Join NAIFA-NE and NABIP-NE at the 2026 Nebraska Insurance Leaders Forum and RUN FOR THE ROSES with up to 300 of the state's top insurance & financial services professionals. A virtual attendance option will be available if you cannot join us in person. 

Attend both days of the Conference & earn up to 5 hours of CE (NE & IA Insurance & CPA) PLUS 3 Hours Insurance Ethics.

Plus, NAIFA & NABIP members who register for the FULL Conference can earn an additional 6 BONUS hours of Nebraska General insurance CE credit. *Please note that members are eligible to receive the 6 bonus hours ONCE each two-year cycle.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION

Member Ticket (Full Conference): $149 
Member Ticket (Single Day): $99

Non-Member Ticket (Full Conference): $249 
Non-Member Ticket (Single Day): $199

Prayer Breakfast (Sponsored by NAIFA-Nebraska): $20

AGENDA

Thursday, April 30, 2026

8:00-9:00 AM -- Check-in, Network, Coffee & Juice available

9:00-10:00 AM -- Opening Keynote: Have No Fear! Nebraska native & Two-time Olympic Medalist Curt Tomasevicz

10:00-10:30 AM -- Break with Sponsors

10:30-11:20 AM -- Breakout Session 1

   -- How to be a Financial Services Advocate (FSA) Part 1 - Andrew Holt, NAIFA HQ - 1 hour of GENERAL CE

   -- State of the Medicare Industry - Jared Strock, Telos Actuarial - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

11:30-12:20 PM -- Breakout Session 2

   -- How to be a Financial Services Advocate (FSA) Part 2 - Andrew Holt, NAIFA HQ - 1 hour of GENERAL CE

   -- Clinical Integration Isn't a Strategy.  It's an Imperative. - Ben Sparks, President, Bryan Health Connect- 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

12:30-1:30 PM -- Lunch with Sponsors

1:45-2:45 PM -- Breakout Session 3

   -- Life Insurance & Investments Legislative Update - Andrew Holt, NAIFA HQ & Liz Lyons, NAIFA-NE Lobbyist - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

   -- Benefits for Better Health Outcomes: Embedding Evidence-Based Nutrition Therapy into Insurance Plan Design - Susie Roberts, Founder - DASH Coaching & Consulting Solutions - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

3:00-3:50 PM -- Breakout Session 4

   --  Social Security Income Planning, Mitigating Risks for Retirees - Mike Waring & Jeffrey Adams, National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

   -- AI, Workflows, and AI Agents in Health Insurance: What's Real vs. Hype, Joshua Brooker, REBC®, ABHP, ASFC, Principal & Certified Healthcare Advocate, PENNIE© Advisory Council, NABIP Individual Markets Working Group, & NABIP Legislative Council - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

4:00-4:50 PM -- Breakout Session 5

   -- Best Practices in Disability Income Protection Planning - Michael Sir, OneProtection - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

   -- Defined Contribution Healthcare: How ICHRA is Reshaping Employer Sponsored Benefits - August Kammueller, ICHRA Pro & Director of Partnerships, Savii - 1 hour of LIFE & HEALTH CE

5:00-6:30 PM -- Reception with Sponsors

7:00 PM -- Evening Social Networking Activity

Friday, May 1, 2026

7:30-8:45 AM -- Prayer Breakfast sponsored by NAIFA-Nebraska (additional registration required - $20 per person)

9:00-11:45 AM -- The HealthStory - A Case of Ethical Malpractice - Weston Smith, former CPA and CFO of HealthSouth Corporation -- This program will provide 3 hours of Insurance Ethics (pending approval)

12:00- Conference Concludes!

Attend both days of the Conference & earn up to 5 hours of CE (NE & IA Insurance & CPA) PLUS 3 Hours Insurance Ethics.

Plus, NAIFA & NABIP members who register for the FULL Conference can earn an additional 6 BONUS hours of Nebraska General insurance CE credit. *Please note that members are eligible to receive the 6 bonus hours ONCE each two-year cycle.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Up to 300 of the state’s top insurance & financial services professionals will be there...And you should be there too! We are excited to offer additional sponsorship benefits to expand your network, increase visibility and maximize lead generation efforts. All exhibitors and sponsors will have access to an intuitive mobile app that features a powerful lead generation system. Use the in-app scanner to easily collect attendee info from an attendees' badge QR code and convert booth visits into meaningful and qualified leads. Click here for more information on our new sponsor benefits!

HOTEL INFORMATION

The Scarlet Hotel is directly across the street from Nebraska Innovation Campus and is the perfect blend of small-town generosity, genuine connection, and creative common ground. Stylish, smart, and with just the right amount of small-town charm, The Scarlet Hotel features 154 brand-new rooms and suites designed for comfort and convenience. Inspired by our location, each room features subtle design touches that are a tribute to the innovators and game changers that call Nebraska home. Experience the good life and enjoy great amenities like complimentary WiFi, 55-inch HDTV, dedicated workspace, and a sitting area with an overstuffed high back leather chair. At The Scarlet Hotel, we celebrate the everyday traveler and the memories to be made.

CLICK HERE to book a room or call 1-531-300-6300.