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GBL Convention 2026 | August 12 - 13, 2026
Event Details
The GBL Annual Convention is Group Benefits, Ltd.'s signature two-day training and networking event designed specifically for insurance brokers and agents. Held annually in West Des Moines, Iowa, the convention brings agents together for focused education, carrier access, and peer connection in a tight, high-energy format. Attendees can expect a blend of informative and entertaining speakers, free continuing education credits, and access to carrier and vendor partners, all curated to deliver practical insights you can immediately apply to your business, let's go to new heights together.
When:
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Wednesday, August 12th | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm - Training
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Networking Social
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Thursday, August 13th | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Why Attend:
- Knock out your CE requirements: Fast and free. Earn continuing education credits in one streamlined event, saving you time, money, and multiple training days.
- Put faces to names with carrier decision-makers: Get direct access to top carriers and vendors to strengthen relationships and uncover new opportunities.
- Walk away with ideas you can use: Sessions are designed for real-world impact, practical insight, actionable strategies, and takeaways you can put to work the moment you’re back in the office.
- Make every hour count: This two-day format is built for busy brokers. Education, networking, and market intel in one efficient, high-value experience.
- Be part of the GBL community: From exclusive access to GBL and Warner Pacific leadership to charity initiatives that give back, the convention reflects the culture and support that set GBL, a Warner Pacific Company, apart.
Attendee Information
Welcome to GBL's 2026 Convention!
More details coming soon!
Hotel Information:
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
1800 50th Street
West Des Moines, IA, 50266
(515) 223-1800
Discounted rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis through July 27, 2026.
View the 2026 GBL Convention Agenda
Looking for Vendor Information?
Our focus is helping agents elevate their business to new heights. In partnership with Warner Pacific, GBL is excited to introduce a range of innovative technology tools designed to strengthen sales strategies and support efforts to recruit and retain customers. Additionally, GBL prides itself on making sure carrier partners and agents have an opportunity to connect! Below are a few sponsorship levels. If you have any questions, please reach out. We hope you can join us!
Below are the different sponsorship levels:
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$600 - Booth Only SOLD OUT
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$1,750 - one hour CEC spot for either day AND booth space for both days (CEC filing and roster upload NOT included) SOLD OUT
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$1,850 - one hour CEC spot for either day AND booth space for both days (CEC filing and roster upload INCLUDED which is completed by GBL) SOLD OUT
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Sponsor the GBL Happy Hour on Wednesday, August 12th ($250 - $3,000) SOLD OUT
Charity Partner
Each year, GBL raises funds during the Annual Convention raffle to support an Iowa nonprofit making a meaningful difference in our communities.
For the 2026 Convention, we are honored to partner with Wounded Heroes, a 501©(3) nonprofit serving current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, EMS personnel, and healthcare workers.
Through programs like REBOOT Recovery, Connection Adventure Events, and Whole Health Script Mentorship, Wounded Heroes helps Heroes heal, reconnect, and rebuild wellness in mind, body, and soul.
We invite you to participate in this year’s raffle and support the incredible work of Wounded Heroes.
2026 GBL Convention Agenda
We look forward to seeing you at our annual convention! Agents can earn up to 9 FREE CE’s throughout the convention. Please see the below agenda:
Wednesday, August 12th:
12:00-12:40pm: Agent Check in
12:40-1:00pm: Welcome
1:00-1:50pm: CE - Delta Dental
2:00-2:50pm: CE - United National Life/Premier
3:00-3:50pm: CE - Oscar
4:00-5:00pm: Agent Awards
5:00-7:00pm: Networking Social
Thursday, August 13th:
7:30-8:00am: Check in/Registration
8:00-8:45am: Welcome Address
| Individual Segment | Group Segment | |
| 9:00 - 9:50am | Allstate | Savii |
| 10:00 - 10:50am | Physicians Mutual | Nationwide |
| 11:00 - 11:50am | Wellmark | Wellmark |
| 12:00 - 12:50pm | LUNCH | LUNCH |
| 1:00 - 1:50pm | MedMutual Protect | Principal |
| 2:00 - 2:50pm | UHC D-SNP | HealthPartners |
| 3:00 - 3:50pm | Alpha Annuity | GBL - AI and Agency Growth |
| 4:00 - 4:30pm | Charity Raffle Drawing | Charity Raffle Drawing |