Clone of 2025 Education Convocation Sponsor Opportunities

2026 BIG ‘I’ EDUCATION CONVOCATION SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

September 29-October 1, 2026 | Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor | Baltimore, MD
What is Education Convocation (Ed Convo)?

Education Convocation is an annual event for Big “I” state insurance education leaders from across the country. It’s a one-of-a-kind conference which provides each state and attendees the opportunity to focus on strengthening and enhancing their state education programs. For 2026 the event takes place in Baltimore, Maryland. A vibrant, walkable waterfront where maritime history meets modern entertainment, it's knowing for it's fresh seafood, and the world-famous Maryland blue crabs. Fort McHenry, birthplace of the US National anthem, sits at the mouth of Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Don't miss it!
Connect with State Association Education Leaders

This event is your direct gateway to 30+ Big "I" State Education professionals. These influential staff members are actively seeking innovative ways to enhance their education programs, and identify new business opportunities, making this an unparalleled opportunity. Engage directly with decision-makers eager to develop and strengthen their education. Participate, share and support insurance education and forge meaningful partnerships. If you are looking to expand your reach into state association education, explore event speaking opportunities, or share valuable topics and resources provided by your organization, this is the must-attend event to build face-to-face relationships that make a difference.
Sponsor Benefits - Visibility, Connection, Trust
- Direct Connections: Your company will be listed in the program guide's sponsor directory and on the Big "I" event app, ensuring attendees can easily find you. Plus, receive conference attendee contact lists both before and after the event to facilitate introductions and follow-up.
- Complimentary Event Registration. All $2,000+ sponsors receive one (1) complimentary registration. Additional sponsoring company representatives receive a discounted registration rate.
- Brand Exposure. Your company logo will be prominently featured on the Education Convocation website, on all event signage, and with special podium acknowledgement.
- Extended Reach. Sponsors are recognized in News & Views, our weekly publication delivered to over 28,000 Big "I" members, extending beyond Baltimore's in-person reach.
- Contribute to the Experience: Participate in the experience and be a part of this important demographic.and stand out as a company that believes and supports insurance education.
What Is On the Agenda?
- Tuesday, September 29: Afternoon User Group Meetings
  - Welcome Reception
- Wednesday, September 30: All Day Programming
  - General session, topic based sessions, user groups and sharing of information and ways state associations can enhance their education programs. As the day winds down, curate your night in Baltimore.
- Thursday, October 1: All Day Programming
  - Another day of sharing, learning, and networking with state associations, including the always popular Excellence in Insurance Education Awards lunch and keynote speaker Jenn Urso.
Logistics and Deadlines

Fall Leadership Conference Website.

RESERVE YOUR ROOM
The Hilton is now accepting reservations for our meet. Act soon, our room block is filling quickly.

REGISTRATION AND COMP CODES

Registration will be open on June 30th. All $2,000 sponsors will receive one complimentary registration and comp code.

Please submit your form and selection(s) by July 13, 2026.

Questions?

Contact Ines Hoyle, Program Manager at ines.hoyle@iiaba.net
Sponsorship Opportunities

Amplify your presence and connect directly with key education leaders. Select your sponsorship opportunities below to secure your spot at this year's event (multiple selections welcome).
All options are available on a first-come and first-reserved basis.

Eat, Meet and Win: Partner Marketplace ($2,000): A fresh, high-value twist on our traditional Sponsor Showcase. To maximize your networking time, we are collecting sponsor profiles in advance so attendees can preview your offerings and come prepared with targeted questions. This new format allows for 1) Pre-Event Exposure: Your solutions provided in advance and in the program guide 2) Prime Networking: Lunch with attendees and time to engage at high top table.3) Excitement: Participation in the crowd-favorite prize drawings. No rotations - everyone can Eat, Meet, and Win! [5 of 8 available] Appearing at the event: The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (HSB), XCEL Solutions, Agent & Broker Group, The Institutes
Display and Logo Items
All sponsors invoices will be emailed to the primary contact name as provided below.
Company Information

Please provide the following:
Company Name: Please enter EXACTLY how you would like it displayed
Website Link
Primary Contact and Invoice Name

First NameLast Name
E-mail
example@example.com
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Please upload your company logo in JPG or PNG format. If you have an EPS or vector file, email it to ines.hoyle@iiaba.net.

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Sponsor Directory - In Gratitude: Please tell our attendees a few sentences about what you want them to know about your company. Your brief synopsis and contact information from above will be include in the In Gratitude section of our Sponsor Directory in the Program Guide.
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2026 BIG ‘I’ EDUCATION CONVOCATION SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

What is Education Convocation (Ed Convo)?

Connect with State Association Education Leaders

Logistics and Deadlines

Questions?

Sponsorship Opportunities

Company Information