Life & Annuity
Academy

August 2-4, 2026
Chicago, IL
The IAMS Producer Academy is a three-day Life & Annuity training course certain to help grow your business and establish lasting relationships with clients, fellow agents, and your IAMS marketing team.
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There is no fee to apply!
Join us in Des Moines to expand your skillset, spark inspiration,
and build connections that empower you to grow your business.
Sponsored by:
North American
Join us at our Life & Annuity Academy for an exclusive opportunity to elevate your expertise, enrich your business, and pave the way for success! Unlock your potential - apply now with no upfront fees.
Academy Tuition:
$500/attendee*

Includes hotel accommodations, food and drink, and attendance at all seminar presentations.
*Not charged until time of registration

Here's the exciting part!
From the date of application through 90 days post-academy, if you produce $250,000 of qualifying FIA premium or life insurance equivalent, you will earn a full refund of the $500 tuition fee. If you are selected to attend and your production hits the threshold before registration, you'll sail through with zero tuition fees! It's not just an investment in yourself, it's a win-win opportunity!
Featured Academy Speakers
Event speakers are subject to change

Andrew
Herrera

Vice President of Life

Chris
Regione

Chief Underwriter

Chris
Wild

Actuary

Polina
Engel

Director - Advanced Markets

Dan
McGrath

Course Instructor IRMAA Navigator

Jim
Capuano

The Integrity Life Brokerage

Loren
Hollingsworth

Director of Advanced Solutions

Laura
Johnson

Vice President
Annuity Sales Director

Amie
Moran

Global Financial Trust

James
Moran

Global Financial Trust

Kathryn
Bundoc

Annuity Sales Director

Lesley
Castanza

Life Sales Support Associate

John
LaMaster

Life Sales Director

Rick
Katz

Fiduciary Investment Advisor

CJ
Jennings

Marketing Implementation Specialist
This is a
3-Day Event
Our Life & Annuity Academy will be packed full of presentations and entertainment to inspire, enrich and grow your business.
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IAMS Academy Sponsor
About Our Sponsor:
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Athene Annuity and Life Company is a leading fixed annuity carrier that is financially strong and highly rated. We are focused on providing solutions for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeing to fund their retirement needs. Our drive, discipline and confidence can help you achieve more. Click below to learn more about our innovative and fast-growing company.
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IAMS Academy Sponsors
North American

At North American, we know you want to be a smart planner when it comes to your financial future. In order to do that, you need tools and guidance you can trust.

Here’s how we can help—North American offers flexible products designed to meet your long-term goals. Now that’s a smart plan

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Academy Agenda

August 2-4, 2026

Chicago, IL

FEATURED ACADEMY TOPICS:

  • Multi-Million Dollar Keynote Speakers
  • Creating an Endless Stream of Prospects
  • Advanced Sales Strategies
  • Producer Sales Ideas
  • Marketing Strategies for a Digital Age
  • Macro Tax Planning
  • Building Your Brand

  • IAMS Wealth Management:
    Platform, Tools, and Technology

  • Building Your Brand
  • Unlocking the Secrets to Tax-Free Income
  • Practice Development Ideas
  • Indexing Tools
  • Retirement Planning Technology