About The Event
Make plans to join us for this unique gathering of the mutual insurance industry’s content creators, relationship builders, and storytellers. The workshop places high importance on the value of peer-led content and real-world examples and offers multiple opportunities to build and strengthen relationships with your peers in insurance marketing.
If you are responsible for marketing, agent/agency communications, and/or advertising for your company – or know the people who are – we invite you to share or register today. Make plans to join us for this can’t-miss event!
This workshop continues to be the “must attend” professional development event for my team each year. Quality, relevant content and valuable networking opportunities are the rule year after year.
Assistant Vice President, Corporate Communications, Ohio Mutual Insurance Group
Event Details
Event Type
- Specialty Event
Delivery Type
- In-Person
Location
- Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
- San Diego
- California
- United States
Points of Contact
Registration Fees
Registration Type | On or Before August 2, 2025 | After August 2, 2025 |
---|---|---|
MIP Certified | $960 | $960 |
NAMIC Member/Sponsor | $1,000 | $1,200 |
NAMIC Member Multi-Attendee | $975 | $1,175 |
Nonmember Primary Insurance Company | $1,200 | $1,400 |
Nonmember Vendor | $1,300 | $1,500 |
Registration Categories
MIP Certified: Those who have earned their NAMIC Mutual Insurance Professional (MIP) designation.
NAMIC Member/Sponsor: Employees from a NAMIC member company or employees from a company which is a confirmed sponsor of the conference. To register as a sponsor, please follow the steps within your sponsorship confirmation email.
NAMIC Member Multi-Attendee: More than one attendee from the same NAMIC member primary insurance company.
Nonmember Primary Insurance Company: Employees from a primary insurance carrier where the company is not a NAMIC member.
Nonmember Vendor: Employee from a vendor company (i.e. not a primary insurance company or NAMIC member) who are not sponsoring or exhibiting at the conference. This category can receive a discounted registration with a sponsorship.
Registration Confirmation
You will receive a detailed e-mail confirmation upon successful completion of the registration process for this event; please make sure to enter a valid e-mail address on the registration form. If you have any questions regarding your registration, please e-mail events@namic.org or call (800) 336-2642.
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Registration Cancellations
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to registrar@namic.org.
The following cancellation rules apply to event registrations only. Please see sponsor and exhibitor service agreements for applicable rules regarding these items.
Cancellations on or Before August 31, 2025
Cancellation requests received in writing between the time of registration and 31 days prior to the first scheduled day of the event: Event registrations can be transferred to another individual at no cost or refunded minus a $50 cancellation fee. Optional activities and guest registration fees will be refunded minus a $10 cancellation fee per activity/guest.
Cancellations After August 31, 2025
Cancellation requests received within 30 days of the first scheduled day of the event: NAMIC will not refund registration fees. All optional activity registration fees are nonrefundable. However, all registrations, including those for optional activities, can be transferred to another individual at no cost.
ADA Accommodations
In accordance with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we invite all registrants to advise us of any disability and any requests for accommodation to that disability. Please submit your request as far as possible in advance of the program.
Event Details
Event Type
- Specialty Event
Delivery Type
- In-Person
Location
- Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
- San Diego
- California
- United States
Points of Contact
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
7:15 am
12:00 pm
Registration and Event Information Desk
The Registration and Event Information Desk is the main hub for workshop information and badge pick-up. NAMIC staff are on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have throughout the workshop.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
7:30 am
8:15 am
Attendee Breakfast
Join fellow attendees for fellowship and a hot breakfast before sessions kick off for the day. Grab a cup of coffee and get charged up for a full day of educational sessions.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
8:15 am
9:15 am
Opening Session
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
9:30 am
11:00 am
Annual Convention Closing Keynote
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
11:15 am
12:00 pm
General Session
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
12:00 pm
12:45 pm
Attendee Lunch
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
12:45 pm
2:30 pm
Peer-to-Peer Roundtable Discussions
Join fellow communication + marketing professionals in roundtable discussions focused on emerging issues, leadership, and other marketing-focused topics.
