Winter Symposium
CLEAR's Winter Symposium is held annually in tandem with the Midyear Business Meeting. This event provides a forum for CLEAR members and other regulatory stakeholders to convene to network, share best practices, and take a deeper look at a singular issue or topic facing regulators today.
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2027 CLEAR Winter Symposium & Midyear Business Meeting
January 2027 | New Orleans
Experience CLEAR in the Heart of New Orleans
Mark your calendar for CLEAR’s 2027 Winter Symposium and Midyear Business Meeting, set against the vibrant backdrop of New Orleans, Louisiana. Known for its rich history, dynamic culture, and unmistakable energy, New Orleans offers the perfect setting to gather, connect, and collaborate with regulatory peers from around the world.
From the iconic French Quarter to the banks of the Mississippi River, this one-of-a-kind destination invites you to experience meaningful conversations by day—and unforgettable moments after hours.
Winter Symposium
January 2027 | New Orleans, Louisiana
CLEAR’s Winter Symposium is an annual gathering that brings together members and regulatory stakeholders for focused dialogue on a key issue shaping the profession today.
Building on the success of the 2026 Symposium in Nashville—which welcomed regulators from across jurisdictions for a dynamic day of discussion, collaboration, and practical insight to discuss "Difficult Conversations in Regulation"—the 2027 program will continue this tradition of meaningful exchange around a central topic.
Participants can expect:
- Engaging keynote presentations
- Cross-jurisdictional perspectives
- Interactive discussions and roundtables
- Opportunities to share experiences and practical strategies
The Symposium creates space for regulators to explore complex challenges, strengthen professional practice, and build connections that extend beyond the event.
2026 Winter Symposium and Business Meeting Recap

Midyear Business Meeting
January 2027 | New Orleans, Louisiana
Held in conjunction with the Winter Symposium, CLEAR’s Midyear Business Meeting brings together the Board of Directors and committees to advance the organization’s strategic priorities and ongoing initiatives.
Following the momentum of the Symposium, the Midyear Meeting offers:
- Collaborative working sessions across committees
- Updates on key initiatives and strategic priorities
- Opportunities to contribute to the future direction of CLEAR programs and resources
CLEAR committee members are encouraged to attend, and all members are welcome to participate.
2026 Winter Symposium and Business Meeting Recap
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Additional details, including dates, venue, and program information, will be announced soon.
Save the date and plan to join us in New Orleans for an engaging start to 2027.
Past Winter Symposia
2025 - Savannah, Georgia | January 15 | Relational Regulation Re-imagined: Adapting to the Challenges of Today’s Regulatory Environment
2024 - Tucson, Arizona | January 10 |Coding Kindness: Regulatory Approaches to Technology and Compassion
2023 - Savannah, Georgia | January 10 | Beyond the New Normal – Supporting the Work of Regulatory Excellence
2022 - Virtual | January 5 | Building an Inclusive Regulatory Community – From Policy to Practice
2021 - Virtual | January 5 | Recognizing Bias and Diversity in the Regulatory Arena
2020 - San Diego, California | January 8 | Data and Technology in Professional Regulation: The What, the Why, and the Where Are We Going?
2019 - Charleston, South Carolina | January 9 | Managing Public Perception in and of Regulation
2018 - Scottsdale, Arizona | January 10 | Regulatory Boards
2017 - St. Petersburg, Florida | January 11 | Risk Identification, Analysis and Treatment for Regulators
2016 - Savannah, Georgia | January 6 | Mastering Media Madness
CLEAR is pleased to provide CLEAR members with presentation slide decks and resource materials from our past programs and events. Slide decks and presentation materials are for personal use only and are not to be distributed, reproduced, or sold. We appreciate the willingness of our presenters to share their work and expertise. If you have any questions about the available content, please contact Virginia Shapland.

