2026 Compliance & Ethics Institute

Stand out as a leading expert at the primary learning event for compliance and ethics professionals. Submit a proposal to speak at the 25th Annual Compliance & Ethics Institute taking place September 27 – 30, 2026 in Orlando, FL.

Submission Dates: Submissions will be accepted between January 5, 2026, and Monday, February 16, 2026. Late submissions and applications not submitted through the online Call for Speakers will not be considered. 

 Submit a Proposal

Topic Categories (Session tracks) include:

• General Compliance/Hot topics  
• Technology and Innovation
• Risk
• Ethics
• Professional Skills
• Case Study
• Compliance Law
• Multi-National/International
• Privacy/Data Security
• Investigations

Submission Requirements

• Session Track (Topic Category)
• Session Title
• Presenter and co-presenter(s) names, titles, company, and emails. Sessions with 1-2 presenters preferred; only a limited number of sessions involving 3 speakers will be accepted
• Biography of each presenter (no longer than 1 page each)
• Select Program Knowledge Level (see definitions below)
• Three brief learning objections explaining what attendees will gain from your session (each bullet limited to 150 characters)
• A description of your session that will give us a better understanding of your proposal and what will be covered
• Session Format (Presentation, Panel or Discussion Group)

*Please note: Speakers must be present in-person in Orlando.

Additional Information

• Diverse perspectives amongst speakers (ie., consultants and clients presenting together, a variety of roles within an organization) is desired. 
• With the exception of government speakers, preference will be given to speakers who are SCCE or HCCA Members.
• All breakout sessions are 60 minutes; pre-conference and post conference sessions are 90 minutes. If you would like to be considered for a longer time slot (pre- or post-conference), please make sure to check the box when submitting your proposal.
• Program Levels Definitions: 
  • Basic - Program knowledge level most beneficial to Compliance Professionals new to a skill or an attribute. These individuals are often at the staff or entry level in organizations, although such programs may also benefit a seasoned professional with limited exposure to the area.
  • Intermediate - Program knowledge level that builds on a basic program, most appropriate for Compliance Professionals with detailed knowledge in an area. Such persons are often at a mid-level within the organization, with operational or supervisory responsibilities, or both.
  • Advanced - Program knowledge level most useful for individuals with mastery of the particular topic. This level focuses on the development of in-depth knowledge, a variety of skills, or a broader range of applications. Advanced level programs are often appropriate for seasoned professionals within organizations; however, they may also be beneficial for other professionals with specialized knowledge in a subject area.

Speaker Resources

• Speaker Reimbursement Eligibility Policy
• Making training interactive: One Idea, by Joe Murphy
• How to Give a Bad Presentation at an HCCA or SCCE Conference, by Adam Turteltaub
• See past expert speakers talk about what makes a successful speaker and mistakes speakers make

Questions?

Please email katie.burk@corporatecompliance.org.