San Antonio, Texas – HVBA today announced the upcoming HVBA Innovation Summit, taking place Thursday, May 21, at the renowned Hilton Palacio del Rio in San Antonio. Designed as a highly curated gathering of industry leaders, the Summit is redefining how the benefits community connects, collaborates, and drives innovation.

Unlike traditional conferences filled with massive expo halls and transactional booth visits, the HVBA Innovation Summit is intentionally structured to foster meaningful dialogue, strategic partnerships, and actionable outcomes.

A Different Kind of Industry Event

The Summit brings together the leaders shaping the future of benefits:

• Strategists delivering focus and clarity in a complex marketplace
• Innovators solving real employer challenges with forward-thinking solutions
• Connectors turning high-value conversations into lasting business relationships
• Visionaries defining what benefits will look like next year—not last year

Attendees can expect an environment free from the distractions of conventional trade shows. There are no endless exhibit aisles and no surface-level networking. Instead, participants will experience:

• Curated rooms designed for productive engagement
• Substantive “real talk” panels focused on industry realities
• Data-driven insights that provide a measurable competitive advantage
• Conversations that don’t just begin partnerships—they move them forward

Where Business Happens

HVBA’s approach is simple: every conversation matters. The Summit is built for leaders who are serious about innovation, collaboration, and measurable progress within the benefits space.

“Deals don’t start here—they happen here,” said an HVBA Brand Ambassador, Jenny Jenkins. “We’re creating an environment where the right people are in the right rooms, having the right conversations.”

Event Details

HVBA Innovation Summit
Thursday, May 21
Hilton Palacio del Rio
San Antonio, Texas

The 2026 Summit marks the beginning of a broader expansion of HVBA Innovation events, with additional programming and markets planned in the future.

Professionals interested in leadership, strategic growth, and meaningful partnership development within the benefits industry are encouraged to attend.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

HVBA is offering multiple sponsorship tiers and branding opportunities, including:

• Summit Title Sponsor – $12,500
• Special VIP Dinner Sponsor – $7,500
• Networking Cocktail Reception Sponsor – $5,000
• Board Meeting Sponsor – $5,000
• Innovation Summit Presentation Slots (3 available) – $3,500
• Additional sponsorships ranging from $1,200–$4,000

For more information or to register, please contact events@vbassociation.com or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-hvba-innovation-summit-san-antonio-tx-tickets-1982362073325?aff=oddtdtcreator.

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