Tips + Tricks to Maximize your Experience

Which Sessions Require Pre-Registration? 

Sessions that require advance registration are clearly marked “Pre-Registration Required” in the agenda and on the breakout session pre-registration cheat sheet. 

 

In-Person Attendees, visit this page to start planning your schedule today: https://events.ethisphere.com/e/global-ethics-summit-2026/page/pre-register  

 

Understanding the Buttons on the Agenda 

Reserve My Seat 

Reserving a Seat means you’re officially reserving your spot in that session by registering for it. When you select Reserve My Seat, you are taking one of the limited spots in that room. 

 

Check the breakout session preregistration cheat sheet or the agenda to see if a session requires pre-registration.

 

Seat Reserved: This means you are officially registering for that session. 

 

Tip: Only select Reserve My Seat if you fully plan to attend. Many workshops and peer conversations are capped at 25–50 participants. Reserving a spot and not showing prevents another leader from joining that discussion. 

Join the Waitlist 

If the room capacity is reached, the Reserve My Seat button will be replaced with a "Join Waitlist" button. When you click the button to join the waitlist, the button label will change to "On Waitlist." You can click the button again to remove yourself from the waitlist.  

 

Tip: If you have already registered for a concurrent session (another session happening at the same time) you will not be able to join the waitlist.  

 

If you are on a waitlist and a seat opens up, it goes to the first person on the waitlist. You will be notified if you are moved from the waitlist to a reserved seat. During the live event, you can also wait outside the door if a space opens up, you will be allowed in.  

Add to My Schedule 

Add to my schedule is an optional function, similar to bookmarking. It is a great tool to plan out your program experience and highlight sessions you do not want to miss!

 

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Bookmarking means you're marking the session as one you're interested in or want to remember to check out later. Think of it like adding something to a "favorites" list.   

 

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Add your favorite sessions to our work calendar to get reminders so you do not miss the live conversations! 

Based on the 2026 Agenda, the following session types require you to Reserve My Seat in advance: 

 

Industry & Topic Roundtables (Sunday, March 29)

These roundtables require pre-registration and are capped to preserve candid, industry-specific dialogue. 

• Industries include: 
• Manufacturing 
• Retail / Consumer Goods 
• Energy & Utilities 
• Financial Services & Insurance 
• Healthcare 
• Software & Technology 

These sessions run concurrently, so you’ll need to choose your focus. 

 

Peer-to-Peer Conversations

Peer-to-peer sessions are limited to 25 participants per session.  Examples include: 

• From Preparedness to Action: Crisis Readiness & Response 
• From Reporting to Resonating: How CECOs Can Win the Boardroom 
• Evolving Compliance Risks in the Trump Administration 
• From DOJ Guidance to Practice: Real-Time, AI-Assisted Monitoring 
• Building High-Performing Ethics Programs at Hypergrowth Companies 

These are closed-door discussions. The smaller size is intentional — and part of the value. 

 

Workshops

Workshops are capped at 50 participants per session. Examples include: 

• From Firefighting to Foresight: A Hands-On Compliance & Sustainability Risk Workshop 
• One Speak Up Program, Many Voices 
• Operationalizing Compliance as a Competitive Advantage 
• AI in Due Diligence: Making Strategic Decisions Without Compromise 

If you prefer hands-on, tactical learning, these are the sessions to prioritize — and reserve early. 

 

Programs in Action

Programs in Action sessions are limited to 25 participants per session.  Examples include: 

• Scaling Compliance Week with Micron Technology 
• Manager Led, Manager Loved: The Power of Ethical Moments with Southwire 
• Driving Efficiency & Insight: The AI-Enabled Compliance Function with Cargill 
• Kill the Template, Keep the Integrity: How to Radicaly Streamline Compliance Program Assessments with Intel 

If you like to hear from direct from your peers on how they achieve success in their programs, these sessions are for you! 

 

Get Your Data feature in the Ethisphere Intelligence Lab 

Limited to 10 participants per session, receive one-to-one support from Ethisphere experts on completing sections of the Ethics Quotient questionnaire or exploring how to maximize your data in the Sphere. 

 

What Does Not Require Pre-Registration?  

