Annual Trade Fair & Convention
Countdown to 2026 Annual Trade Fair and Convention with PIANC: at Caesar's Danville, Va
June 16–18, 2026 | Caesars Virginia (Danville, VA)
PIA Virginia & DC is excited to invite members and industry partners to our 2026 Annual Convention & Trade Show, held jointly with PIA North Carolina.
Join us June 16–18, 2026 at the new Caesars Virginia in Danville, VA for three days of professional development, networking, and meaningful connection with independent insurance agents and industry partners from across the region.
Save the Date
📅 June 16–18, 2026
📍 Caesars Virginia
Danville, VA
Hotel Reservations (Now Open)
Hotel reservations are now available. We encourage attendees to book early, as availability may be limited.
👉 Reserve your room here:
https://www.caesars.com/book?propCode=cda®ionCode=vam&groupcode=SVPIA6
Agenda & Registration Coming Soon
We’re currently building the full convention agenda, including education sessions, networking opportunities, and trade show details.
✅ Full agenda details will be posted soon
✅ Registration will open soon
Check back for updates—or watch your email for announcements as more information becomes available.
Photos Below from the 2025 Annual Trade Fair & Convention: ROCK THE BLOCK!
2025 AWARD WINNERS:
These folks are the Best of the Best...Congratulations, everyone!
1. 2025 PIAVADC Trade Fair & Convention WINNER: BEST BOOTH- Penn National Insurance, represented by Bill Desko and Lee Nixon.
2. Outstanding Company Representative of the Year Christopher Daniel, CPIA.
3. David L. Comey, CIC In Recognition of Outstanding Service As a Member of the Board of Directors.
4. Outstanding Committee Chair of the Year Heather R. Etheridge, CISR In Recognition of Outstanding Contributions as Chair of the Convention Committee.
5. Outstanding Young Company Representative of the Year Kelly Smith, of FirstChoice a MarshBerry Company.
6. Outstanding Committee Member of the Year Melissa W. Ferguson, CPIA In Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to the Philanthropy Committee.
7. Outstanding Young Professional of the Year Nicole S. Crews, CPIA.
8. John Potthast, In Recognition of Outstanding Service As a Member of the Board of Directors w/Rich Moore
9. Tech Panel: Roberto Salinas, Michael Vega-Sanz, Nick Springer, Ariel Rivera
10. Allen W. Hudson, CIC, CRM Agent of the Year (not pictured)
11. Association Exec, Sheryl Chasse, taking it all in...