As we step into 2026, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance is continuing its mission to deliver innovative insurance education and risk management training. In a recent conversation with President & CEO William Hold, Chief Experience Officer Danielle Janecka, and Chief Marketing Officer Mitch Dunford we explored what’s ahead for our participants and the industry.
Looking Back at 2025: A Year of Growth
Last year brought major advances, including expanded self-paced CIC and CRM programs with interactive modules, quizzes, and multimedia learning. We also launched the Contractor and Restaurant Risk Professional certifications—new ways for niche-market professionals to sharpen their expertise. AlliBot, our AI tool, saw significant upgrades, including document upload and policy comparison features.
New for 2026: The CIRP Designation
This year introduces the Certified Insurance and Risk Professional (CIRP), designed for new producers. The five-course program blends technical training with sales skills—including Dynamics of Selling—all for $330 per year.
RiskPRO Keeps Growing
Two new micro-credentials arrive in 2026: Workers’ Compensation Risk Professional and Cyber Risk Professional. Like our previous RiskPRO programs, they offer practical specialization, update options, and resume-boosting digital badges.
AI-Powered Learning
AI remains central to our innovation strategy. In 2026, participants will see AI-driven prompts, adaptive exams, personalized learning paths, and scenario-based simulations—creating faster, smarter, more customized learning experiences.
Flexible Update Options
Whether through RiskPro certifications, CISR-to-CIC cross-credit, self-paced courses, or classroom seminars in destinations like Napa Valley and Las Vegas, professionals can choose the update path that fits their goals and schedules.
Ready to see what’s new? Visit https://riskeducation.org, chat with us online, or call 800‑633‑2165.
Your journey matters—and we’re here to help you Own Your Potential with smarter, more flexible, future-ready education.
