Upcoming Corporate Governance Events from around the world.


28th-29th January 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
21st Annual Crown Corporate Governance Conference
For 21 years this conference has brought together top public sector executives, federal and provincial Crown leaders, distinguished lawyers, and consultants to share actionable solutions tailored to the unique demands of Crown corporations.
Our agenda is meticulously crafted to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to navigate today’s complex governance and operational challenges.
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3rd-4th February 2026
The Westin Alexandria Old Town, Alexandria, USA
Corporate Governance & Ethics in the Age of AI 2026
Explore the role of emerging technologies, including AI, blockchain, robotics, IoT, and automation, in shaping corporate governance and ethical decision-making. Sessions will delve into how these technologies influence boardroom decisions, transparency, risk management, and regulatory compliance, while addressing the ethical challenges businesses face in adopting and integrating these innovations. Attendees will learn how to implement responsible governance structures that promote accountability, fairness, and ethical standards across their organizations.

5th-6th February 2026
Financial Times, Hong Kong
The Effective Board Director Workshop ASIA
The Effective Board Director Workshop is an intensive two-day course designed for existing and aspiring executive and non-executive directors who wish to further develop their skills or for people who have just taken on their executive and non-executive position and are keen to prepare themselves for a board 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.

11th February 2026
Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK
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 cohort will take place in-person.
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18th February 2026
Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK
FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 68
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.

17th -18th March 2026
Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK
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.

18th-19th March 2026
Virtual Conference
National Governance Association Governance Professionals Conference 2026
The conference is one of the most important events in NGA’s calendar. It is an opportunity for governance professionals working at all levels in schools and trusts to hear the latest governance news from a governance professional perspective. It has a stimulating programme that covers key issues facing the profession and provides valuable CPD.

19th March 2026
Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel, Saint Helier, Jersey, UK
CGI Governance Jersey 2026
Following a successful 2025 Conference, Governance Jersey will be back on March 19 2026. This time at the Radisson Blu Waterfront hotel.
This is the must-attend event for governance professionals on the island, offering delegates valuable insights from expert speakers on current hot topics, along with ample networking opportunities.

1st April 2026
Financial Times, Singapore
FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 26 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.

14th April 2026
Korea Stock Exchange, Seoul South Korea
ICGN Korea Conference 2026
ICGN is excited to be back in Seoul for the ICGN Korea Conference 2026, hosted by Korea Exchange (KRX). Join them to examine global trends in sustainability, stewardship codes, and reporting standards and explore Korea’s rapidly evolving corporate governance and stewardship landscape. Their topical panel discussions offer insights into how governance can drive long-term value creation and strategic resilience alongside unrivalled networking opportunities.

16th April 2026
CGI, Saffron House, London, UK
CGI Charity Governance Conference
The CGI presents a conference on Charity Governance. More details to follow.

17th April 2026
Drexel University, Philadelphia, USA
ECGI 19th Annual Corporate Governance Academic Conference
In collaboration with ECGI and the Society for Financial Studies (SFS), the Raj & Kamla Gupta Governance Institute at Drexel University invites papers in any area related to corporate governance, which includes topics about the board of directors, executive compensation, ownership structure, shareholder activism, institutional investors, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, sustainable finance, regulation, talent management, etc.
The conference will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Drexel University.

28th-30th April 2026
Stellenbosch Institute of Advanced Study, Stellenbosch, South Africa
European Internal Audit and Corporate Governance 22nd Conference 2026
The European Internal Audit and Corporate Governance's 22nd Conference unites academics and professionals with a shared interest in the domains of corporate governance and internal audit. The conference will take place on 28th-30th April at Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study, South Africa.

29th April 2026
Virtual Course
FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 69 Virtual
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.

7th May 2026
Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK
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 cohort will take place in-person.

7th May 2026
The Dublin Royal Convention Centre, Dublin, Ireland
CGI Governance Ireland Conference 2026
The CGI presents
Ireland's premier governance conference. More details to follow.

19th May 2026
Virtual Workshop
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 June 2026
Birmingham Conference & Events Centre, Birmingham, UK
CST Governance Conference 2026
The event will focus on the strategic issues that matter most to this important aspect of education, with speakers drawn from trust practitioners, policy experts, and the wider sector.
Full details of the programme and speakers will be released nearer the date but you can secure your place now.

12th-13th June 2026
University of Singapore, Singapore
2026 Global Corporate Governance Colloquium
The Global Corporate Governance Colloquia (GCGC) is a global initiative to bring together the best research in law, economics, and finance relating to corporate governance at a yearly conference held at 12 leading universities in the Americas, Asia and Europe.
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16th-19th June 2026
University of Adger, Kristiansand, Norway
EURAM 2026
The corporate governance SIG welcomes studies exploring all aspects of antecedents and consequences – of corporate governance and boards of directors. Contributions adopting a wide set of theoretical lenses and research methods are strongly encouraged as well as studies analysing corporate governance in different types of enterprises and institutional contexts, including different countries and regional cultures.

17th-19th June 2026
University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
The 12th International Conference on CSR, Sustainability, Ethics and Governance
The University of Limerick (UL) and the Kemmy Business School (KBS) are honoured to announce that they will host the International Conference on CSR, Sustainability, Ethics, and Governance from June 17th to 19th, 2026, in conjunction with the Global Corporate Governance Institute (GCGI), welcoming an international audience of academics, industry experts, policymakers, and emerging leaders to the city of Limerick.

18th June 2026
etc Venues County Hall, London, UK
Housing Governance 2026
The National Housing Federation's essential event for the good governance of housing associations is back in 2026.

25th-26th June 2026
Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
ICGN Summer Conference 2026 - Amsterdam
ICGN is excited to be in Amsterdam for our 2026 Summer Conference, hosted by Eumedion. Their programme offers a global perspective on governance and stewardship, examining regulatory developments, emerging standards, and their implications for investors and companies. Sessions will explore key themes such as sustainability reporting and assurance, shareholder rights under SRD III, and the integration of culture and human capital into long-term value strategies. With deep dives into major markets and emerging economies, expert briefings, and practical insights on proxy voting and activism, the programme equips participants to navigate evolving expectations and drive effective stewardship.

30th June 2026
Financial Times, Friday Street, London, UK
FT Non-Executive Director Diploma Cohort 70
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.

7th-8th July 2026
Novotel London West, London, UK
2026 CGIUKI Annual Conference
Join hundreds of governance professionals and expert speakers in London on 7 and 8 July for two days of insight, discussions on best practice and thought-provoking debates. The CGI Annual Conference – Governance 2026 is the ideal environment to network governance professionals from across the UK and beyond.

7th-10th July 2026
Omni Nashville, Nashville, USA
Society for Corporate Governance 2026 National Conference
Held annually in late June or early July, 900 governance professionals gather to connect, communicate and collaborate with their peers and colleagues in the governance industry. The agenda includes more than 40 topics presented in plenary and breakout sessions, with an exhibit hall for attendees to seek services, products, and solutions. CLE is provided for all sessions.

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.

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.

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.
