Purpose-driven networking

The Destination For Meaningful Connections

A diverse audience of insurance industry professionals seated and attentively listening during a keynote session at an insurance conference.

Bartenders and insurance industry professionals mingling around a cocktail bar during a busy evening networking reception at an insurance event.

A group of insurance professionals engaged in focused discussion around a roundtable, with one man leading the conversation in a modern meeting room

A crowd of insurance industry attendees gathered around an exhibition stand on the expo floor, engaged in lively conversation with a presenter.

Four insurance professionals laughing and networking over drinks at a standing table during a conference evening reception, with a ValueChecker display visible in the background.

Two women smiling and holding product samples at a branded exhibition stand during an insurance industry conference or trade show.

Insurance conference attendees trying a virtual reality demo about claims and repair management.

Build Connections. Drive Results.

Tired of insurance conferences that fill your calendar but leave your distribution strategy exactly where it was? Connected Distribution USA 2026 is engineered for action.
We've replaced the lectures with tactical workshops and peer-led roundtables where Carriers, MGAs, Brokers, and Agents dig into real challenges: partner misalignment, channel optimization, and broker loyalty.
Come to Austin on September 15–16 ready to trade ideas, find solutions, and build the kind of network that actually moves your distribution forward.

Learn about the formats. Click a section to see the full details.

Networking Networking Power Hour +

Rotate through speed networking groups by channel and exchange practical insights led by expert facilitators.

Senior insurance executives engaged in an active, collaborative roundtable workshop discussion at Reuters Events: The Future of Insurance

Date: September 15
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am CT
Location: Networking Hub

Networking Leaders Lunch +

Have lunch with your business line peers and swap learnings on the channels, products and partners that work for your customers.

Date: September 15
Time: 12:50 - 2:20pm CT
Location: Terrace Ballroom

Learning Meet-The-Speaker Roundtable +

Get direct access to speakers in extended Q&A sessions to unpack case studies and apply them to your challenges.

A bustling networking and exhibition hall at The Future of Insurance 2026. Attendees are seated at round tables near the Expo Stage, with prominent backdrops displaying major industry sponsors like PwC and LexisNexis.

Facilitator: Amy Cooper, Founder of RISE
Date: September 15
Time: 12:15 - 12:50pm CT
Location: Main Stage

Learning Group Problem Solving Roundtables +

Tackle your toughest challenges head-on in small, candid roundtable discussions designed to spark real solutions and genuine connections. Choose the topic that matters most to you and leave with fresh perspectives, actionable ideas, and a network of peers who get it.

An interactive roundtable workshop at The Future of Insurance 2026. A presenter stands next to a screen showing an automation workflow diagram, addressing a small, focused group of insurance executives seated around a table.

Learning Channel Strategy Deep Dive +

Gain inspiration from real-world case studies, followed by roundtables to discuss and refine your channel strategy.

Insurance leaders networking at tables in a premium event hall during The Future of Insurance 2026 conference. Large stage banners display 'The Future of Insurance USA' and showcase sponsor logos including EY.

Date: September 15
Time: 4:25 - 5:20pm CT
Location: Main Stage

Networking Networking Drinks +

Unwind at our evening reception and turn daytime conversations into lasting connections.

Date: September 15
Time: 5:20 - 6:50pm CT
Location: Terrace Ballroom

Experience Day 2 Morning 5k Run +

Rise and reset with a wellness-led networking session, building energy and connections ahead of Day 2.

Date: September 16
Time: 7:00 - 7:45am CT
Location: Hotel Lobby

Learning Women in Distribution Breakfast +

Continue the energy with inspiring conversations celebrating women shaping insurance distribution.

Women meeting at breakfast at the 2025 event.

Date: September 16
Time: 8:00 - 9:00am CT
Location: Workshop Room

Learning Interactive Workshop +

Dive into hands-on sessions focused on real collaboration and problem-solving, leaving with practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

Date: September 16
Time: 9:00 - 10:00am CT
Location: Main Stage

The Network

Grab a Pin, Find Your People

Distribution Expert

Strengthening broker, agent & MGA channels that deliver core distribution volume.

D2C Modernizer

Developing and modernizing direct channels that enhance distribution reach.

Transformation Champion

Powering distribution at scale with data, tech and analytics.

Sales & Marketing Innovator

Driving acquisition, brand awareness and GTM strategies that accelerate growth.

Strategic Leader

Setting enterprise-wide strategy and priorities that shape the future of distribution.

Intermediary Partner

Connecting carriers & customers - brokers, agents and partners that expand market access.

★★★★★ Verified Attendee · 2026 Edition

"Connected Distribution USA 2026 comes at a pivotal time, bringing carriers, brokers, MGAs, and agents into the same room to align strategy before disruption forces their hand, not after."

Experiences

A focused female delegate taking notes during a deep-dive roundtable session at a Reuters Events conference, highlighting the intellectual engagement and strategic work that defines the attendee experience.

Unrivaled Intel

AI Event Companion

Never miss a moment - Get an AI-powered summary of every session, to stay informed of all the key insights, ideas and takeaways - no matter which room you're in.

Two attendees sharing a casual, focused conversation at a conference coffee station, illustrating the high-quality, organic networking opportunities that occur throughout a Reuters Events conference.

Recharge

Barista Coffee

Designed for connection. A premium environment to pause, reflect, and recalibrate before your next strategic engagement. Great coffee, Better company.

A small, intimate group of three professionals engaged in a lively, peer-to-peer discussion at a numbered roundtable at a Reuters Events conference, underscoring the collaborative environment where industry leaders exchange strategic ideas.

Networking, Orchestrated

121 Meeting Service

We eliminate the guesswork. Our 121-meeting service matches you with the peers and partners most relevant to you. Spend your time in meaningful conversations; Don't leave networking to chance.

Who You Will Meet