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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, February 12, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

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  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• February 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Protecting the Estate AND Fiduciaries

  • When
    Friday, February 27, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  

  
  

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  Friday - February 27, 2026

  9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - VIRTUAL

  $50.00 - Non-Members

  FREE - Members
  (Click HERE for more information on Membership)

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  Applied for CEU, CLE, CTFA AND PARALEGAL CREDIT!!!

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  About Stacy B. Rubel

  Stacy B. Rubel is a partner at Virgil & Rubel LLP focusing on probate, trust and guardianship litigation and administration, and she is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator. Ms. Rubel is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (“ACTEC”). She currently serves on the Executive Council for the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar, is the Chair of the Ad Hoc Guardianship Law Revision Committee and immediate past Chair of the Guardianship, Power of Attorney & Advance Directives Committee. Ms. Rubel is a past Co-Chair of the Florida Probate Rules Committee and a past Chair of the Dade County Bar Association’s Probate and Guardianship Committee. She is a frequent lecturer and author on probate, trust and guardianship topics.

  About Darren J. Vermost

  Darren J. Vermost is the CEO of Vermost Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency specializing in risk management solutions for professionals, including Florida Professional Guardians. With over three decades of experience in the insurance industry, Darren leads a high-performing team focused on delivering innovative, client-centered strategies that protect individuals and organizations from financial risk.

  Darren’s expertise includes Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) Insurance, risk mitigation, and fiduciary responsibility, with a deep understanding of the complex exposures faced by guardians managing the personal and financial affairs of vulnerable individuals. Recognizing a need for improved support in the legal community, Darren successfully launched Probate Bond Pros, a specialized division of Vermost Insurance Agency focused on streamlining the probate and guardianship bonding process through cutting-edge technology and superior service.

  In recognition of his agency's commitment to excellence and innovation, Vermost Insurance Agency was honored as the Rough Notes February 2025 Agency of the Month, a prestigious industry award highlighting top-performing independent agencies nationwide.

  A former Army Officer in the Corps of Engineers, Darren brings exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills to every initiative he undertakes. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Industrial Relations and Human Resources from the University of Iowa and an MBA with concentrations in Finance and Management Information Systems from the University of South Florida.

  In addition to his professional accomplishments, Darren is a committed community leader, serving in advisory roles for local government, education, and nonprofit organizations. His dedication to helping others succeed is evident in both his business ventures and volunteer work.

  Darren frequently educates professionals on liability risks, insurance solutions, and best practices for safeguarding their work. His presentations are designed to provide actionable insights, ensuring that guardians and other fiduciaries are prepared to navigate the complex responsibilities of their roles while protecting their reputations, assets, and clients.

  
  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, March 12, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• March 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Tangible Personal Property…What a mess it can be!

  • When
    Friday, March 27, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, April 09, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• 7th Annual Conference - 2026 - REGISTRATION

  • Start
    Thursday, April 30, 2026
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    Friday, May 01, 2026
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    3:15 PM
  • Location
    St. Petersburg, FL OR Virtual
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Professional Fiduciary Academy (NEW!)

  Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  Welcome Reception – Academy & Conference Attendees
  Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

  Florida Fiduciary Conference
  

  Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

  
  

  Feather Sound Country Club
  

  2201 Feather Sound Drive, Clearwater, FL 33762

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  New this year  – Professional Fiduciary Academy!

  • Who should attend: Professional fiduciaries, guardians, conservators, estate and trust attorneys and administrators, care managers, and those interested in advancing their fiduciary practice.

  • Why attend: Get practical advice on starting and growing your fiduciary business, connect with peers and experts, and stay ahead in fiduciary best practices with this all-day intensive workshop.

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  Registration
  

  Fiduciary Academy ONLY – $175.00: Includes breakfast, digital course materials, exhibitor hall, and networking with industry experts.

  Conference ONLY: Includes continental breakfast & lunch, digital course materials, exhibitor hall, and networking with industry experts.

  • Members – $275
  • Non-members – $375
  • Webcast and digital course materials – $375

  Conference AND Fiduciary Academy

  • Members – $425
  • Non-members – $500

  Check back for more information soon!

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• 7th Annual Conference - 2026 - SPONSORSHIP

  • Start
    Thursday, April 30, 2026
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    Friday, May 01, 2026
  •  
    3:15 PM
  • Location
    St. Petersburg
  • Registered
    10 registrants

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, May 14, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• May 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Understanding and Protecting You and Your Client When Signing Admissions Contracts for Facilities

  • When
    Friday, May 29, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• June 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Mini Tax School for Fiduciaries

  • When
    Friday, June 26, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, July 09, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, August 13, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• August 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Questions and Answers with Trust Officers – How They Can Be a Fiduciary’s Best Asset

  • When
    Friday, August 21, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, September 10, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• September 2026 Fiduciary Friday - The Tricky and Complicated FINAL Administration and Distribution of a Trust

  • When
    Friday, September 25, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, October 08, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• October 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Fiduciary Accountings

  • When
    Friday, October 23, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, November 12, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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• November 2026 Fiduciary Friday - Smooth Hospital Admissions and Discharges

  • When
    Friday, November 20, 2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

  

  
  

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• Member Engagement Committee

  • When
    Thursday, December 10, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual | Zoom

  

  The Member Engagement Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 4:00 pm. 

  All members of the Professional Fiduciary Council of Florida are invited to attend. 

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