2026 Governance Conference

Sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

• Methods to manage multi-year strategic priorities
• How data integration and insight will modernize risk pooling
• Why juror views are changing and the impact on verdicts against public entities
• Cost trends and influences that will impact employee benefit programs in 2026
• Using AI to boost cybersecurity risk management for your members
• Ideas for overcoming your biggest governance challenges
• The impact of obesity on claims and costs, and influence of GLP-1 drugs
• How to educate pool members about rate increases and coverage changes

Sunday, March 1

• Registration open from 8 a.m.–7 p.m. CT
• Pooling Basics (9 a.m.–5 p.m.) — Optional training, open to all AGRiP members. See details in Registration and Pricing.
• Nashville Legends Spotlight Tour at Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry (12:15–5 p.m.) — Optional activity, open to members and their guests. See details in Registration and Pricing.
• Welcome reception (5:30–7 p.m.)

Monday, March 2

• Registration starting at 7:30 a.m.
• AGRiP Orientation — Optional breakfast session, open to all attendees. People newer to pooling or AGRiP are encouraged to attend.
• Keynote presentation from AGRiP’s 2026 Resident, Juliet Funt, with strategies to boost operational efficiency with a member service mindset
• Concurrent sessions

Tuesday, March 3

• Registration starting at 7:30 a.m.
• Concurrent sessions
• Awards for Excellence ceremony and AGRiP Recognition acknowledgment

Wednesday, March 4

• Registration starting at 7:30 a.m.
• Concurrent sessions

Early registration pricing ends on Wednesday, Jan 28. Registration closes on Friday, Feb. 6.

On-site registration options are limited. Please review our conference policies for full details.

Registration Fees

• Members: $1,040 through Wednesday, Jan. 28 ($1,140 beginning Thursday, Jan. 29)
• Non-members: $1,525 through Wednesday, Jan. 28 ($1,625 beginning Thursday, Jan. 29)
• Pooling Basics: $325 (open to members only)
• Nashville Legends Spotlight Tour at Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry: $115 (open to members and their guests)

AGRiP offers conferences as a member service, not a revenue strategy. Our registration fees do not generate “profit” for the association and are reflective of the true event production costs. QEI Patrons provide substantial financial support to offset registration fees that would otherwise be required.

Guest Registration

• Welcome Reception: $155
• Guest Meal Package (3 breakfasts, 2 lunches): $465
• Nashville Legends Spotlight Tour at Ryman Auditorium and Opry House: $115

Guest registration is not allowed for business colleagues who are otherwise eligible to attend the conference. Guests are partners or traveling companions of registered attendees. Guests may not attend educational sessions.

Optional Programs  

Pre-registration is required for optional programs. The only optional program open to guest attendees is the tour.

• Pooling Basics (Sunday, March 1, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.) — This highly regarded training offers the strongest possible introduction and education for anyone newer to pooling. The conversation moves quickly to keep you engaged, with experienced faculty covering core pool operations like claims, underwriting, risk management, member services and finance. You’ll also learn how a governing body contributes to key activities and decisions, with time set aside to explore differences among pools. Bring your questions and leave with a clearer understanding and practical perspective that will support you in your role. Preregistration is required. Open to AGRiP members only.
• Nashville Legends Spotlight Tour at Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry (Sunday, March 1, 12:15–5 p.m.) — Discover Music City with an afternoon highlighting the venues that shaped Nashville’s sound. Experience a group presentation and time to explore exhibits at the Ryman Auditorium, then continue to the iconic Grand Ole Opry for a behind-the-scenes tour of its celebrated stage. Connect with fellow attendees and enjoy the city’s hallmark Southern hospitality as you kick off your conference experience. Limited to 100 attendees.
  • Boarding the bus requires walking up five steps. Wheelchairs and folding scooters may be brought onboard.
  • Both the Ryman Auditorium and the Grand Ole Opry offer fully accessible tours.
  • Both venues conduct security screening upon entry, and all bags will be checked. There are no size restrictions for bags.

Cancellations 

Cancellations received on or before Monday, Feb. 9 will be subject to a $100 administrative fee. Because AGRiP pays venue and related event expenses based upon projected attendance, refunds will not be given for cancellations received after Monday, Feb. 9 or for no-shows. If you cancel a conference registration, please also cancel the hotel reservation. This can be done by contacting the hotel directly or using the link provided in the reservation confirmation email.