2025 Young Agents Development Conference

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October 23 to 24, 2025 Embassy Suites, 401 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Charlotte
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About the Event

Grow Your Skills. Expand Your Network. Own Your Future.

The Young Agents Development Conference is coming to Charlotte, NC on October 23-24 — and if you’re 41 or under (or new to the industry), this is your event.

This isn’t another boring conference. It’s two high-impact days built to help you grow your skills, expand your network, and see exactly what’s possible for your career in insurance. Even better—it’s FREE* for IIANC member agents!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

✨ Real-World Learning: No fluff. Just sessions led by industry pros who’ve been where you are and know what it takes to succeed.

🤝 Powerful Connections: Meet other young agents from across the state, swap ideas, and build a network that can open doors for years to come.

📈 Career Acceleration: Whether you’re aiming for your next role or want to stand out in your current one, you’ll leave with a clear path forward.

💡 Fresh Insights: From new technology to emerging trends, get the inside track on where the industry’s headed (and how to stay ahead).

🎉 Work + Fun: Great content, awesome people, and social events that make it easy to actually enjoy the experience.

Don’t just “attend” a conference — join a community of agents who are learning, growing, and shaping the future of insurance.

Please note: The Young Agents Development Conference does not include a trade show or exhibit hall. Instead, company representatives are invited—and encouraged—to join us for an event packed with high-value networking and learning opportunities. Connect with independent agents in a relaxed, high-energy environment, and gain insights from industry thought leaders who are shaping the future of insurance.

*IIANC member agents can attend the Young Agents Development Conference for FREE! A $50 registration fee will be charged and refunded as a $50 Amazon gift card (emailed 2–3 weeks after the event) to those who attend. This fee helps reduce no-shows—if you don’t attend or cancel at least 10 business days in advance, the fee is forfeited. Offer valid for IIANC member agents only.

Contact Information

Allyson Knott, CMP

aknott@iianc.com

Event Speakers

Schedule

Expand each date below to explore the schedule. 
Thursday, October 23
8:30am - 10:00am
🌟 Conference Kick Off with "Kits for a Cause"
Arrive early and make an impact! Join us before the first general session to help assemble “Kits for a Cause” for Revell With a Cause, our chosen charity partner. These kits provide essential supplies that are distributed to those in need during natural disasters—like the recent Hurricane Helene in Western NC.

Not only will you do good for our community, but you’ll also have the perfect chance to connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed, hands-on setting before the conference officially begins.

💡 Give back. Break the ice. Start strong.


10:00am - 11:30am
General Session: Built to Thrive
Speaker: Kody Houk

Success isn’t an accident — it’s built through discipline, focus, and consistent execution. In this session, Kody will cut through the noise and show you exactly what it takes to thrive in both business and life. No fluff, no shiny objects, no theory — just real strategies for sharpening leadership, creating a results-driven culture, and making disciplined decisions that lead to long-term success. Expect a direct, no-BS approach that challenges the way you think and leaves you with a clear plan to go to the next level personally and professionally. 


11:30am - 1:00pm
Networking Lunch


1:15pm - 2:15pm
General Session: Peer Chats

Jump into our high-energy Peer Chats—small-group conversations where you’ll trade real-world tips, swap success stories (and lessons learned), and walk away with strategies you can use right now.

We’ll dive into hot topics like:

  • Prospecting smarter and filling your pipeline
  • Winning bigger, more profitable accounts
  • Leveraging AI to wow your clients
  • And more, straight from the agents who are in the trenches with you
No slides. No lectures. Just honest, practical conversations with people who get it.


2:15pm - 2:30pm
Break


2:30pm - 3:30pm
Breakout Sessions (choose one):

Option #1: The 3 Pillars of Prospecting: The Key to Building a Sustainable Pipeline
Speaker: Kody Houk

Stop spinning your wheels and start filling your pipeline with purpose. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the three core pillars of successful prospecting—and how to apply them right away. Through live Q&A and real-time problem solving, you’ll leave with a customized, actionable plan designed to help you generate consistent opportunities and hit your growth goals.