You do not need to Reserve My Seat for: 

• Main stage plenary panels 
• Keynotes 
• Virtual Breakouts
• The Ethisphere Data Intelligence Lab – Panel & Meetups 

These are open to all attendees, though standard room capacity still applies. 

 

A Final Recommendation 

Breakout blocks run concurrently across 90-minute windows. Planning ahead matters and we encourage you to explore the different sessions we have available. 

 

Review the sessions early. Decide where you want depth versus breadth. Save seats thoughtfully. And if a session is full, don’t assume you’re out — waitlists move! 

The Global Ethics Summit is strongest in its smaller rooms. The leaders sitting around those tables are the reason the Summit has the reputation it does. 

 

Plan intentionally. Register responsibly. And secure your place in the conversations that matter most. 

Networking Events You Should Plan For 

When most people think about the Global Ethics Summit, they think about the agenda: plenary panels, breakout blocks, workshops, peer-to-peer conversations. 

 

That’s the visible structure. 

 

But seasoned attendees will tell you something different: the real differentiator is what happens around the formal sessions.  The Global Ethics Summit is intentionally designed with additional experiences that create space for deeper dialogue, shared purpose, and meaningful connection. If you’re mapping your schedule, these are the events that often shape the most lasting value. 

 

Industry Roundtables (Pre-Summit)  | In-Person Attendees

When: Sunday, March 29 
Format: Facilitated, industry-specific discussions 
Pre-registration required 

 

The Summit begins with concurrent industry roundtables . These sessions bring together leaders from sectors including: 

• Financial Services & Insurance 
• Healthcare 
• Energy & Utilities 
• Manufacturing 
• Retail / Consumer Goods 
• Software & Technology 

Unlike broad panels, roundtables are focused and candid. They allow you to: 

• Surface shared challenges immediately 
• Benchmark approaches within your industry 
• Identify peers navigating similar regulatory and cultural pressures 

Many returning attendees treat these as the strategic “warm-up.” By the time formal programming begins Monday morning, you’ve already built context and connection. 

 

Welcome Reception | In-Person Attendees

When: Sunday, March 29th  from 5:00-6:00pm  
Format: Informal networking reception 

 

The Welcome Reception is the official kickoff. It’s intentionally low-pressure. No slides. No stage. Just conversation! This is often where: 

• First-time attendees find their footing 
• Solo attendees make early connections 
• Longtime peers reconnect 

If you’re traveling in Sunday, make this part of your plan. It sets the tone for the days ahead. 

 

Networking Breaks + Meals (Built into the Agenda) | In-Person Attendees

When: Throughout March 30–31 
Format: Structured breakfasts and lunches 

 

The agenda includes dedicated networking meals rather than treating them as afterthoughts. 

• Continue discussions from panel or breakout sessions to allow for follow-up questions and introductions 
• Debrief insights with new connections 
• Pressure-test ideas in real time 
• Engage with leading experts in the expo hall 

For CECOs especially, these conversations often turn into working sessions — the kind that shape reporting strategies, board conversations, and next-quarter priorities. 

 

BELA Awards, Dinner & Hands On Atlanta Community Service Activity | In-Person Attendees

When: Monday, March 30 at 5:00 pm  
Formats: Recognition, networking and dinner, and hands-on service 

 

Monday night is one of the most distinctive elements of the Global Ethics Summit. Following the Annual BELA Awards, attendees gather for a shared dinner and participate in a community service activity in partnership with Hands On Atlanta. Help assemble bags containing interactive STEAM lesson plans and supplies for students in Metro Atlanta. You’ll also write notes of encouragement to inspire both students and teachers. Your involvement will help foster creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in the community. 

 

This evening combines: 

• Recognition of leadership and impact within the BELA community 
• Intentional networking across senior decision-makers 
• A service activity benefiting the local Atlanta community 

It reflects something core to the Summit’s DNA: ethics and compliance is not theoretical. It’s operational. It’s cultural. And it’s community-driven. Serving alongside peers creates a different kind of connection. It shifts the energy from discussion to action. For many attendees, this evening is where professional relationships deepen into long-term trust. 

 

 

Virtual Networking | Hybrid Attendees

Our virtual Event Hub makes it easy to connect with other attendees before, during, and after sessions. Use the networking tools below to start conversations and build new connections throughout the event. 

