Earlier this month, led by the MHQ on-site team, the American Risk and Insurance Association (ARIA) held its 2026 Annual Meeting. The event brought together nearly 200 risk and insurance professionals, educators and students.
The 2026 Annual Meeting took place August 2-5, from the Hilton Orlando in Orlando, Florida, and was filled with meaningful discussions, knowledge sharing, and opportunities to reconnect with colleagues while building new relationships across the risk and insurance community.
The MHQ team on site team consisted of Executive Director Mackenzie Kelley, Events Manager Amy Sellheim, and On-Site Event Coordinator, Gloria Teigland.
“MHQ was pleased to partner with Andre Liebenberg, ARIA’s Program Chair, to manage the logistics and on-site operations for the 2026 Annual Meeting,” said MHQ Executive Director Mackenzie Kelley. “From strong attendance and engaging sessions and plenary panels to a fun Topgolf event, the Annual Meeting exceeded expectations. Our team values its partnership with ARIA and looks forward to continuing to work together to support its members and annual events.”
View the full photo gallery from the ARIA 2026 Annual Meeting.
“What a wonderful meeting we had in Orlando!” said ARIA President Petra Steinorth. “For me, the ARIA Annual Meeting has always been a place of academic growth, opportunity, and great fun. This year’s meeting was no exception. My sincere thanks to Andre for his outstanding work as Program Chair and to the MHQ team for making the meeting possible.”
As Steinorth begins her term as ARIA President, MHQ extends a warm welcome and congratulations! We also express our sincere gratitude to outgoing President Lars Powell for his service and leadership.
About MHQ
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