About this Event
Join the Buffalo Chapter of the CPCU Society as we honor and celebrate our 2026 New Designees at our annual Holiday Party, held at Bobby J's Italian Grille. The evening will feature a cocktail hour, dinner, and a special Conferment ceremony.
Presiding over the ceremony and presenting CPCU pins will be our Past President, Matthew Paluch, CPCU.
We’ll also install our 2027 Officer Team and recognize our outgoing President, Harmony Johnson, CPCU, for his service.
🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 New Designees:
- Kyle Gilckert, CPCU
- Joseph Butler, CPCU
- Rachel Holdsworth, CPCU
🎖️ Welcome to Our 2026 Officers:
- President: Robert Christ
- Vice President: Matthew Whittemore
- Treasurer: Shannon Van Doorn
- Secretary: Jennifer Steiner
- Immediate Past President: Harmony Johnson
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Time:
- Cocktails begin at 5:30 PM
- Dinner and Ceremony begin at 6:30 PM
Location:
Bobby J's Italian Grille
Attire: Professional – Let’s celebrate with style.
Includes:
- Dinner
- Two-Hour Open Bar
🔔 Please note: Event time and date are subject to change.
Registration now open
🎟️ Ticket Pricing & Sponsorship OpportunitiesEarly Bird Ticket Pricing
October 9 – November 9, 2026
- 1 Ticket: $55, plus applicable fees
- 2 Tickets: $110, plus applicable fees
- 2026 CPCU Designees: Complimentary Admission!
Regular Ticket Pricing
Effective November 10, 2026
- 1 Ticket: $70, plus applicable fees
Table Sponsorship Opportunity
- Table Sponsorship: $1,000, plus applicable fees. Showcase your organization’s support of the Buffalo CPCU Society by becoming a Table Sponsor for our 2026 Local Conferment & Officer Installation Holiday Party!
Table Sponsorship Includes:
- 8 Event Tickets for your guests
- Prime Seating Location at the event
- Company or Organization Logo displayed at your table
- Recognition During the Event Program
- Acknowledgment in the Event Program Book
Your sponsorship helps support the Buffalo CPCU Society and its commitment to professional development, education, and the advancement of CPCU candidates.
Refund & Ticket Policy
- Refund Policy: Refund requests will be honored up to 7 days before the event. Please note that service fees are non-refundable after purchase. No refunds will be issued within 7 days of the event. Refunds are issued through Eventbrite.
- Ticket Purchases: All tickets must be purchased exclusively through Eventbrite. Tickets cannot be transferred or resold to another individual.
⚠️ Beware of Ticket Scams!
Protect yourself from ticket scams! Eventbrite is the only authorized source for purchasing tickets to this event. Tickets are not sold through any other website, individual, or third party. Please do not purchase tickets from unauthorized sellers.
Take advantage of Early Bird pricing and join us for this special celebration! We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you there.
The CPCU Pledge:
As a CPCU:
- I shall strive at all times to live by the highest standards of professional conduct;
- I shall strive to understand the needs of others and place their interests above my own;
- I shall strive to uphold a standard of honor and integrity that reflects credit on my profession and the CPCU designation.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of our 2026 sponsors. Your commitment helps make events like this possible and continues to strengthen the CPCU community.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Bobby J's Italian American Grille, 204 Como Park Boulevard, Buffalo, United States
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