PLUS Membership Moves Your Career Forward in 2026

PLUS recently sat down with La’Vonda McLean, 2026 PLUS President, and she shared her insights about the multitude of membership benefits and upcoming highlights. It’s clear that 2026 is going to be a year of growth.

PLUS offers a robust portfolio of educational resources designed to sharpen your expertise and keep you ahead of industry change.

Members have access to:

• Live and on-demand webinars led by industry experts
• Thought leadership blogs and insights on emerging trends and risks
• The opportunity to suggest topics and help shape future programming

PLUS also offers highly respected professional designations that members use to deepen their knowledge and enhance their credibility:

• Cyber Professional Liability Practitioner (CPLP)
• Executive Lines Professional Liability Practitioner (ExecPLP)
• Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU & RPLU+)

These resources and programs, alongside many other PLUS membership benefits, give industry professionals the tools they need to stay competitive, relevant, and confident in a rapidly changing market.

Events That Accelerate Growth and Expand Opportunity

While online learning is powerful and offers tremendous flexibility, La’Vonda emphasized that in-person events remain essential for career growth. PLUS continues to invest in national and regional events that deliver high-impact education, unmatched networking, and real-world insights you can apply immediately.

Six flagship events for members to check out include:

2026 PLUS Symposia Series — March 2–4 | New York City

Comprises four targeted educational events across multiple practice areas with focused learning paths.

• 2026 EPL Symposium — March 2 | New York City
• 2026 Transactional Risk Symposium — March 2 | New York City
• 2026 Cyber Symposium — March 3-4 | New York City
• 2026 D&O Symposium — March 3-4 | New York City

2026 PLUS Healthcare & MedPL Symposium — May 6–8 | Phoenix
Deep-dive insights for healthcare and medical professional liability professionals.

2026 PLUS Conference — November 10–12 | San Diego
The premier annual gathering for the global professional liability community.

Networking & Business Development That Lasts

PLUS creates connections that extend far beyond the conference room.

La’Vonda highlights that one of the best ways to stay consistently engaged with peers is through local chapter events, which provide:

• Ongoing networking in your market
• Leadership opportunities
• A chance to build meaningful professional relationships year-round

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore upcoming programs and chapter events.

Investing in the Future of the Industry

As the industry prepares for an unprecedented wave of retirements, PLUS is taking proactive steps to ensure a strong and innovative future.

The Future PLUS Advancement Initiative was created to:

• Narrow the industry knowledge gap
• Prepare the next generation of leaders
• Expand access to PLUS programs
• Drive awareness of the value of association engagement
• Continuously evolve based on member feedback

Future PLUS represents members aged 35 and under and is supported through programs such as the Leadership and Development (LEAD) Program — an instructor-led experience that blends scenario-based discussions, interactive digital collaboration, and breakout sessions to build real-world leadership skills. We encourage those with 4-7 years of experience to join an upcoming 2026 cohort to gain actionable insights.

Spring: May 6 – June 10 | Summer: Aug. 5 – Sept. 9 | Fall: Sept. 23 – Oct. 8

Under the stewardship of the PLUS Foundation, the Leadership and Mentoring Program (LAMP), just celebrated its 10th anniversary, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to building an inclusive, global professional liability community.

Your Career. Your Community. Your PLUS.

PLUS is more than an association — it’s a career partner, a knowledge hub, and a global network invested in your success. With no-cost membership, world-class education, and unmatched access to industry leaders, there has never been a better time to engage.

Watch La’Vonda’s full message and explore how PLUS can help you grow, connect, and lead the future of professional liability.

Your future is PLUS. Dig in to all the membership benefits and map out your 2026 professional development plan.