2026 Annual Conference

Why Attend

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.

Agenda

The agenda for the 2026 Annual Conference will be provided at a later date.

Start/End Times

Schedule subject to change.

• The first session begins on Tuesday, May 12, at 10 a.m. ET
• The last session ends on Thursday, May 14, at 12 p.m. ET

Location

Washington, DC

The hotel location will be provided after registering for the event.

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.

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)

*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.

Refunds

A full refund—less a $75 processing fee—will be granted to written requests received 14 days or more prior to the start date of the event. Refunds will not be granted after April 28, 2026.

Exhibitors

If you are interested in being an exhibitor at the 2026 Annual Conference, contact Jeff Arcuri via email.

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.