BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Empower Brokerage - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Empower Brokerage REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250819T135459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T180053Z UID:477491810000807-1756378800-1756382400@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: Gear Up for Plan Year 2026 OEP DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a successful OEP 2026! Empower Brokerage is hosting an essential training webinar designed to prepare agents for the upcoming Open Enrollment Period. We’ll walk you through the mandatory FFM and state exchange certification requirements for selling ACA products in Plan Year 2026. \nPlus\, stay ahead of the curve with updates on recent federal changes to Short Term Medical (STM) policy durations\, now extended back to 12 months\, and other key regulatory developments that could impact your sales strategy this enrollment season. \nWhether you’re new to ACA or a seasoned pro\, this session will ensure you’re fully certified\, compliant\, and ready to make the most of OEP 2026. URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-gear-up-for-plan-year-2026-oep/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Garrett Wilczynski%2C Leads Administrator &%3B Product Specialist":MAILTO:gwilczynski@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6493229039416456794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250709T182051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T182051Z UID:477491810000767-1753959600-1753963200@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: CMS Final Rule 2025 - Policy Breakdown and Agent Action Plan DESCRIPTION:Empower Brokerage invites you to our July 2025 ACA Webinar\, part of our ongoing monthly training series designed to keep agents informed and prepared. \nThis month\, we’ll take a deep dive into the CMS Final Rule recently finalized for 2025\, which brings significant changes that will impact Marketplace enrollments\, eligibility verifications\, SEP procedures\, and compliance expectations through 2026. \nIn this session\, we’ll cover: \n\nA breakdown of the most critical finalized rule changes\nWhat these changes mean for your clients and your sales process\nPractical steps agents can take now to stay compliant and ahead of the curve\nHow Empower is supporting agents with training\, tools\, and updated resources\n\nStay informed. Stay prepared. Join us to get the edge you need for a successful second half of 2025. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to refresh your knowledge\, stay informed\, and make the most of what Empower has to offer. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-cms-final-rule-2025-policy-breakdown-and-agent-action-plan/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Garrett Wilczynski%2C Leads Administrator &%3B Product Specialist":MAILTO:gwilczynski@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6515510641663221595 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250616T214851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T214851Z UID:477491810000747-1750935600-1750939200@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: Mid-Year Recap DESCRIPTION:Join us for our June Training Webinar as we revisit some of the most important topics we’ve covered so far this year. We’ll provide a high-level recap of key discussions\, including proposed changes to ACA\, the value of cross-selling\, and a look at some of the exciting tools and resources Empower offers—completely free to our agents. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to refresh your knowledge\, stay informed\, and make the most of what Empower has to offer. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-mid-year-recap/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Garrett Wilczynski%2C Leads Administrator &%3B Product Specialist":MAILTO:gwilczynski@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1362012780353993045 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250416T181253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T181253Z UID:477491810000598-1745492400-1745496000@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: April - Year-Round Sales Strategies DESCRIPTION:Join us for an actionable and engaging training session designed to help you unlock sales opportunities 12 months a year – not just during Open Enrollment. Whether you’re a new or seasoned agent\, you’ll gain fresh insights on personal branding\, digital marketing\, prospecting techniques\, client retention systems\, and how to leverage Special Enrollment Periods and short-term medical plans. \nThis training equips you with repeatable strategies\, proven marketing tools\, and practical guidance from Empower’s ACA team so you can stay consistent\, competitive\, and confident in your sales efforts all year long. Don’t miss the chance to level up your business with real-world tactics and personalized support! URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-april-year-round-sales-strategies/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Hess%2C ACA Group &%3B Ancillary Sales Director":MAILTO:jhess@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9083296901172851550 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250319T140040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T140040Z UID:477491810000569-1743073200-1743076800@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: March - The Importance of Cross-Selling DESCRIPTION:This month’s training webinar is an exciting opportunity for you to learn how to increase your income by utilizing Empower’s robust portfolio of ancillary carriers and products. By cross-selling these offerings\, you can help consumers reduce their out-of-pocket expenses\, strengthen consumer retention\, and generate more business year-round. \nFrom dental and vision to accident and indemnity plans\, YOU have the power to help your clients fill in their coverage gaps and provide them with much more comprehensive protection. \nJoin us to discover how these products can be a game-changer for both your clients and your business. We will also highlight the resources available to agents in both life insurance and financial services. Our product specialists are here to guide you through an entire case and assist you in writing your first piece of life insurance or annuity business. We hope to see you there! URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-march-the-importance-of-cross-selling/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Hess%2C ACA Group &%3B Ancillary Sales Director":MAILTO:jhess@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3487511691359961688 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250217T193022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T194405Z UID:477491810000536-1740654000-1740657600@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: February - Navigating Common Scenarios DESCRIPTION:In this training\, our goal is to inform agents working in the under-65 health space on how to handle various common scenarios that they may run across throughout the year. These scenarios include Data Matching Inconsistencies (DMIs)\, enhanced Direct Enrollment (EDE)\, Access Revoked\, and Agent of Record (AOR) at Risk Clients. We will also go over how agents can best handle the new CMS-required “Resume Link” for consumers who have an existing agent or marketplace plan that does not show you as the agent. We hope to see you there! URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-february-navigating-common-scenarios/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Hess%2C ACA Group &%3B Ancillary Sales Director":MAILTO:jhess@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4807953687358901344 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T214452 CREATED:20250116T201800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T153151Z UID:477491810000219-1738234800-1738238400@www.empowerbrokerage.com SUMMARY:2025 ACA Webinar Series: January - Post Enrollment Best Practices DESCRIPTION:In this exciting training series\, we will look to educate agents on how they can effectively grow and maintain their book of business throughout the year. Each training will be specific to the time of the year in which the training is hosted and will aim to inform agents of how they should be doing business during each month of the year to see consistent growth. This meeting will focus on the “Post Sale” process and best practices. We hope to see you there! URL:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/event/2025-aca-webinar-series-january-post-enrollment-best-practices/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.empowerbrokerage.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Asset-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Hess%2C ACA Group &%3B Ancillary Sales Director":MAILTO:jhess@empowerbrokerage.com LOCATION:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8145825797530413658 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR