More than 1,800 independent insurance professionals, Vertafore leaders, partners, exhibitors, and industry innovators gathered at the iconic Fontainebleau Las Vegas for one of the most energized and engaging Accelerate conferences in recent memory.
And the message from attendees was clear:
Accelerate isn’t just a conference. It’s where the independent agency community comes together to learn, connect, and prepare for what’s next.
By the numbers (and the vibe)
Attendee feedback consistently highlighted five major themes:
- Education remains the #1 value driver — with deep dives, hands-on learning, product training, and AI-focused sessions receiving especially strong marks.
- Networking matters just as much as the sessions — attendees repeatedly described the community, conversations, and peer connections as the most valuable part of the week.
- AI and innovation created real excitement — agencies are eager to better understand automation, practical AI applications, and Vertafore’s future product vision.
- The energy was undeniable — from keynote moments and packed sessions to TechHub conversations and late-night networking.
- Attendees want even more — more advanced learning tracks, more roundtables, more role-specific content, and more opportunities to connect.
What attendees loved most
The strongest praise centered around:
- High-quality education sessions
- Access to Vertafore product experts and leadership
- TechHub and hands-on support
- Roundtable discussions and peer sharing
- The exhibit hall and partner ecosystem
- Keynote speakers and entertainment
- The welcoming, collaborative culture of the NetVU community
One attendee summed it up best:
“I walked away with excitement about what’s coming, better practices for today, and connections with other agencies that will last long after the conference.”
Celebrating the people who make this community special
Accelerate also provided an opportunity to recognize the volunteers, leaders, and innovators who continue to strengthen the NetVU and Vertafore ecosystem every day.
From emerging leaders to longtime contributors, as well as organizations that are making waves in the industry, this year’s award recipients reflected what makes this community unique:
- collaboration
- volunteerism
- innovation
- generosity
- and a willingness to help others succeed
Looking ahead: San Antonio, May 17-20, 2027
If Accelerate 2026 proved anything, it’s this:
The independent agency channel is evolving quickly — and this community wants to evolve together.
That momentum now carries forward to our next gathering in San Antonio.
Expect:
- deeper education
- expanded networking
- more hands-on learning
- more opportunities to collaborate
- and even more focus on helping agencies thrive in a rapidly changing industry
Whether you come for the education, the innovation, the relationships, or the inspiration, one thing remains true:
The best part of Accelerate is the people.
We’ll see you in San Antonio.