 
Option #2: There’s an App for That: Tech Tools to Save Your Sanity
Speaker: Casey Nelson

Overwhelmed by to-do lists? Drowning in email? In this breakout session, we’ll share the must-have tools and tech hacks that can simplify your workday and make life outside the office easier, too. Leave with a ready-to-go toolkit for cutting through the chaos.


3:30pm - 3:45pm
Break


3:45pm - 4:45pm
General Session: Leading from Behind: How Young Agents Can Drive Tech Change Without the Title
Speaker: Casey Nelson

You don’t need a management title—or a massive budget—to drive meaningful technology change in your agency. Join Casey Nelson of Catalyit as he shares how Young Agents can “lead from behind,” influencing decision-makers and championing practical tech solutions that won’t break the bank. Learn how to identify high-impact, low-cost tools, build buy-in with leadership, and position yourself as the go-to resource for moving your agency forward.


5:30pm - 7:30pm
Off-Site Networking Meetup
Location: Bowlero, 210 E. Trade St. 

🎳 Strike Up Some Fun at Bowlero Charlotte! After a full day of learning and connecting, it’s time to switch gears and hit the lanes! Join us at Bowlero Charlotte for a night of bowling, bites, and laid-back networking.

Challenge your new industry friends to a little friendly competition, cheer each other on, and keep the conversations rolling while you rack up the strikes. Whether you’re a bowling pro or just here for the fun, this is the perfect way to unwind and build connections in a relaxed, high-energy setting.
 
Friday, October 24
8:00am - 9:00am
Breakfast

 

9:00am - 10:30am
General Session: How to Build a Strong Personal Brand in Insurance
Speaker: Yiana Stavrakis

In a competitive industry, your personal brand is what sets you apart. Join Yiana Stavrakis as she shares practical strategies for defining your unique value, amplifying your presence, and building credibility that attracts both clients and career opportunities. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, you’ll leave with the tools and confidence to stand out—and stay top of mind—in the insurance world.

 

⚡🚴‍♀️ Pedal Into the Future! 🚴‍♂️⚡

 

Want to ride off in style? One lucky Young Agent will win a brand-new e-bike at YADC25! 🎉 But here’s the catch — only agents who show up for Friday morning’s session will be entered to win. Don’t sleep in… this is one prize worth waking up for!

Registration

Registration is now closed.

Pricing (Agents):

Agents are classified as those who are employed by independent insurance agencies in the state of North Carolina. Company/vendor representatives are not eligible to register for these functions/pricing (even if they are licensed agents). 

 IIANC Member Agents             Non-Member Agents
Full Conference Registration              FREE*$250
Thursday Day PassFREE*$200

 

*All IIANC member agents can attend the Young Agents Development Conference for FREE! You will be charged a nominal fee of $50 upon registering. After attending the event, you will receive a $50 Amazon gift card to offset the cost of registration (sent approximately 2-3 weeks following the event). This is being done in an effort to reduce the number of "no shows" at the event - if you register and do not show up or do not cancel at least 10 business days before the event, you will forfeit the $50 fee that was initially paid. 

 

 

Pricing (Company Representatives):

 PARTNERSNon-PARTNERS
Networking Pass                        $250                $500
   
   

 

Please note: The Young Agents Development Conference does not include a trade show or exhibit hall. Instead, company representatives are invited—and encouraged—to join us for an event packed with high-value networking and learning opportunities. Connect with independent agents in a relaxed, high-energy environment, and gain insights from industry thought leaders who are shaping the future of insurance.

 

Cancellation Policy

Notice of cancellation for individual registrations for IIANC's Young Agents Development Conference must be submitted in writing to acruickshank@iianc.com. Refunds will only be given to cancellation requests received by close of business 10 business days prior to the event. Substitutions of attendees may be made in writing until five business days prior to the event. Any changes (including substitutions) made to an existing registration will incur a $25 processing fee. This cancellation policy will remain in effect in cases of inclement weather as long as the event/conference is not cancelled.

Hotel Information

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown

401 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd 
Charlotte, NC 28202

We have a discounted group block with a rate of $199/night. This rate will expire on 10/4/25 or when the block sells out, whichever occurs first. 

Click here to make your reservation