$229 for Agency Members | $249 for Company/Associate Members | $329 for Non-Members
Accomodation Information
Kalahari Resort
1305 Kalahari Drive | Wisconsin Dells, WI
PIA Room Rate | $139
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Schedule of Events
Wednesday 10/22
Wednesday | Separate Registration Required
Half-Off with Engage 2025 Registration - Click Here to Register!
Lori Rummelt, CIC, CPIA will present the second in the three series, CPIA 2 “Implement for Success” 7 CE Credits (2 are Ethics) Utica approved. No Exam.
Wednesday PM
PIA's Registration Desk will be open to check in exhibitors & attendees and to answer any questions you might have!
Learn about the role of reinsurance in shaping the retail property and casualty market—why it matters, how it impacts carrier behavior, and what agents can do to stay informed, proactive, and valuable to their clients.
Featuring:
Amy DeHart
SVP & Chief Actuary of SECURA
Paul Eaton
Strategy Leader II - Aon Strategy & Technology Group
Stephanie Gould Rabin, ACAS, MAAA, MSIOP
SVP & Chief Strategy Officer at Holborn
Moderated by:
Dan Wolfgram, CPIA, AINS - Chief Operating Officer at Badger Mutual Insurance Company
Catch up with old connections and make some new ones at PIA's (Re)Connect Trade Show and Happy Hour.
Grab some sponsored beer, wine, or soda (cash bar) while touring the exhibitor hall!
Network with fellow attendees over a delicious buffet dinner and sponsored beer, wine, soda (cash bar) before the evening's entertainment!
Party the night away with entertainment by Wisconsin's sought after Dueling Pianos show!
This interactive, request-driven show will have you laughing, cheering, and singing/clapping along. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience!
Thursday 10/23
Thursday AM
PIA's Registration Desk will be open to check in any attendees and to answer any questions you may have!
Start your day with a tasty breakfast (with a kick!) and giveaways!
Hear about the current state of affairs and influence the upcoming leadership of PIA.
Attendees will join in one of two informative breakout sessions:
“Building a Culture of Tiggers in a World of Eeyores”
Cultivating positivity and high performance in workplace relationships.
With Robert “Bobby” Shomo, MBA, CIC - Shomo-Madsen Insurance, Iowa
Bobby spent six years working company side for both Allstate and Safeco in Ohio before moving to Marshalltown to pastor his wife’s home church, and serve as the local hospice chaplain. In 2005, he reentered the insurance industry by purchasing Koehler Insurance. In addition to his extensive higher education including concentrations in Finance & Accounting, Bobby is a National Instructor for the National Alliance in the areas of Agency Management and Life & Health.
OR
"Agency Claims Handling: The Do’s and Don’ts” (2 WI CE)
An interactive, engaging discussion regarding the pivotal role insurance agents play when guiding their insureds through the claims process.
With Martha Lester, MBA, AAI, AIC, CIC, CRM, CFE - Insurance & Business Training by Martha, LLC
Martha has spent her entire career in the insurance industry, serving in a variety of roles. For the past sixteen years, she has served as the Risk Management & Insurance Program Director at Madison College, earning the esteemed designation of Faculty Emeritus. Martha holds a Master of Business Administration with concentrations in Risk Management, Insurance, and Human Resources from Concordia University, along with a Certificate in Cybersecurity from Harvard University.
Thursday PM
Catch up with fellow attendees during a sit-down luncheon, before enjoying an informative legislative address from PIA Past President and current President of the Wisconsin State Senate, Mary Felzkowski (Invited)
Explore how technology, regulation, and customer expectations are transforming insurance claims. Industry experts discuss AI, fraud detection, and litigation trends shaping the future of claims management.
Featuring:
Kellye Golden, CPCU, CIC
President at Wisconsin Mutual
Dakota Knowler, AIC
Property Claim Manager at IMT
Paige Summins
Claims Manager at Rockford Mutual Insurance Company
No Excuses - Break Through Fear and Adversity to Play a Bigger Game in Business and Life
What if you were just one decision away from totally changing the game in your business and your life? We all deal with fear, setbacks, and that little voice in our head full of excuses. But some people know how to push through it, and David is going to show you how.
Get ready for a powerful and practical session that dives into what it really takes to level up. Learn how to get crystal clear on your vision, build a mindset that does not back down, and stop putting things off. This isn't about hype - It's about REAL tools to help you think bigger, act bolder, and finally go after what you truly want.
About David
David is a retired New York State Police Captain who led major operations and investigations during his 22 year career, including serving as a first responder at Ground Zero. While still working full time, he built a million dollar international business with Beachbody and now brings that same leadership, drive, and resilience to his work as a keynote speaker, executive coach, and author of "The Leveled Up Life." David shares real world strategies for overcoming fear, leading with purpose, and building lasting success, to help those looking to grow, lead, and take their business to the next level.
Join us for a networking reception to commemorate PIA’s leadership over the past year!
Sponsored Beer, Wine & Soda (Cash Bar).
A Business Casual Event - Gather together to close out the convention by celebrating the following:
Outstanding CSR of the Year
Company Representative of the Year
Stony Steinbach Achievement Award
Ron Von Haden Agent of the Year
Last Year’s Name Tag Winners
** Online Registration Closes October 10th! Contact Becca at bbredeson@piaw.org for any late registrations **
Important Exhibitor Information
Supporting Members of PIA & Convention Sponsors: You will be contacted personally to process your preferred placement booth and allotment of complimentary convention registrations.
Cost Per Booth:
- PIA Member - $750
- Non-Member - $1000
- 110V Electric Outlet - $75
Fee Includes:
- 2 FULL REGISTRATIONS to all sessions of Engage 2025
- 1 Covered 8' Table and 1 Cocktail Table
- Wireless Internet
- Attendee List - A benefit to Exhibitors Only!
- Pre-Convention website listing with a link to your website
- Recognition in the Wisconsin Professional Agent magazine
IMPORTANT! When selecting a booth number upon signup of your space, this number DOES NOT correspond with booth placement. Simply select a booth number to reserve your place and PIA will assign your booth leading up to the event.
SCHEDULE
** Exhibitor's included attendees have FULL registration to ALL SESSIONS of Engage 2025 **
Exhibitor Schedule for Wednesday 10/22 Trade Show
Setup: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
(Re)Connect Show Hours: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Tear Down: 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Additional Information:
- A confirmation will be emailed to the primary contact and each registered exhibitor. More information will come ahead of the event.
- Individual Exhibitors! Your booth includes two full registrations to all of Engage 2025. Any additional exhibitors must register as full attendees.
- Booth cancellations received by October 8th will receive a full refund. No refunds after October 8th.
If you have questions, please contact Amy Nitschke or anitschke@piaw.org or Becca Bredeson at bbredeson@piaw.org or call our main line at 608-274-8188.
Tear down and then join us for more networking at dinner and NEW Dueling Pianos!