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Join us in Sandestin!
The 127th IIAG & YAC Annual Convention will be held June 13-15th at the stunning Sandestin Baytowne Resort in Miramar Beach, Florida, for an unforgettable experience!
IIAG's Annual Convention offers an exceptional lineup of speakers, networking opportunities, and trade shows you won't want to miss. We are thrilled to have ESPN Correspondent, Marty Smith, as our Keynote Speaker. Our Friday Night Reception will be hosted at dockside at the Baytowne Marina, with live entertainment from John Hart & The Prince Brothers!
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Annual Convention Itinerary
Please Note: Times are listed in Central Time Zone
Thursday, June 13th
9:00am   IIAG Registration Desk Opens
(Azalea Foyer - 2nd Floor)
9:30am   IIAG Executive Committee & YAC Officer Meeting
By Invitation
(Baytowne Conference Center - 2nd Floor)
11:30am  IIAG Board of Directors Meeting and Luncheon
By Invitation
(Baytowne Conference Center - 2nd Floor)
1:00pm  YAC Leaders Meeting & Luncheon
By Invitation
(Baytowne Conference Center - 2nd Floor)
2:30pm  OPENING SESSION SEATING BEGINS
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
3:00pm  "Insurance Law Pitfalls, Fraud, & Bad Faith"  Â
Featuring Amanda Smith and Lee Gillis of Hall, Bloch, Garland & Meyer LLP
1 Hour Ethics CE Credit
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
4:00pm  "Passing The Torch: Agency Perpetuation" Panel
Panelists:Â Jimbo Floyd and Joe Wood, Turner Wood & Smith
Clint Ivy and Garrett Fleming, Fleming and Riles Insurance
Abigail Whorton and Linda Whorton, Whorton Insurance
Moderated by:Â Jarrett Bridges, Turner & Associates
1 Hour P&C CE Credit
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
5:00pm  Tradeshow and Happy Hour Reception
Join us in our Exhibit Hall for our happy hour Welcome Reception. Connect with convention attendees and 60+ exhibiting partners!
(Magnolia Ballroom - 1st Floor)
6:00pm  Kid’s Camp Begins
Enjoy dinner & evening conference activities with peace of mind!Â
(Baytowne Conference Center - 2nd Floor)
6:00pm  IIAG Board of Directors, Diamond & Gold Partners Reception Â
By Invitation
(Presidential Suite)
7:00pm  Dinner On Your Own
9:00pm  Thursday Night Out hosted by Young Agents of Georgia
All Attendees & Guests Welcome
(Rum Runners Dueling Piano Bar- Located at Baytowne Wharf Village)
Friday, June 14th
8:00am   IIAG Registration Desk Opens
(Azalea Foyer - 2nd Floor)
8:00am   Grab & Go Breakfast
(Azalea Foyer - 2nd Floor)
8:30am   General Session Seating Opens
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
8:55am   IIAG Membership Meeting & Elections
All Attendees Welcome
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
9:00am  "The Future of Georgia Insurance"Â
Sean Kevelighan, Insurance Information Institute
An insightful outlook on the future of Georgia's insurance industry. Understand the key risks and opportunities facing the industry, including climate risk, legal system abuse, cyber, and risk-based pricing.
1 Hour P&C CE Credit
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
9:30am  VIP Meet & Greet with Marty Smith
By InvitationÂ
Diamond & Gold Partners Welcome
(Baytowne Conference Center - 2nd Floor)
10:00am "Pro Tips: How to Communicate Your Value in a Hard Market"      Â
Brooke Lugonjic Liu, MarshBerry
CE Pending Approval
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
11:00am  KEYNOTE: "Leadership Principles from Championship Coaches"
Marty Smith
ESPN Correspondent and Author of Sideline C.E.O.
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
12:00pm  Tradeshow and Luncheon
Friday's "Miami Vice" theme tradeshow features 60+ exhibitors! Don't miss the opportunity to win big with our Exhibitor Bingo!
