NAIFA-Florida Blog

January 2026 Upcoming Events

Written by NAIFA-Florida | Dec 18, 2025 2:46:35 PM

Kick off the new year with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow! Join these engaging events designed to help you sharpen your skills, stay informed, and connect with fellow professionals. Take a look at what’s coming up and mark your calendar. We hope to see you there.


NAIFA-Broward Affiliate Planning Meeting
January 14, 2026
9:00 - 9:30 AM

We invite you to a Planning Meeting on the second Wednesday of each month  at 9:00 AM. This is an important opportunity to collaborate, share ideas, and help shape the future of our South Florida NAIFA events. Your insights and participation are vital as we work together to support and grow our community of financial services professionals in South Florida.

Meeting ID: 849 3543 4613
Passcode: 020000

 

Broward January Social

January 21, 2026

5:30 PM

Join us for a special Wine Tasting event at Cooper’s Hawk in the Promenade at Coconut Creek. Enjoy an evening of great flavors and even better company while supporting an important cause. All registration proceeds will benefit Food For the Poor in support of Hurricane Melissa Relief. This meaningful and memorable night is proudly sponsored by Michele Thomas and Doug Jacobs. Cheers to coming together for a purpose!

Registration: 
$10 for members and non-members

Location: 
Coopers Hawk in the Promenade at Coconut Creek
4473 Lyons Rd
Coconut Creek, FL 33073

      

NAIFA-Tampa Bay January Kick-Off Symposium - Ignite Your Best Year Yet

January 28, 2026
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM EST

Start 2026 with the inspiration, strategies, and industry insights you need to elevate your career. Join NAIFA-Tampa Bay for their January Kick-Off Symposium, a powerhouse, single-day experience designed for financial professionals who want to grow, innovate, and lead in the year ahead.

Hosted at the Holiday Inn Tampa Airport Westshore, this dynamic event brings together top industry leaders and nationally recognized speakers who will equip you with proven techniques, fresh perspectives, and actionable tools to accelerate your success.

What to Expect

✔️ High-impact training sessions
✔️ Breakthrough sales and practice-growth strategies
✔️ Cutting-edge insights on AI and modern advising
✔️ Networking with NAIFA leaders and fellow professionals
✔️ A motivating start to your business year

Featured Sessions & Speakers

State of NAIFA & How to Write Your First $100K Life Insurance Policy
Christopher Gandy, LACP – NAIFA President
Gain insider updates on the direction of NAIFA and learn high-performance techniques for building a six-figure life insurance practice.

How to Harness AI to Supercharge Your Practice in 2026
Panos Leledakis – IFAAcademy
Discover practical, real-world ways to integrate artificial intelligence into your daily workflow to save time, increase impact, and differentiate your business.

How to Use Amazing Questions to Build Trust and Get More Clients
Van Mueller
Learn the art of powerful questioning to deepen connections, uncover client needs, and close more opportunities with integrity and confidence.

Who Should Attend
Advisors, agents, financial planners, and industry professionals who want to sharpen their skills, learn from top producers, and kick off 2026 with momentum.

Make 2026 Your Breakout Year
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best, connect with peers, and position yourself for a year of extraordinary growth. Reserve your seat and join us in Tampa for the event that will set the tone for your entire year.

Registration Rates
$35 members
$75 members

Location
Holiday Inn Tampa Airport Westshore
700 N Westshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida 33609

2026 Day on the Hill

February 9-10, 2026
2:00 PM

Make plans now to join your fellow NAIFA-Florida members for our annual Legislative Day on the Hill – February 9-10 , 2026 - in Tallahassee.

Lobbyist Tim Meenan is looking for a large turnout as many critical issues impacting our business will come before the Legislature. Group visits with legislators, talking points in hand, are vital to communicating our stands on these issues. The opening Orientation Session on Monday, followed by cocktails and dinner (included in registration fee) will prepare you for your legislative visits on Tuesday.

Member & Non-Member Fees:

  • Members*: $155/Early or $175/Regular 
  • First Time Attendees*: $125/Early or $135/Regular
  • Non-Member Guests: (Monday Dinner Only) - $85
  • Morgan Dinner: (add-on ticket) - $85

* Excludes Tuesday Night Morgan Dinner

Register today before early registration ends on January 16, 2026!