Location
- San Diego
- California
The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is nestled in downtown San Diego and conveniently near the San Diego International Airport. The hotel is located steps from the city’s top attractions, giving attendees easy access to all things San Diego, including the region’s best beaches, the local restaurant scene, Seaport Village and various entertainment venues. The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is the perfect setting for NAMIC’s Communications + Marketing Workshop.
Meetings & Activities
All workshop activities, meetings, and food functions will be held at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, making it the central hub for all activities.
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
1 Market Place
San Diego, CA 92101
Hotel
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am

Event Hotel Rate and Cut Off Date
NAMIC has contracted a room block at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. While the primary advantages of staying in NAMIC’s room block are the proximity to all convention functions and networking benefits, another indirect benefit is that NAMIC staff can assist you if you experience any problems with your reservation. Your participation in our group room block also helps to offset some of the meeting expenses that you would otherwise see in your convention registration fee.
Once you register for the workshop, you will receive a link in your confirmation email to make room reservations at the NAMIC group rate. Please email registrar@namic.org if you have any issues making a hotel reservation.
- $349 per night
- Cutoff Date – August 27, 2025
- Cancel within 3 business days of arrival
- One night deposit required – cards will be charged prior to arrival
- World of Hyatt loyalty program
- 4:00 p.m. check in and 11:00 a.m. check out
In addition to the room rate above, you will also pay a $35 resort fee per night, which includes:
- $10.00 Nightly F&B credit valid at Top of the Hyatt
- High Speed Premium Internet in Guest Room
- In-Room Bottled Water (2 bottles daily upon request)
- Daily 1-Hour Bicycle Rentals
- One 1-Hour Water Sports Rental
- 20% off Tours, Rentals & Lessons
- 10% off Spa & Nail Services at Hyde Edwards
- 10% off Seaport Nails & Spa
- Seaport Village VIP Pass
- One 1-Hour Harbor Tour Pass
Travel
Airport Information
The Manchester Grand Hyatt is located conveniently just over 3 miles from the San Diego International Airport, approximately a 10-minute drive.
Ground Transportation
The hotel does not provide a shuttle from the airport. Uber/Lyft is the suggested form of transportation to and from the airport.
Parking
If you choose to drive to the hotel, the following parking options are available.
- Self-Parking – $45/night plus tax
- Valet Parking – $65/night plus tax
For more information on sponsoring Communications + Marketing Workshop, please contact our sponsorship team at sponsorship@namic.org.
If you would like to learn more about NAMIC’s sponsorship and advertising program, please click here.
FAQs
What is the suggested attire for business and social gatherings?
Business casual attire is appropriate for all educational sessions, receptions, and meal functions.
How do I obtain an advance copy of the attendee list?
In an effort to provide our sponsors, speakers, and attendees the best level of service, we will send an electronic list of current event registrants to the attendee or email listed as the main contact as follows:
- Attendees: A minimum of 10 days out from the event, in the pre-conference communication email;
- Sponsors: Approximately 60 days in advance of the event with paid sponsorship;
- Exhibitors: Approximately 30 days in advance of the event with paid booth registration; and
- Speakers: Approximately 30 days from the event.
I’m interested in speaking at this event. How can I submit a proposal?
To learn more about how to submit a speaking proposal for this event and other NAMIC events, please visit our Become a Speaker page.
How can I access presentations and event materials?
Please refer to the link in your pre-conference communication to access presentation slides and other event materials like the attendee list.
What does my registration include?
Registration fees include access to all educational sessions, speaker presentation materials, the attendee list, and NAMIC hosted meal functions, refreshment breaks, and receptions. Please review the Agenda tab for full meal details.
Does my registration include a hotel reservation?
No, you will need to contact the hotel directly to make a room reservation.
I am registered but my plans changed, and I am unable to attend. What do I do?
Please visit the Registration tab for more information.
Further Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the seminar, contact the Events team at events@namic.org or call (317) 875-5250 and ask for the Education and Events department.
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