Big I Illinois CONVO

Attendee Information

The conversations that shape better agencies start at CONVO.

Every year, independent insurance professionals from across Illinois come together to learn from industry experts, discover practical solutions, strengthen relationships, and exchange ideas that move their agencies forward. Whether you're leading the agency, serving clients, embracing new technology, or developing the next generation of talent, you'll find education, connections, and inspiration designed to help you succeed. If you're part of the independent insurance community, there's a place for you at CONVO.

Big I Illinois CONVO 2026

Registration Fees

Full Registration

$299 member - July & August Rate
$499 non-member

$349 member - September & October Rate
$549 non-member

** Does not include golf. View golf details here.

Register Early and Save!

We use tiered pricing because early registrations help us plan better! The sooner you sign up, the easier it is for us to secure venues, catering, and materials at lower costs - savings that we pass on to you. Plus, it helps ensure a smooth and well-organized experience for everyone.

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Other Registration Options

Thursday Only - All Day
- July & August Rate: $229 member/$429 non-member
- September & October Rate: $279 member/$479 non-member

Tradeshow Only
- $50 member/$75 non-member

Friday Only (Breakfast & CE)
- $50 member/$75 non-member

I’ve been attending CONVO in one capacity or another for over 8 years now and find it valuable for many reasons, but maybe the most valuable thing for me is getting to meet so many different people, particularly other agents, from such a variety of backgrounds & experiences. And it’s amazing to me that even with that incredible amount of diversity, everyone I meet is like-minded in the pursuit of helping our clients and the communities we represent. Through the relationships I’ve built from attending CONVO, I’ve learned more about being an insurance agent than what I could ever read in a textbook.
Chas Hruska
Chas Hruska
Agent, Gallagher

Important Details - What You Should Know

You will receive an email confirmation of your registration, please add *@ilbigi.org to your safe senders list to ensure delivery to your inbox. If you have not received a confirmation within 24 hours after registering, please send an email to convention@ilbigi.org.

CONVO 2026 will take place in two locations in Peoria, IL:

​Marriott Pere Marquette
501 Main St.
(Note: You must be registered for the event to receive the discounted CONVO room pricing.)

​Peoria Civic Center
201 SW Jefferson Ave.

Check the Schedule page closer to the event for exact locations of each event.

Due to construction at the Civic Center, entrance into the building will be different from previous years. Watch email correspondence for an update closer to the event.

Attendee Directional/Parking Map

Special directions for exhibitors are located on the Exhibitor page.

To book a room at the host hotel, your must first be registered for CONVO. Room block details will be included in your registration confirmation.

For hotel room block questions, contact the events team at events@ilbigi.org.

The Civic Center has implemented a new bag policy. All attendees will be subject to search. Clear bags are encouraged to speed this process along. Click here for details from the Civic Center.

If you are coming on Wednesday or Friday - we'll see you at the Pere Marquette.

If you are coming Thursday - we'll see you at the Peoria Civic Center. (Big Party is at the Pere Marquette that evening.)

Either way, when you first arrive, you'll need to stop by the Big I Illinois registration desk to get checked in and get your badge (Thanks to The Hanover and Arlington/Roe for sponsoring the badges & lanyards).

  • Daytime Events: Business Casual

  • Evening Events:

    • Wednesday evening: Irish Pub - Casual

    • Thursday evening: Sports Party - Sports Attire Encouraged!

Check out the full list of current exhibitors here.