Showing up is a skill, and few events test it like a room full of the industry's sharpest risk professionals.

PRMA CEO Diane Delaney joins Risk Ready for a behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 PRMA Summit, sharing what it takes to bring an event of this scale together and why the moments that happen off the agenda often matter as much as the sessions themselves.

Diane walks through what goes into designing a Summit experience that earns attention in a crowded conference calendar, how presence and preparation shape the way attendees connect with speakers and each other, and what she's learned about building the kind of room where real conversations happen.

Members will come away with a clearer sense of what to expect at Summit, practical ideas for showing up with intention at industry events, and a better understanding of the thinking behind PRMA's flagship gathering.

Diane Delaney is an accomplished insurance professional with a career spanning nearly two decades in the industry. As the Executive Director of the Private Risk Management Association (PRMA), she brings a wealth of experience in helping independent agents and insurance professionals enhance their sales and service skills.

In her current role, Diane strives to provide PRMA members and stakeholders with resources and support, fostering their professional growth and enabling them to deliver exceptional protection and peace of mind to high-net-worth clients.

Before joining PRMA in 2022, Diane made a significant impact during her tenure of nearly 18 years with AIG Private Client Group. There, she spearheaded the development and implementation of the industry-leading high-net-worth sales school, known as PCG-University. Her innovative strategies and commitment to excellence propelled the success of countless agents and contributed to the industry's advancements in serving affluent clientele.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Diane values her role as a mother to two wonderful daughters, Capri (age 11) and Siena (age 8).