LIFE & ANNUITY
ACADEMY Omaha, Nebraska
SpeakUP Seminar Masterclass
July 15-17, 2026
Omaha, NE

More and more professionals are scaling their seminars today. But many lack the necessary tools to establish credibility and build instant connection that leads to new appointments.

Join us in Omaha, July 15-17, for SpeakUp: Seminar Masterclass to level up your seminar presentations.

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Join us in Des Moines to expand your skillset, spark inspiration,
and build connections that empower you to grow your business.
Sponsored by:
Revol One Financial
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

Brian
Maschka

Regional Vice President

James
Moran

Global Financial Trust

Clifford
Blodgett

Digital Marketing Strategist

Curtis
Hawks

Executive Vice President
CMO

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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Academy Agenda

July 15-17, 2026

Omaha, NE

The Academy syllabus is subject to change,
please double-check these details prior to the event.

Wednesday, July  15

Afternoon
Arrivals
TBD
6:00 p.m.
Welcome Dinner

Pitch Pizzeria West
17808 Burke St, Omaha, NE 68118

Thursday, July 16

6:30 a.m.
Made-to-Order Breakfast at Hotel

17879 Chicago Street, Omaha, NE, 68118
Hilton Garden Inn Omaha West

7:45 a.m.
Shuttle Departs Hotel

IAMS - Home Office
505 N. 210th St., Elkhorn, NE 68022

8:00 a.m.
Welcome & Intro
Steve Murray - President, CEO
8:15 a.m.
Setting the Stage: Seminar Logistics
Curtis Hawks - Executive Vice President, CMO Head of Life Sales
CJ Jennings - Marketing Implementation Specialist
9:15 a.m.
Revol One
Brian Maschka - Regional Vice President, Revol One Financial
10:15 a.m.
Break
 
10:30 a.m.
Seminar Topics & Trends
Clifford Blodgett - Founder and Managing Director, Safe Money Marketing
11:30 p.m.
Seminar Introductions: What Not to Do
James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
11:40 p.m.
Lunch Off Site

402 Eat + Drink
17305 Davenport St Q-115, Omaha, NE 68118

1:00 p.m.
Seminar Presentation
James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
2:30 p.m.
Break
 
2:45 p.m.
Seminar Deep Dive
James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
3:45 p.m.
Opening & Closing Stories
James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
5:00 p.m.
Group Photo
Front of Building or Lobby
6:30 p.m.
Dinner/Drinks & Tour

Top Golf
908 N 102nd St, Omaha, NE 68114

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Friday, July 17

6:30 a.m.
Made-to-Order Breakfast at Hotel

17879 Chicago Street, Omaha, NE, 68118
Hilton Garden Inn Omaha West

7:45 a.m.
Shuttle Departs Hotel

IAMS - Home Office
505 N. 210th St., Elkhorn, NE 68022

8:00 a.m.
Building Your Seminar Plan
Curtis Hawks - Executive Vice President, CMO Head of Life Sales
CJ Jennings - Marketing Implementation Specialist
9:00 a.m.

Workshop Live Practice:
Opening & Closing Stories

James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
10:00 a.m.
Break
 
10:10 a.m.

Converting Seminar Attendees
Into Appointments

James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
11:00 a.m.

Running the First Appointment
(Best Practices)

James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
11:40 a.m.

Handling Q&A and Objections
Working Lunch

James Moran - President, Global Financial Trust
12:30 p.m.
Departures to Airport
 

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