Greater Richmond Insurance Industry Summit

About This Event

The Greater Richmond Insurance Industry Summit brings together students, job seekers, career changers, educators, and insurance industry leaders to explore one of the region's most dynamic and essential industries.

Join us for a full day of keynote presentations, TED-style talks, panel discussions, networking, and direct interaction with local employers who are actively hiring. Insurance offers meaningful careers across business, finance, technology, analytics, customer experience, communications, marketing, human resources, legal services, and more. Whether you're entering the workforce, considering a career change, or looking for your next opportunity, this summit connects you directly with the people and companies shaping Greater Richmond's insurance industry.

Featured Companies & Partners

Greater Richmond is home to one of Virginia's largest concentrations of insurance companies, including Markel, Kinsale Insurance, Richmond National Group, Allianz Partners, Berkley Mid-Atlantic Group, Genworth, Virginia Farm Bureau, and Elevance Health (formerly Anthem).

Why Attend?

• Explore career paths in business, finance, accounting, IT, cybersecurity, data analytics, communications, marketing, HR, customer service, legal studies, and more
• Learn how the insurance industry protects individuals, businesses, and communities while driving regional economic growth
• Hear directly from executives, hiring managers, and early-career professionals about industry trends and career advancement
• Discover internships, apprenticeships, entry-level roles, and opportunities for experienced professionals
• Build real relationships with employers and recruiters — bring your resume!
• Learn how AI, automation, and data analytics are shaping the future of insurance

Who Should Attend

• Undergraduate, graduate, and community college students
• Recent graduates and jobseekers
• Career changers and those returning to the workforce
• Faculty, career services, and workforce development professionals
• Insurance industry professionals and hiring managers

Lunch will be provided. A career expo will run alongside lunch, with tables hosted by insurance companies, agencies, and associations — drop off a resume and ask questions in person.

Presented by the Henrico County Economic Development Authority in partnership with the City of Richmond, Hanover County, Chesterfield County, Goochland County, the Greater Richmond Partnership (GRP) and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), this regional collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the workforce pipeline across Greater Richmond.

Info: Get an inside look at the diverse world of insurance through a conversation featuring leaders from the health, life, property and casualty, and brokerage sectors. Panelists will demystify how each segment operates, explore the industry's impact on individuals, businesses, and communities, and highlight the wide range of career opportunities available across the insurance ecosystem.

Info: Discover the wide range of career opportunities that keep the insurance industry moving through a conversation with professionals representing underwriting, sales, claims, technology, and human resources. Panelists will share insights into their roles, career paths, and the skills employers are seeking, helping attendees see how their own experience and interests can translate into a career in insurance.

Info: Close out the summit by making meaningful connections with industry professionals, speakers, recruiters, and participating employers. Visit the Career Expo tables, continue conversations sparked throughout the day, explore career opportunities, and expand your professional network within Greater Richmond’s insurance industry.

Event venue & nearby stays

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, 2015 Staples Mill Road, Richmond, United States

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