Summer Stretch 2025 Agenda

Summer Stretch 2025

The Desmond Hotel | Albany, NY

At a Glance

Wednesday: Conference Day

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Inspiring Speakers: Gain valuable insights from seasoned professionals.
Networking Lunch: Connect with peers and partners, starting at 1:30 PM.

Thursday: Track Day

11:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Saratoga Race Course: An exclusive agent-only event.
Food & Drinks Provided at The Spa Verandas.

Scroll down for the full schedule and details.

Wednesday, August 6th, 2025

8:30 AM – 8:55 AM

Welcome, Check-In & Breakfast

Come early, mingle, and fuel up for a great day!

8:55 AM – 9:30 AM

Opening Remarks

Conor Boyd, General Agent

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Keynote: Walter Young

Author of "The Fifth Option", Consultant, and Industry Leader

11:00 AM – 11:10 AM

Vendor: Allianz

Danielle Anderson, CRPC®, Regional Vice President

11:10 AM – 11:20 AM

Break

11:20 AM – 12:20 PM

The Golden Standard

Paul Harding, Founding Partner, Martin Harding & Mazzotti LLP

12:20 PM – 12:50 PM

No Plateau: Q3 Moves That Keep You Rising Through Year-End

Joe Templin, Chief Growth Officer

12:50 PM – 1:10 PM

Stephanie Rivas

Regional Vice President at National Life Group

1:10 PM – 1:20 PM

Vendor: Jackson National

Ross Darvin, Regional Vice President

1:20 PM – 1:30 PM

Close Out with Conor

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Lunch & Networking

Thursday, August 7th, 2025