The Program Is Now Available for CLEAR’s 46th Annual Educational Conference

CLEAR is pleased to announce that the program for the 46th Annual Educational Conference is now available. The conference will take place September 14–17, 2026, in Portland, Oregon, bringing together regulatory professionals from around the world to explore the most pressing issues shaping professional regulation today.

Each year, CLEAR’s Annual Educational Conference gathers more than 500 regulators, policymakers, researchers, and regulatory stakeholders who share a commitment to advancing regulatory excellence and strengthening public protection. Developed by and for the regulatory community, the conference program reflects the real-world challenges regulators are navigating across jurisdictions and professions.

A Program Grounded in Today’s Regulatory Realities

The 2026 conference program features a wide range of sessions designed to provide practical insights, emerging perspectives, and opportunities for meaningful discussion.

Sessions are organized across four core areas of regulatory practice:

• Regulatory administration and governance

• Compliance, discipline, and enforcement

• Entry-to-practice standards and continuing competence

• Testing and examinations

Attendees will participate in presentations, panels, roundtables, and poster sessions that highlight innovative approaches, lessons learned, and practical strategies that regulators can apply in their own organizations.

This year’s program addresses several key topics shaping the regulatory landscape, including:

• Workforce mobility and alternative pathways to licensure

• Modernizing regulatory governance and board practices

• Strengthening investigations, discipline processes, and enforcement

• Ensuring fairness, defensibility, and accessibility in testing and credentialing

• Emerging technologies and artificial intelligence in regulation

• Public trust, communication, and evolving expectations of regulators

Through case studies and facilitated discussions, speakers from around the world will share insights from their own jurisdictions, giving participants the opportunity to compare approaches, learn from peers, and explore new ideas for strengthening regulatory systems.

More Than Sessions: A Community of Regulators

While the program offers a strong lineup of educational sessions, many attendees say the most valuable part of CLEAR’s Annual Educational Conference is the opportunity to connect with fellow regulators.

Regulatory work can often feel isolating. Decisions carry significant weight, the work is frequently scrutinized, and the pressures facing regulators continue to grow. The conference provides a space where professionals responsible for safeguarding the public can connect with others who understand the complexity and importance of this work.

Throughout the conference, participants will have opportunities to:

• Share challenges and lessons learned with peers from different professions and jurisdictions

• Build relationships with colleagues facing similar policy, workforce, and governance issues

• Exchange practical strategies that strengthen regulatory systems and improve public protection

By coming together, regulators strengthen not only their organizations but also the broader community committed to fair, effective, and trusted regulation.

Join CLEAR in Portland

CLEAR’s 2026 Annual Educational Conference will be held at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, located along the Willamette River and within walking distance of many of Portland’s restaurants and attractions.

Beyond the conference sessions, Portland offers a vibrant setting to explore. Fall brings crisp air and colorful foliage, making it an ideal time to visit local parks, browse independent bookstores, experience the city’s renowned food carts, or enjoy Portland’s celebrated coffee and craft beer scene. Just outside the city, the Columbia River Gorge offers stunning waterfalls and scenic views.

As the conference approaches, CLEAR will continue sharing ideas for making the most of your time in Portland.

Explore the Program

We invite you to explore the full conference program and begin planning your experience.

Join regulatory colleagues from around the world this September to learn from one another, exchange ideas, and continue building a global community dedicated to advancing regulatory practice and protecting the public.

We look forward to welcoming you to Portland.