(Magnolia Ballroom - 1st Floor)
12:00pm  Photos with Marty Smith
Photobooth is located inside Exhibit Hall. Please refer to back of badge for photo time.
(Magnolia Ballroom - 1st Floor)
2:30pm   Cornhole Tournament hosted by Young Agents of Georgia
All Attendees & Family Welcome
(Grand Lawn - Located outside of Baytowne Conference Center)
5:30pm  Past Presidents ReceptionÂ
By Invitation
(Presidential Suite)
6:00pm  Kid’s Camp Begins
Enjoy dinner & evening conference activities with peace of mind!Â
(Baytowne Conference Center - 2nd Floor)
6:30pm  Friday Night Reception & Party
Live Entertainment Featuring John Hart & The Prince Brothers
Dinner served beginning 7:00pm
Wine Toss benefitting GA IPACÂ hosted by Young Agents of Georgia
Photo Booth + More!
(Baytowne Marina)
Saturday, June 15th
8:30am   Closing Ceremony Breakfast
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
9:00am   Annual Industry Award Ceremony and Installation of IIAG & YAC Officers
Join us as we honor those who have made an impact in our industry! This ceremony includes the installation of 2024-2025 Officers.
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
9:45am  "State of the Industry and Association"   Â
John King, Insurance Commissioner of Georgia
John Barbour, IIAG Chief Executive Officer
CE Pending Approval
(Azalea Ballroom - 2nd Floor)
12:00pm  Pool & Beach Time
Keep the fun going!Â
All Attendees & Family Welcome
(Beachside)
Room Block & Resort Map
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort (Baytowne)
A resort unlike any other, Sandestin offers unique views of the Emerald Coast and the Choctawhatchee Bay. To book your room, click here. Please note the hotel rooms fill up quickly! Room Block Ends on May 15th.
Our conference will be held in the Baytowne Conference Center. The IIAG Room block is located in the Grand Complex.
If you are booking a room outside of our room block, we recommend rooming in the Grand Complex in order to be close to the event. Please see the map below for resort layout.
Click Here to Download Sandestin Resort Map
Diamond Partners
Gold Partners
Silver Partners
Bronze Partners
Event Highlights & Activities
IIAG Annual Convention provides a great opportunity to network, earn CE, and connect with industry friends including Thursday's tradeshow luncheon, a Young Agents night out, and Friday night's dinner and concert! For activities such as Kids Camp, Wine Toss, or our Cornhole Tournament, please register in advance by clicking here.
Tradeshow Reception & Luncheon
IIAG has two tradeshows to connect with over 60 partners. Thursday's Tradeshow Reception offers a casual setting to grab a drink from the bar and mingle with exhibitors. Friday, following our Keynote Marty Smith, we will have a lunch available in the exhibit hall for a second opportunity to connect with exhibitors!
Friday Night Dinner & Reception
Join us for our Friday Reception featuring live music, Young Agent Wine Toss, and more entertainment! Friday night's event starts at 6:30 p.m. This is a great time to connect with new and old industry friends.Â
Cornhole Tournament hosted by GA Young Agents
Who will take home the 2024 Championship? We will have beverages, music, networking, and intense competition! Players can sign up in advance or onsite.Â
Wine Toss by GA Young Agents
Join our Young Agents at the Friday night party and participate in a fun and rewarding fundraiser. Purchase rings in advance or onsite and test your skills by tossing rings around an array of wine bottles. Every bottle you ring is yours to take home. Click here to purchase rings or donate!
Kids Camp
The IIAG Annual Convention is family friendly and we even provide an option for parents night out both Thursday & Friday evenings. Drop off the kids & relax at dinner with friends on Thursday & enjoy the Friday night party with our conference
attendees! The Kids Camp is $50 per child per night, dinner is included and kids will take home crafts! Open to children ages 5-12. Click here to signup!Â
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