Phoenix, Arizona
July 21, 2026
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BEST-IN-CLASS programs exclusively for insurance brokerage firms
Investing in people drives business performance. The Council’s professional development offerings help firms attract emerging talent, strengthen technical and leadership capabilities, and create meaningful growth opportunities that drive long-term business success.
The Council offers a full suite of professional development programs built exclusively for insurance brokerage firms. From early-career designations and onboarding modules to training and development for emerging and experienced leaders, our offerings are designed to support growth at every level of your organization.
Programs include It’s All About Risk, the PRC® and PEBC™ designations, Broker Smackdown, The Council at Lloyd’s, and additional resources for internship and recruitment resources.
The Council's catalogue of professional development programs offer training for professionals across all levels of a brokerage firm.
• Interns: recruitment resources to build a strong talent pipeline
• New Hires/New to the Industry: an on-demand introductory course essential to any onboarding program
• Early-career: foundational designations like PRC® and PEBC™ to help new hires ramp up quickly
• Mid-level: experiential simulations like Broker Smackdown that sharpen strategic thinking
• Senior Leaders and Executives: immersive experiences like The Council at Lloyd’s that broaden global perspective and industry insight
Every program is built by brokers, for brokers — meaning the content, scenarios, and takeaways reflect the real challenges and opportunities facing today’s firms. The Council’s programs are tailored specifically to the brokerage business, leveraging insights from top-performing firms, industry partners and educational institutions.
Investing in professional development helps firms attract and retain top talent, improve performance, and strengthen culture. The Council’s programs are designed to:
• Accelerate onboarding and time-to-productivity
• Prepare high-potential employees for leadership
• Foster collaboration, inclusion, and long-term retention
• Equip executives with tools for strategy and succession planning
The right program depends on where a professional is in their career and what development goals a firm is looking to address.
• New hire/new to the industry: It’s All About Risk or the PRC®/PEBC™ designations can build a strong foundation quickly
• Mid-level or emerging leader: Broker Smackdown sharpens strategic thinking through team-based experiential learning
• Executive or senior leader: The Council at Lloyd’s broadens global perspective and deepens industry insight
If you’re unsure, The Council’s team can help match you or your firm to the right fit.
Yes. The Council partners with member firms to develop custom learning solutions, including group enrollments, firm-specific workshops, and tailored professional development pathways. These can align with your recruitment, onboarding, or leadership pipeline goals to maximize ROI on training investments.
Though most professional development programs are exclusively offered to Council member firms, several internship and early-career professional development courses are available externally – Intro to Insurance: A Course for Interns and the Professional Risk Consultant (PRC®) and Professional Employee Benefits Consultant (PEBC™) early-career designations.
For details on eligibility, pricing, or how becoming a member of The Council enhances program access, contact the Leadership & Management Resources (LMR) team.
You can explore each program in detail using the links on this page. To enroll, register through the individual program pages or reach out directly to The Council’s Leadership & Management Resources (LMR) team for personalized guidance and group registration options.
