The organizers of the 2026 Global Insurance Symposium (GIS) are excited to reveal this year’s agenda and topics. With the theme of “Insurance in an ERA of Possibilities,” this year’s symposium celebrates the exciting convergence of global capital, innovation, technology, and human-centered strategy that’s reshaping the insurance industry.
“We’re witnessing a renaissance in insurance—groundbreaking technologies and bold strategies are unlocking unprecedented opportunities,” says Julie Pearce, Chief Content Officer of GIS and Holding Company Specialist at the Iowa Department of Insurance & Financial Services. “The 2026 Global Insurance Symposium is your launchpad for exploring these thrilling possibilities and collaborating with visionaries who are redefining what’s achievable. You’ll leave with cutting-edge ideas and powerful tactics to lead the charge into insurance’s most exciting ERA yet!”
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Keynote Speaker: Navigating Tomorrow’s Landscape
Launch into the symposium with an electrifying keynote that transforms challenges into opportunities! Our visionary speaker delivers game-changing insights on how economic and geopolitical shifts are creating unprecedented openings in today’s dynamic insurance world.
Beyond Bonds: Unlocking Private Credit’s Explosive Potential
Discover the goldmine of opportunities in private credit investments! Join forward-thinking experts as they reveal innovative strategies for harnessing illiquidity, mastering complexity, and building the next-generation skill sets that are propelling carriers into the private credit asset class.
Customer-Centric Strategies: Insurance in a People-First World
Experience the revolution! Dive into the paradigm shift from products to people as industry pioneers share how customer-centric approaches are redefining success and creating deeper, more meaningful connections with those we serve.
The next ERA in Health Insurance
Witness the future of healthcare coverage! This dynamic panel showcases how emerging technologies are revolutionizing customer care and explores the transformative power of vertical integration in delivering extraordinary customer experiences.
Heads or Tails? Navigating the World of Stablecoins
Step into the cutting edge! Navigate the exciting world of digital currency with experts who’ll illuminate how to seize opportunities and strategically manage risks in the groundbreaking era of stablecoins and the GENIUS Act.
Painting the next generations of Risk Management
Join visionary Chief Risk Officers who are architecting the future! Learn how industry leaders are cultivating risk-intelligent cultures, crafting strategies that turn uncertainty into competitive advantage, and embedding risk wisdom into every business decision.
Extra Value: Bolt-on Products and Value-Added Services
Unlock new revenue streams and delight customers! Discover how innovative bolt-on products and value-added services are opening doors to untapped markets, bridging gaps, and elevating the customer journey to extraordinary new heights.
Wednesday, April 15
Keynote Speakers: The Future of Global Reinsurance
Energize your morning with industry titans who are shaping tomorrow! Our keynote speakers deliver a masterclass on the evolving reinsurance landscape, spotlighting breakthrough trends, navigating challenges with confidence, and seizing the boundless opportunities of insurance’s new era.
Insurance Commissioner Panel: Leaders Shaping our Future
Don’t miss this electrifying roundtable! Insurance commissioners from across the nation converge for a captivating conversation on the most compelling risks and opportunities on the horizon, plus exclusive updates on regulatory developments that will define our industry’s trajectory.
Capital Deployed with Global Gains
Putting your capital to work! This powerful discussion reveals how insurers are strategically positioning for regulatory evolution, identifying high-impact deployment opportunities, and how regulators are harmonizing financial stability with affordability as they deploy capital.
Talent 2.0, Upgraded by AI
Welcome to the future of work! Expert panelists paint an inspiring picture of how AI is elevating roles across insurance, transforming skill requirements, and revolutionizing talent acquisition—empowering your team to achieve what was once impossible.
CEO Panel: Visionaries Driving Insurance’s Bold Future
The ultimate power session! Top leaders from P&C, life & annuity, and health insurance sectors unite to share their bold visions for accelerating growth and sparking innovation in our rapidly evolving global landscape. This is where strategy meets inspiration—and where the future of insurance comes into crystal-clear focus.
To view the full GIS agenda, click here. To register for GIS, click here. Hotel rooms for the event can be booked here.
Stay tuned as we release our esteemed panelists over the next few weeks.