 

1. Explore Attendees

• Start by browsing the attendee directory to see who else is participating. 
• Go to the Networking or Attendees tab in the event platform. 
• Browse profiles or use filters to find people by role, company, or shared interests. 
• Click on any profile to learn more about the attendee. 

Tip: Completing your own profile helps others understand who you are and why they should connect. 

 

2. Start a Conversation

• Build your connections with peers by reaching out to connect! 
• Open the attendee’s profile. 
• Click Message or Connect. 
• Send a quick introduction. 

3. Chat During Sessions

Each session includes a live chat feature where attendees can interact. Use session chat to: 

• Ask questions to speakers or fellow attendees  
• Share insights or resources 
• Engage with other attendees in real time 

4. Join Networking Opportunities

During breaks, join in video-based virtual networking to meet new peers! Designed for informal conversations and quick introductions with other participants. 

 

5. Join the Data Lab Meetup 

During set times, join the Ethisphere team in a live video-based forum for real time, informal conversations. Come ask Ethisphere experts anything and engage with peers.  

 

Pro tip: The easiest way to build connections is to engage early—participate in session chats, message people whose comments resonate, and continue the conversation after the event.  

 

 

Ready to Plan Your Summit Week? 

• You can explore the full agenda and event details.
• Whether this is your first Global Ethics Summit or your fifth, the program will deliver insight. 
• The extra events and networking moments will shape the relationships. 
• And those relationships are what carry forward long after the Summit ends. 

Beyond the Agenda: Exclusive Dinners & Evening Experiences at the Global Ethics Summit 

The Global Ethics Summit is known for sharp dialogue, senior-level perspective, and practical insight you can take back to your boardroom. But the conversations don’t end when the ballroom lights dim. 

 

Each year, some of the most candid exchanges happen after hours — over dinner tables, in small groups, and in settings designed for real discussion rather than formal presentation. This year, several Summit sponsors are hosting private dinners throughout the week, creating additional opportunities to connect with peers in a more focused, conversational environment. These dinners are intentionally limited in size. They offer space to go deeper on emerging risks, technology shifts, regulatory pressure, culture challenges, and the realities of leading ethics and compliance programs at scale. 

 

If you’re planning your Summit experience, review the options below and consider where you want to invest your evening time. Reservations required! 

 

Sponsor-Hosted Dinners 

 

An Evening at The Painted Duck 

Hosted by: Learning Pool | Register your Interest

 

Where: The Painted Duck 

 

When: Sunday, March 29th 

6:30 PM—Party bus departs The Omni Centennial Park and return transport at 9:00 PM

 

 

Ethics & Compliance Executive Dinner

Hosted by: Ethena | Register your Interest

 

Where: Rumi's Kitchen, Colony Square

 

When: Sunday, March 29th

7:00 -9:00 pm (Transportation will be provided)

 

 

Dinner at Ted's 

Hosted by: SAI360 | Register your Interest

 

Where: Ted's Montana Grill 

 

When: Sunday, March 29th

6:45 pm 

 

The Global Ethics Summit delivers insight during the day. The evenings are where context, connection, and long-term relationships take shape. Enjoy building deeper relationships with your peers!

Attendee Guide to the Event Hub + Attendee App 

How to log in, build your agenda, and make the most of your Summit experience 

 

The Global Ethics Summit is built around one thing: the people in the room. Senior ethics and compliance leaders don’t attend to passively watch slides. They come to exchange perspective, pressure-test ideas, and build relationships that last long after the final session.  The tools supporting this year’s Summit — the Accelevents Attendee App for in-person participants and the Global Ethics Summit Event Hub for hybrid attendees— are designed to make those connections easier, faster, and more intentional. 

 

Below is a clear, step-by-step guide to help you log in confidently and use each platform to its full capacity. 

Attending In Person? Start Here. 

 

All onsite attendees will use the Accelevents Attendee App. 

 

Step 1: Download the Accelevents Attendee App 

• Download the Accelevents Attendee App from the App Store or Google Play. 
• Open the app and look for Global Ethics Summit 2026
• Log in using the same email you registered with (you can request a magic link if needed)

Tips on how to use the App

 

Step 2: Build Your Agenda Before You Arrive 

• Navigate to the Pre-Registration page or Agenda 
• Tap sessions to view descriptions and speakers. 
  • Pre-register for preferred sessions using the "Reserve Your Seat" button
  • Bookmark your favorite sessions with the "Add to Calendar" button 

Why this matters: The Summit moves quickly. Building your agenda in advance ensures you don’t miss high-impact conversations. 

