When and where is the 2026 ICA Annual Education Conference?

The conference takes place September 13–16, 2026, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051. ICA suggests arriving before 5 p.m. on Sunday and departing on Wednesday, September 16 for the best experience.

Who should attend the conference?

The event is designed for insurance-claims professionals, industry partners, and decision-makers, with over 400 attendees from ICA's 100+ member companies. Sessions focus on Life, Disability, Long-Term Care, Supplemental Health, and Absence Management claim and special investigation professionals.

What is the host hotel rate and reservation deadline?

A discounted group rate of $284+ per night is available at the Gaylord Texan through the ICA reservation link or by calling (817) 778-1000 and requesting the ICA Conference group rate. The reservation deadline is Friday, August 21, or until the room block sells out.

What is the closest airport and how do I get to the venue?

The Gaylord Texan is about 6 miles from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and about 21 miles from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Attendees can reach the hotel by taxi or rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft.

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Q: How much does registration cost and what does it include?

ICA members register for $1,350 and non-members for $1,850. Registration includes access to general sessions, breakout sessions, evening receptions, and all provided meals, but does not cover hotel or travel. Guest tickets for an evening reception can be added for $150 each.

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Attendance

The conference draws 400+ claim professionals, industry partners, and decision-makers. Per ICA, the event brings together over 400 insurance-claims professionals representing the association's 100+ member companies. The audience consists of claim and special investigation professionals across Life, Disability, Long-Term Care, Supplemental Health, and Absence Management disciplines.

Registration

Registration is handled through the ICA online events portal, where attendees select their preferred breakout sessions during sign-up (space in classrooms is limited).

Registration fees:

ICA members: $1,350
Non-members: $1,850
Guest tickets: $150 per evening reception (Welcome Reception or Closing Reception), added to a full conference registration; guest tickets cover evening receptions only and do not include other functions or meals.
Corporate ICA members are eligible for a 50% discount on a first-time attendee registration once a full-priced ticket has been purchased.

Registration includes access to general sessions, breakout sessions, evening receptions, and all provided meals; it does not include hotel or travel arrangements.

Cancellation policy: All cancellations and refund requests must be received in writing by Friday, August 21, 2026. Refunds (minus a $100 processing fee) are issued within 30 days after cancellation. After that date, substitutions from the same company are accepted in writing without penalty.

History

The International Claim Association has operated since 1909, and for over one hundred years it has helped professionals in the life, health, and disability insurance claims industry through industry research, educational certifications, and member resources. The association administers the sole industry claim designation for life, health, reinsurers, managed care, TPAs, and Blue Cross Blue Shield organizations worldwide, delivered through its ALHC and FLHC education programs. The Annual Education Conference is the organization's flagship yearly event, gathering members from its 100+ member companies for education, advocacy, and networking.