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| 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | KC Kickoff: Registration & Opening Party | Neptune Ballroom, Loews |
| Noon – 3 p.m. | LTC Pre-Session | City Beautiful B-C, Loews |
The History Makers Gala
| 6 – 10 p.m. | Dinner + Entertainment | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 8 – 10 a.m. | AE General Session | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 10 – 10:30 a.m. | Break | |
| 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. | Keynote: Eric Thomas | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch | City Beautiful Ballroom, Loews |
| 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Keynote: Dan Martell | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 2:30 – 3 pm. | Break | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | History Makers: Elite Advisor Insights | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 5:15 – 6 p.m. | Departures to T-Mobile Center | Loews Hotel Lobby |
| 5:30 – 10 p.m. | Homegrown Party With Zac Brown Band | T-Mobile Center |
| 7:30 – 10 p.m. | Looping transportation from T-Mobile Center back to Loews Hotel |
| 8 – 10 a.m. | AE General Session | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 10 – 10:30 a.m. | Break | |
| 10:30 a.m. – Noon | Surprise Keynote | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| Noon – 12:30 p.m. | AE Closing, 2026 Reveal | Grand Ballroom, KC Convention |
| 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch | City Beautiful Ballroom, Loews |
| 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Departures to Kansas City International Airport |
giving partners
To mark our 20th anniversary, we're doing something truly special at the World Series of Success — something we've never done before. This year, we're partnering with FOUR incredible charities! That's right, four organizations for four times the impact.
As we reflect on our journey and all we've achieved, we've selected two charity partners that you, our advisors, have had the greatest influence on. And looking ahead to the next 20 years, we've also chosen two new charities to join the AE Family.
Learn more about the charities, raffle prizes available and donate now!
Check out the prizes available HERE.
Homegrown Party with
Zac Brown Band
Homegrown Party with Zac Brown Band
Thursday, Jan. 16 | 5:30 – 10 P.M
T- Mobile Center
5:30 – 10 P.M
T- Mobile Center
Buses will depart from the Loews hotel lobby from 5:15 – 5:45 p.m. Attendees also have the option of walking.
Dinner for AE guests will be served at T-Mobile during the evening of Jan. 16, with dining options at several concession locations.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A vibrant atmosphere, buzzing with energy and filled with anticipation. A captivating venue in the heart of Kansas City’s iconic Power & Light District. A concert crafted exclusively for WSOS attendees.
This isn’t just any event — it’s a night where music and magic come together for one historic performance!
This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary — a rare opportunity to witness Zac Brown’s dynamic performance in an exclusive setting. Let the music sweep you away as you create cherished memories with colleagues and friends.
Did we mention all AE staff and their guests will be joining us for a homegrown homecoming? WSOS 2025 marks two decades of innovation and camaraderie, promising to be a heartfelt tribute to everyone’s contributions. With the entire AE family united, it will be an evening filled with shared memories, laughter and excitement, creating lasting bonds and a night to remember.
Items to Bring to T-Mobile:
- Wristbands (Must have to access the venue!)
- Name badge
To access the venue, you will need to bring your wristbands, name badge, and ID.
No backpacks, bags larger than 12x6x12, selfie sticks, tablet computers, outside food and beverage, pocketknives, any type of weapon, fake weapon or object resembling a weapon and chain wallets.
All guests at T-Mobile Center will be screened by walk-through metal detectors and/or security hand-held wands. All bags will be inspected upon entry.
T-Mobile Center reserves the right to confiscate items that may cause danger or disruption to the event or other guests, or which are in breach of building policies and/or prohibited items.
Re-entry is not allowed during any T-Mobile Center event once you have entered the venue.
T-Mobile Center is a non-smoking facility. Designated smoking areas are located outside the building near the Oak Street entrance at Section 105. The use of vape pens inside the building is strictly prohibited.
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The WSOS is designed to provide general information only on the topics covered. Portions of this training are designed for those producers who are licensed to both solicit and negotiate the sale of insurance and provide investment advice. Producers are ultimately responsible for the use or implementation of these concepts and should be aware of the compliance requirements of any broker-dealer or Registered Investment Adviser with which they may be affiliated, the insurance carriers they represent, federal regulations and state insurance regulations. The unique experiences and relative success of the presenters may not be representative of the experience of all financial professionals. Results from the use of the concepts and strategies shared at The WSOS are no guarantee of your future success.
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