Upcoming Corporate Governance Events from around the world.

14th August 2026

Alex Forbes, Sandton, South Africa

4th Annual Conference 2026: Governance as a Digital Catalyst

Welcome to the 4th Annual FluidRock Conference 2026. This year they will focus on Governance as a Digital Catalyst, how boards can enable innovation and technology-driven growth while strengthening accountability, ethical integrity and strategic clarity.

Across the day’s keynotes, dialogue and panel sessions, they will examine practical board-level governance in a fast-moving digital environment, what directors should ask about AI and digital strategy, and how to build digital literacy, cyber resilience and data stewardship into board and committee agendas.

Through interactive breakaways and a featured debate, they will test assumptions, share lessons from real-world transformation, and explore how to enable innovation without slowing delivery, driving sustainable value.

23rd-26th August 2026

Fairmont Empress, Victoria, Canada

GPC 28th Annual Corporate Governance Conference

Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC) is pleased to announce that the 28th Annual Corporate Governance Conference will take place in Victoria, B.C. from August 23-26, 2026.

They are already working hard at putting together an incredible conference program featuring top-tier speakers, expert panels, and breakout sessions on cutting-edge topics and best practices in corporate governance. You will also have access to numerous networking opportunities with governance leaders globally.

10th September 2026

The Minister Building, London, UK

CGI UK&I Subsidiary Governance Conference 2026

Join the CGI UK&I on 10 September for the Subsidiary Governance Conference 2026, sponsored by Mercator® by Citco. This year they are delighted to be The Minster Building in London.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the sector, this conference offers valuable takeaways for everyone committed to good governance.

15th September 2026

Financial Times, Bracken House, London, UK

FT How To Get Your First Non-Executive Director Role

A practical and interactive one-day in-person workshop looking at the realities of building your personal brand, developing a plan of action and getting that all-important first non-executive director (non-exec) role. 



The two speakers come at the subject from different perspectives. Mike Clancy has advised many aspiring non-execs on how to make the transition from being an exec to a non-exec. Jeremy Williams has built a successful portfolio career for himself as a pluralist non-exec and will share his experiences and what he learned as he did so.

Please note that this workshop will take place in-person.

16th September 2026

Financial Times, Bracken House, London, UK

FT Understanding, Using & Governing AI for Directors

This intensive one-day course is designed for board directors who need to personally utilise AI in their governance roles as well as to effectively oversee AI implementation within their organisations. The programme follows a practical approach, with the morning focused on hands-on AI applications for board responsibilities, and the afternoon dedicated to governance frameworks, ethics, and risk management.

16th-17th September 2026

NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel, Sandton, South Africa

CGI SA 16th Premier Corporate Governance Conference 2026

The governance landscape is shifting fast. In 2026, the 16th Premier Corporate Governance Conference brings together leading voices to explore the catalysts driving change in the company secretarial and governance profession. Expect robust discussions on AI and governance, corporate failures, emerging risks, and what the future demands of modern CoSecs.

17th September 2026

Online Webinar

The true worth of ESG - Webinar

For this webinar we are delighted to welcome Michel Driessen and Sebastian Schmidt to talk about the commercial reality of ESG and the quantifying methodology that they have developed for understanding how ESG factors create and destroy value in mergers and acquisitions.

In recent years, ESG has been politicised and potentially dismissed as not being relevant for value creation but in their recently published book ‘Green Gold – How sustainability creates deal value’, Michel and Sebastian draw on real-life examples, first-hand experience and practical methodologies to explain the Value Bridge concept they have developed which demonstrates how to move beyond superficial ESG assessments and provide rigorous analysis that measures individual ESG transactions which directly impact transactional value.

24th September 2026

Hybrid - Asia

FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 27 - ASIA

Delivered in the UK and Asia, the FT Non-Executive Director Diploma is a formally accredited, post-graduate level qualification for current and aspiring non-executive directors. It’s approved by Pearson Education Limited as meeting the criteria for Pearson's Self Regulated Framework.

Based on the local Corporate Governance Code and built upon the principles it contains, the Diploma covers all aspects of successfully running a company and the important role the non-executive director plays in maximising value and ensuring long term sustainability.

29th September 2026

Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK

FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 71

Delivered in the UK and Asia, the FT Non-Executive Director Diploma is a formally accredited, post-graduate level qualification for current and aspiring non-executive directors. It’s approved by Pearson Education Limited as meeting the criteria for Pearson's Self Regulated Framework.

Based on the local Corporate Governance Code and built upon the principles it contains, the Diploma covers all aspects of successfully running a company and the important role the non-executive director plays in maximising value and ensuring long term sustainability.

2nd October 2026

University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada

ECGI Corporate Governance Academic Forum

In collaboration with ECGI and the University of Toronto, the Johnston Centre for Corporate Governance Innovation at the Rotman School of Management will host its annual academic conference, showcasing the latest in corporate governance research by top scholars from around the world. 

The Corporate Governance Academic Forum will be held on Friday, October 2, 2026, in Toronto, Ontario. This one‑day conference will feature presentations and discussions of selected academic research papers.  A welcome dinner will take place on Thursday, October 1, and all attendees are invited to join.

Submissions from all disciplines on any topic related to corporate governance are welcome, including (but not limited to): boards of directors, executive compensation and incentives, mergers, ownership structure, shareholder activism, ESG and sustainability governance, governance of emerging technologies, and political influences on governance.

3rd-4th October 2026

HEC Montreal, Canada

ICGS 12th Annual Conference 2026

The ICGS 12th Annual Conference 2026 is on the theme of Purposeful Governance in a Changing World, and will be held on 3rd-4th October 2026 at HEC Montreal, Canada.

More details to follow.

