2026 Annual Conference
FINRA’s premier event—the Annual Conference creates an environment for member firms to learn from FINRA staff and connect with industry peers. This forum is designed to provide practical guidance and critical insights on trending regulatory and compliance topics which, in turn, aims to increase investor protection. Firms can expect to hear how to prepare and adapt to regulatory changes and refine and strengthen compliance practices, all while participating in various opportunities to build their network of industry professionals.
Over 30 sessions on trending topics included:
- Artificial intelligence
- Compliant communications
- Cybersecurity
- Digital assets
- Examination preparation
- Financial crimes
- Rule modernization
- And much more
In-person attendees are invited to join complimentary, pre-event workshop sessions on Anti-money laundering, cybersecurity and senior investor protection.
View the agenda for the 2026 Annual Conference.
Event Highlights
30+
sessions
2000+
participants
45+
Member firm speakers
300+
FINRA staff onsite
10+
Networking events
40+
Exhibitors
Networking Opportunities
Build your network of industry practitioners and peers with the many networking opportunities available over two-and-a-half days. Including:
- Dedicated networking breaks
- FINRA 5K Run/Walk
- Informal networking during mealtimes
- Lunch With the Regional Committees
- New Attendee Lunch
- New Attendee Reception
- On-site Exhibitor Reception
- Opening Night Reception
- Trending Topics Networking Lunch
FINRA IDEA—Innovation, Demonstration and Engagement Area
Your feedback shapes how we operate. Throughout the IDEA Room, you'll see concrete examples of how industry input has driven improvements across FINRA from faster threat intelligence to new transparency initiatives to modernized rules. Areas include:
Navigating Emerging Threats and Opportunities Together
- Intelligence Sharing and Cyber-Fraud Threat Mitigation
- Crypto Assets and Tokenization—Education and Risk Mitigation
- Artificial Intelligence—Integration and Oversight
FINRA Technology and Tools That Work for You
- Compliance Data, Tools and Dashboards
- FINRA Gateway and Filing Enhancements
- Registration, CE Requirements and Workforce Management (FIND)
Transparency in Action—FINRA’s Approach to Oversight
- Risk Assessment and Exam Insights
- Regulatory Strategy and Oversight Approach
Evolving Together—Your Voice Matters
- Rule Modernization and How Your Comments Shape Regulation
- Member Firm Experience – Feedback and Action
Exhibitors
If you are interested in being an exhibitor at the 2026 Annual Conference, contact Jeff Arcuri via email. Exhibitors include:
Platinum Level
Comply
Smarsh
Gold Level
Behavox
FirmScribe
Global Relay
Greenboard
Proofpoint
Silver Level
Charles Schwab
MCO (MyComplianceOffice)
MirrorWeb
Red Oak Compliance Software
Saifr
Solidus Labs
StarCompliance
Full Exhibitor List
ACA Group
Archive Intel, Inc.
Arctera
ASC Americas Inc.
Behavox
Blee
Business Information Group (BIG)
Caju AI
CapitalROCK
CellTrust Corporation
CeriFi
Charles Schwab
Comply
CRPA (Compliance & Regulatory Program Architects)
CRC Oyster
eflow
ExamFXFirmScribe
Global Relay
Greenboard
Hanzo
Haast
Hilltop Securities Inc.
Kaplan
LeapXpert
MirrorWeb
MCO (MyComplianceOffice)
n-Tier
Proofpoint
Quest CE
Red Oak Compliance Software
RegEd
Saifr
Smarsh
Sole Consulting
Solidus Labs
StarCompliance
STC
SurgeONE.ai
Theta Lake
TRM Labs
Tuvis
Velox Clearing
WebCE
Withum
Join Us in Washington, DC or Virtually
Accommodations
A room block is available at the conference hotel at the special room rate of $372 per night, plus tax. The rate is available until April 17, 2026, or until the room block is sold out.
Room Reservation Process for FINRA Programs
To reserve a room at the above hotels, you must first register as an attendee for the conference. A hotel reservation link will then be provided in your registration summary page and your registration confirmation email. Please contact us with any additional questions.
Continuing Education (CE) Credits
Conference sessions may qualify for Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional (CRCP) continuing education credits.
Registration
Trying to decide on whether to attend in person or online?
In-person attendees can take advantage of onsite experiences, including:
- building relationships with industry experts and peers,
- connecting with FINRA staff members in attendance,
- exclusive receptions creating the perfect environment for informal conversation,
- tailored discussions focused on specific content and answering questions,
- conference exhibitors offering a range of compliance solutions, and
- resources, demonstrations and feedback opportunities.
In-Person Individual Attendee Rates
In-Person Group Rates* (Per Person)
(3-5 attendees)
(6 or more attendees)
(3 or more attendees)
Virtual Registration Rates:
*Available to firms registering three (3) or more employees at the same time with the same credit card. Please follow instructions in the registration system.
In-person conference fees include attendance to all sessions and conference materials, scheduled breakfast, lunches and receptions.
Conference registration is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment is required at the time your registration is submitted. You will receive an email confirmation of your completed registration form and payment. Please make sure your registration has been confirmed prior to your arrival onsite at the conference.
Travel Disclaimer: FINRA suggests that you do not purchase restricted or nonrefundable tickets for travel to the conference, especially prior to receipt of your registration confirmation. FINRA assumes no liability for penalties or fare increases should the conference sell out or in the unlikely event that changes to the conference dates and/or location become necessary.
Press
This event is open to the media. Please contact us with any media inquiries.
Questions
Please direct questions about registration to (800) 321-6273 or via email.