2026 Leaders
Conference
June 28 – July 2, 2026
Walt Disney World · Orlando, Florida
Dates & Location
Swan and Dolphin
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Agenda & Event Details
- 12:00 – 7:00PMRegistration located in the Atlantic Ballroom
- Take time to settle in, explore the resort, and begin enjoying all the amenities and experiences available.
- 6:40 – 7:00PMTransportation begins for the Welcome Event at Sea World
- 7:00 – 11:00PMWelcome Event at Sea World
- 7:00 – 9:30AMBreakfast in the Northern & Southern Hemisphere at the Dolphin Hotel
- 8:00AMGeneral Session located in the Pacific Ballroom
- MassMutual Leadership | Roger Crandall, Chairman, President & CEO
- Award Presentations Part I
- AAX Business & President's Reflections | Jim Bolton, AAX Outgoing President, Commonwealth Financial Group
- Award Presentations Part II
- Advisor of the Year | Kuldeep Madan, Madan+
- Real Field Story | Jane Schroeder, The Schroeder Team
- Keynote Speaker | Ryan Leak
- EveningOn your own
- 7:00 – 9:30AMBreakfast in the Northern & Southern Hemisphere at the Dolphin Hotel
- All DayExplore Disney
- Spend the day enjoying everything Walt Disney World has to offer with your family. Whether you're visiting the parks, enjoying resort amenities, or experiencing world-class dining and entertainment, the day is yours to design.
If you are interested in joining a group at Universal for the day, please reach out to Ivy Hunter. - 6:00 – 8:00PMAgency Night Reception · Todd English's BlueZoo
- Please RSVP to attend if you haven't already.
Join CFG for light bites and drinks at Todd English's BlueZoo located in the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort. In keeping with the relaxed, family-centered theme of this year's conference, Agency Night will be a more casual and low-key gathering. There is no childcare or children's program this year, which is why we're staying close to the hotel.
- 7:00 – 9:30AMBreakfast in the Northern & Southern Hemisphere at the Dolphin Hotel
- All DayExplore Disney
- Whether you're visiting the parks, enjoying resort amenities, or experiencing world-class dining and entertainment, the day is yours to design.
We have two Beachcomber Shacks reserved at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon starting at 10AM that will be a meeting spot and a place to keep your bags if anyone is interested in going to the water park that day. You are responsible for purchasing your own tickets to the water park. - 7:30 – 10:00PMFarewell Evening at Epcot (walking distance from the hotel)
- As our time together comes to a close, join us at Epcot for a memorable final evening together.
- 7:00 – 9:30AMBreakfast in the Northern & Southern Hemisphere at the Dolphin Hotel
- All DayDepartures
- Guests may depart at their convenience throughout the day. We hope you leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and with lasting memories made alongside your family and fellow advisors.
Explore Walt Disney World Resort
Make the most of your time at Disney, explore everything the resort has to offer.
EPCOT Scavenger Hunt
We want to see your pictures! During the closing event at EPCOT, grab your friends and join in the fun of our Scavenger Hunt!
Upload photos to Google Drive as LastName_item-name.jpg
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Program: Sunday, June 28 – Thursday, July 2, 2026
Pre-Meeting Activities: Saturday, June 27 – Sunday, 28, 2026 by invitation only
Absolutely! Qualifiers can register their primary guest and additional guests, too. Need extra rooms? You can request them during registration (subject to availability). Please note that each qualifier can book up to two rooms, with one paid by MassMutual during official conference dates.
- Primary guest: Included in registration
- Additional guest fee: $400 per guest
- Kids under 3: Free!
A qualified advisor may not bring a MassMutual advisor, staff member, or home office employee as a guest who has not otherwise qualified for the conference on their own, unless that person is the spouse or domestic partner of the qualifier.
Room assignments are handled by MassMutual and consider several factors including your production level, family size, and availability.
Check out the attire guide to know what to wear to each event. The guide is included in your registration materials.
The finalized agenda will be available in the event mobile app. Keep an eye on it for real-time updates. Download instructions will arrive approximately two weeks before the conference in your Know Before You Go email.
- AAX/GAX Officers & Chairs: Arrive Friday, June 26; pre-meetings begin mid-morning Saturday, June 27
- GA Forum: Arrive Saturday, June 27
- AAX Agency Representatives: Option to arrive Saturday, June 27
For all three groups, the conference covers room & tax for your early arrival night(s).
There will be one day of General Session, held on Monday, June 29 from 8:00 AM to approximately 1:30 PM. Attendance is required for all participants.
Kids are invited to join the General Session for the first hour. To make the occasion even more memorable, we ask that kids come dressed in red, white, and/or blue so they can participate in the National Anthem.
Tuesday, June 30 from 6:00 – 8:00PM
Join CFG for light bites and drinks at Todd English's BlueZoo located in the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort.
There is not a formal childcare program at this year's Leaders Conference.
MMPAC members and their guests can enjoy exclusive MMPAC-hosted events and activities during the opening event at SeaWorld, plus tickets to visit Disney's Animal Kingdom. These tickets may be used during the conference dates (Sun. 6/28 – Wed. 7/1), giving you the flexibility to visit when it works best for you. Tickets will be distributed on site at the MMPAC booth.
Contact & Questions
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