 

Step 3: Check Into Sessions 

Session check-in happens directly through the app by:

• Scanning the session QR Code 
• Having the event staff Scan your QR code 

This allows you to track your participation and ensure accurate attendance records for accreditation. 

 

Step 4: Scan Badges and Expand Your Network 

One of the greatest benefits of the Global Ethics Summit comes from peer connection. Use the badge scanning feature to: 

• Connect with fellow ethics and compliance leaders 
• Exchange contact information quickly 
• Build a curated network of peers facing similar challenges 

Open the scanning feature in the app and scan attendee badges to save connections instantly. 

 

Step 5: Enable Notifications 

Turn on push notifications to get real time updates. This ensures you receive: 

• Important announcements 
• Session reminders 
• Onsite updates 

It’s the simplest way to stay informed without constantly checking your schedule. 

 

Bonus: Participate in Live Polling 

Some sessions will include live polling through the app. Participate in real time to: 

• Benchmark your organization against peers 
• Contribute to the collective conversation 
• See how leaders across industries are responding to similar challenges 

Joining Virtually? Start Here. 

Virtual attendees will use the Global Ethics Summit Event Portal, the web-based platform for live and on-demand participation. This Portal will open on March 25, 2026. 

 

Step 1: Log Into the Global Ethics Summit Event Portal 

• Access the Event Portal through the link provided in your registration email. 
• Log in using your registered email (request a magic link if needed). 

 

Step 2: Join Live Sessions 

Inside the Event Portal, navigate to the Lobby to view the agenda and select the live session you want to attend. 

• Access the session through the left panel - Main Stage Session or Virtual Breakouts 
• Engage via chat and interactive features when available. 

 

Step 3: Access On-Demand Content 

Missed a session? Want to revisit a key insight? All Main Stage and Virtual Breakout sessions will be available within the Event Portal. You can: 

• Watch on your own schedule 
• Revisit high-impact discussions 
• Share key takeaways with your team 

 

Step 4: Network with Peers 

The Global Ethics Summit is all about community, even when attending virtually. 

 

Within the Event Portal, explore: 

• Attendee profiles 
• Networking features 
• Peer messaging 
• Data Lab Meetups
• Resource Center
• And use the chat in the sessions to engage!

Use this time intentionally. Reach out to leaders in your industry. Start conversations around shared priorities. Virtual does not mean disconnected. 

 

Step 5: Visit the Resource Center 

The Resource Center houses: 

• Sponsor resources 
• Access to experts 
• Downloadable materials 

If a session sparks an idea, the Resource Center is where you can immediately explore further. 

 

Make the Most of the Experience 

The  discussions and conversations you’ll experience at the Summit — whether in a hallway, a roundtable, or a live chat — are often the most valuable part of the event. Using the Accelevents Attendee App or the Global Ethics Summit Event Portal strategically allows you to: 

• Curate your learning 
• Track key sessions 
• Connect with peers in real time 
• Capture resources for future action 
• In short: the platform is the connector. 

Download early. Log in before the event begins. Build your agenda in advance. And most importantly, use the networking tools intentionally. 

The more fully you engage with the tools, the more powerful your Summit experience will be. 

Global Ethics Summit Accreditation 

 

Certificate of Completion 

At the conclusion of the Global Ethics Summit, attendees may request a Certificate of Completion. This certificate serves as official confirmation of your participation and may be used for self-reporting, continuing education tracking, or professional records. 

 

Looking for CCB CEU credits for continuing education?  

The 2026 Global Ethics Summit has been approved by the Compliance Certification Board (CCB)^® for up to 15.2 Live CCB CEUs, 13.8 Live Virtual CCB CEUs, and 22.8 Non-Live CCB CEUs, based on a 50-minute hour, each*.  

 

After the Summit ends, head to the virtual platform to watch replays of sessions you missed that are available on demand. Once you are caught up, go to the Certification tab on the event platform to request your certificate.  

 

*Continuing Education Units are awarded based on attendance records. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by CCB of this event content or of the event sponsor.