeshow, and Dinner) | $175 | $225 |
We have reduced costs for Young Agents (Insurance Professionals under 41 and/or with fewer than 10 years in the industry), First-Time Attendees, and Students.
Early Bird Pricing from 7/27/2026 – 9/1/2026
Re-Cap 2025 Young Agents Conference
Thank you for attending the 2025 Young Agents Conference, where young insurance agents revolutionized risk!
October 22 – 24, 2025 | Williamsburg, VA
- Learning
- Networking
- Fun
Resources:
- 2025 Legislative Update Presentation
- The Road to Self R-evolution Presentation
- Virginia State Police Presentation
Young Agents are insurance professionals under the age of 41 who work with a Big
“I” member agency.
All company representatives, regardless of age, are encouraged to interact with the future leadership of the insurance industry!