The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario (IBAO) is pleased to announce their upcoming conference YBCcon, set to take place June 11th at the iconic TIFF Lightbox downtown Toronto. This one-day, immersive event is tailored for emerging brokers eager to enhance their careers and make impactful connections within Ontario’s insurance industry.
Event Highlights:
- Keynote Address: Kirstine Stewart, Former Head of CBC TV, Radio & Digital, and Founding Head of Twitter Canada, explores the power of meaningful connection and how to maximize influence and build trust in today’s business landscape.
- Specialized Learning Tracks:
Industry Hot Topics – Explore emerging risks like the metaverse, VR and the transition to renewable energy, AI and technology, and Ontario Auto product reform.
Specialty Lines Lightning Round – Learn how to expand your practice into Environmental Liability, Surety and D&O.
- Executive Panel: Learn what carriers are looking for in broker relationships and where the industry is heading from top execs:
Kelly Hopkins—VP Broker Distribution, Greater Ontario, Aviva Canada
Chris Evans—VP Sales Operations & Strategic Broker Management, Definity
Alyson Paisley—Deputy SVP Commercial Lines & Prestige, Intact Insurance
Susan Williams-Bonet—VP Ontario Region, Wawanesa
- Mastering Key Skills: Learn how to sharpen your sales approach, handle difficult conversations and lead no matter your title in sessions led by Ed Meiering and Michael Kerr.
- Legal & Market Deep Dive: Get practical legal guidance on minimizing risk and explore how MGAs are evolving in today’s market, with expert insights from a litigation lawyer and Lloyd’s leadership.
- Networking Opportunities: Expand your connections at the Opening Night Party hosted by Travelers and connect with over 40 insurers and industry partners at the Tradeshow & Hospitality Night taking place at Ricarda’s Atrium.
Registration Information:
- IBAO Members: $299 (full conference access including Tradeshow and After Party, accommodations excluded)
- Non-Member Brokers: $499 (RIBO license required)
- Tradeshow & After Party: $249 for IBAO Members; $449 for Non-members
- 10% Discount: for 5+ brokers from the same brokerage
- Register at ibao.org/YBCcon