6th October 2026

The Midland Hotel, Manchester, UK

CGI UK&I Governance North 2026

Join fellow company secretaries and governance professionals at The Midland for a day packed with keynote speeches, insights, panel discussions, coupled with networking opportunities.

7th-8th October 2026

Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK

FT The Effective Non-Executive Director Programme

The Effective Non-Executive Director Programme is an intensive two-day course designed for existing non-executive directors who wish to further develop their skills or for people who have just taken on their first non-executive position and are keen to prepare themselves for a non-executive career.

This is a practical, detailed and highly interactive course with recognised speakers and thought-leaders who will help you with improving board effectiveness and increasing your contribution to the board.

Please note that this workshop will take place in-person.

8th-9th October 2026

Financial Times, Hong Kong

FT The Effective Board Director Asia

The Effective Non-Executive Director Programme is an intensive two-day course designed for existing non-executive directors who wish to further develop their skills or for people who have just taken on their first non-executive position and are keen to prepare themselves for a non-executive career.

This is a practical, detailed and highly interactive course with recognised speakers and thought-leaders who will help you with improving board effectiveness and increasing your contribution to the board.

Please note that this workshop will take place in-person.

9th-11th October 2026

Real Centro Universitario Escorial-Maria Cristina, Madrid, Spain

7th Annual RCF-ECGI Corporate Finance & Governance Conference

The 7th Annual RCF-ECGI Corporate Finance and Governance Conference will be hybrid, held both online and in person at Real Centro Universitario Escorial-Maria Cristina, Madrid, Spain, on 9-11 October 2026.

The conference is held in collaboration with European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI).

We invite the submission of original papers on all aspects of corporate finance and corporate governance.  There is, of course, no obligation to submit to RCF as part of the conference.

Topics of interest include: capital structure, corporate and securities law, corporate culture, corporate failure, corporate finance and public policy, corporate governance, corporate restructuring, corporate social responsibility, crowdfunding, dividends, payout policy, and repurchases, entrepreneurial finance, family business, financial contracting, financial intermediation, financial literacy, fintech, fraud, innovation, IPOs and SEOs, mergers and acquisitions, misconduct, private debt, private equity, trade credit, socially responsible investments, sustainable finance, real options, and venture capital.

15th October 2026

St. Pierre Park Hotel Spa & Golf Resort, Rohais, Guernsey, UK

CGI Governance Guernsey Conference 2026

Governance Guernsey returns this October as the must-attend event for governance professionals on the island. Join us for a dynamic day of insights and innovation, where delegates will hear from expert speakers tackling the most pressing challenges facing the Channel Islands. Discover cutting-edge solutions, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and take advantage of extensive networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders.

3rd November 2026

Virtual Workshop

FT So You Want To Be A Non-Executive Director?

Designed for individuals who are thinking about becoming a non-executive director, the 'So You Want To Be A Non-Executive Director?' virtual workshop looks at the duties and liabilities of being a NED, and effective boardroom behaviour.

The workshop is designed to be interactive and is run by recognised experts in their field. It is followed by an online networking session to give you the opportunity to meet informally with our speakers and fellow delegates.

4th-5th November 2026

Toronto, Canada

ICGN Autumn Conference 2026 - Toronto

ICGN is excited to be in Toronto for our 2026 Autumn Conference. They will explore global governance and stewardship trends, including regulatory developments across major markets and their implications for shareholder rights and corporate accountability. Through plenary sessions, expert briefings and breakout discussions, participants will gain practical insights on future-fit governance, collaborative investor initiatives, and strategies for effective engagement in a rapidly changing landscape.

5th November 2026

Financial Times, Bracken House, London, UK

FT How To Get Your First Non-Executive Director Role

A practical and interactive one-day in-person workshop looking at the realities of building your personal brand, developing a plan of action and getting that all-important first non-executive director (non-exec) role. 



The two speakers come at the subject from different perspectives. Mike Clancy has advised many aspiring non-execs on how to make the transition from being an exec to a non-exec. Jeremy Williams has built a successful portfolio career for himself as a pluralist non-exec and will share his experiences and what he learned as he did so.

Please note that this workshop will take place in-person.

25th November 2026

Virtual Cohort

FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 72

Delivered in the UK and Asia, the FT Non-Executive Director Diploma is a formally accredited, post-graduate level qualification for current and aspiring non-executive directors. It’s approved by Pearson Education Limited as meeting the criteria for Pearson's Self Regulated Framework.

Based on the local Corporate Governance Code and built upon the principles it contains, the Diploma covers all aspects of successfully running a company and the important role the non-executive director plays in maximising value and ensuring long term sustainability.

25th November 2026

Hybrid - Hong Kong

FT How To Get Your First Non-Executive Director Role ASIA

A practical and interactive one-day in-person workshop looking at the realities of building your personal brand, developing a plan of action and getting that all-important first non-executive director (non-exec) role. 



The two speakers come at the subject from different perspectives. Mike Clancy has advised many aspiring non-execs on how to make the transition from being an exec to a non-exec. Jeremy Williams has built a successful portfolio career for himself as a pluralist non-exec and will share his experiences and what he learned as he did so.

Please note that this workshop will take place in-person.

2nd-3rd December 2026

JW Marriot Hotel Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany

IBA 11th Annual Corporate Governance Conference

A conference presented by the Securities and Capital Markets Committee and the IBA Corporate and M&A Law Committee.

8th December 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel London City, London, UK

Advance HE Governance Conference 2026

Building on the success and insights from 2025, this year's conference will explore practical applications of governance with special emphasis on navigating the rapidly evolving landscape, financial sustainability, and changing student expectations. The day will also include workshops on emerging challenges in the sector, and dedicated networking sessions to facilitate deeper collaboration among institutions.