Sessions
MAIN PLATFORM
On the largest stage at the MDRT Global Conference, Main Platform offers engaging and inspirational content from featured member speakers, industry leaders, the MDRT Foundation and your Executive Committee.
FOCUS SESSIONS
Designed to spark new ideas and provide solutions to today's challenges, Focus Sessions do not disappoint. Join member and nonmember industry experts as they share knowledge covering a variety of subject matters, including protection products, wealth management, retirement strategies, marketing, prospecting, business processes, staffing, technology and work-life balance.
SPECIAL SESSIONS
These sessions provide special and exclusive content as add-ons to the MDRT Global Conference.
*Membership qualifications apply; pre-registration recommended
First-Time Attendee Session: Connect with fellow first-time attendees at this valuable session and learn how to best navigate the meeting. Don't miss out on this special experience with your peers that will celebrate your success, provide inspiration and offer camaraderie that will last well beyond the four days in Macau. Though designed for members in their first five years of membership and those new to attending MDRT meetings, this session is open to all meeting attendees.
Court of the Table and Top of the Table Program*: Enhance your Global Conference experience by joining fellow Court of the Table and Top of the Table members at this exclusive session.
Court of the Table and Top of the Table Open Forum*: Court of the Table and Top of the Table members will have an opportunity to connect and engage in conversations about subjects that matter to them during this 60-minute session. Informal roundtable discussions will be grouped by language.
MDRT Center for Field Leadership sessions: For MDRT Center for Field Leadership members only, these four special sessions are targeted specifically for field and home office leaders in financial services. Packed with team management strategies and aligned with the MDRT Culture of Excellence Award criteria, these sessions will help you accelerate your leadership journey and connect with fellow MDRT Center members.
Schedule
Monday, August 26
Registration, MDRT Foundation Booth, Networking and Entertainment
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27
Registration, MDRT Foundation Booth, Networking and Entertainment
Andrew B. Mortenson, FICS, ChFC, Izumi Osada, XiangJing Zhu
Panel discussion: Techniques for achieving and enjoying more with the MDRT Whole Person concept
Freddie Ravel
Life in tune: Passion, purpose and prosperity through the music you love
Morris Morrison
Dubai magic carpet ride: Your journey to becoming the global gold standard
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
Yuk Wing Ng, Paresh B. Shah, CFP
Panel discussion: Minor adjustments that lead to big results
Andrew C. Lord, CLU, ChFC
MDRT Foundation
Gregory B. Gagne, ChFC
Presidential Address
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France Zaguirre
Pocket concept retirement planning
Bharat Vadilal Parekh
Achieve multiple MDRTs annually with these 4 E’s
Tina Varughese
The power of authenticity: How to build trust and create connection
Sebastian Terry
Unlock limitless possibility: How a holistic bucket list maximizes human performance
MDRT Foundation Booth, Networking and Entertainment
(Ticketed event at time of registration. Exclusively for 2024 Court of the Table and 2024 Top of the Table members.)
Shirley Lim-Yam ChFC, CLU
Mastering emotional intelligence while communicating with HNW clients
Kavita Bothra
Turning rough roads into smooth sailing while prospecting
Dorice Horenstein CPQC, ICF
Train your brain to improve your mental fitness
Wong Wing Suet Rachael, CFP
How to achieve a 90% closing ratio
Mariana Sofia CFP, MCom (IS)
Power questions in objection handling
(Exclusively for MDRT Center for Field Leadership members. Session presented in English only; no interpretation will be offered.)
Augustine Seah Boon Kheong, BSc; Jaslyn Ng, CLU, ChFC/S; Candice Ong; Jaden Wang
Use social media to attract new advisors
Jaden Wang
Use social media to attract new advisors
Candice Ong
Use social media to attract new advisors
Jaslyn Ng CLU, ChFC/S
Use social media to attract new advisors
Augustine Seah Boon Kheong, BSc
Use social media to attract new advisors
I-Chen Lee, CFP
How to become the Shohei Ohtani of advisors
Trent Ng Ek Siong
Achieve consistent MDRT milestones today and into the future
Lam Pui Ka
Creating an impactful conversation with prospects through the R.A.I.S.E. concept
Cheng On Tik Anita
Use the repetition effect to increase referrals and production
Kennedy Sumarlie, CFP
Turning cold leads into hot prospects
(Exclusively for MDRT Center for Field Leadership members. Session presented in English only; no interpretation will be offered.)
Jason C. Staas, MS
Gamifying agency dynamics to bridge generational gaps and drive business growth
Rui Yan
Key behaviors to improve both yourself and your staff
Lam Wing Sze
Differentiating yourself as you build your clientele and professional network
Po Shin Tsai
Start with an inner desire to create value
Glen Alexander Winata
Mindful branding through social media
Joy Agatha, CIEM
Practical methods to foster confidence and success
(Exclusively for MDRT Center for Field Leadership members.)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29
Carol Kheng, ChFC
Incoming Presidential Address
Shuk Ping Joyce Wu, BA (Hons), FChFP
Developing personalized, repeatable systems for continued success
Glen Alexander Winata
Client-driven referrals: How social media makes them chase you
Crystal Washington
Driving reputation and referrals: Personal branding in a digital world
Jensen Siaw
Coaching clients through their objections
Leon Logothetis
The power of human connection
Gilbert Enoka
3 ways to perform powerfully in high-pressure situations
MDRT Foundation Booth, Networking and Entertainment
Chun Ling Tung
Rising from rock bottom to achieve 10x growth
Lim Meow Lih
The 5 key steps to selling high-value insurance policies
Chun Yueh Nadia Chen, RFC
Preserve and pass on family wealth
Garima Katiyar
It’s time to improve your time management
Hong Tsz Ni
Going from sour to sweet during the move from artist to advisor
(Exclusively for MDRT Center for Field Leadership members. Session presented in English only; no interpretation will be offered.)
Chia Po Alvin Lau, BCom (Hons)
Mastering situational leadership for all circumstances
Andrew B. Mortenson, FICS, ChFC
Top of the Table results using the generous retirement process
ChenYu Chen
Mastering the steps to motivate clients toward referrals
Chin Soon Gan
Putting the wow into retirement planning
Wong Chi Sum
Structure your language to effectively enhance your clients' buying potential
Wong Tung Lui Dony
From rejection to transaction
(Exclusively for MDRT Center for Field Leadership members. Session presented in English only; no interpretation will be offered.)
Jonash Chua Go, MBA
The multiplier effect in agency building
JianHua Liu, CIAM
Time management strategies to make it simple
Feng Lu
Questions that can motivate clients to plan for long-term needs with insurance
Jaslyn Ng CLU, ChFC/S
Stay top of mind for clients while online and offline
Henry Sei Yan Wong, RFC
The 4ME concept for connecting with clients and motivating them to take action
Ka In Lei
How to accumulate and serve 1,000 clients
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
(Ticketed event at time of registration. Exclusively for 2024 Court of the Table and 2024 Top of the Table members.)
Aurora L. Tancock, CFP, FLMI
Nominee Acceptance Speech
Zinc Goh
A.B.C.D.E. your way to referrals
Mariana Sofia CFP, MCom (IS)
Power questions in objection handling
Lim Meow Lih
Let clients design their own policy
Heidi Dening
Future-proof your career: The role of professional resilience in shaping success
Clint Pulver
How great leaders create organizations their people never want to leave
Shawn Kanungo
How advisors can be superhuman in the AI era
