2026 FDLI Annual Conference

May 6–7, 2026 | Washington, DC & Virtual Event

Overview

Save the date for the 2026 FDLI Annual Conference, the premier event for the food and drug law community! Our conference provides a unique opportunity to delve into the complex legal, regulatory, compliance, and policy issues currently impacting FDA-regulated industry. Join experts from federal government, industry, the private bar, patient and consumer advocacy groups, consulting organizations, and academia as the FDLI community  gathers for the event of the year!
 

Conference Highlights

  • Hear FDA’s strategic priorities directly from the FDA Commissioner and other key leaders within the agency and Health and Human Services invited to speak
  • Join high-level colleagues in food and drug law to hear different viewpoints, shape policy, and advance understanding
  • Participate in over 30 sessions covering the latest in legal, regulatory, compliance, policy, marketing, and related issues to enjoy targeted for your key interests
  • Learn from more than 100 well-known officials and experts
  • Hear about the Top Cases in Food and Drug Law
  • Network and build relationships with seasoned legal, regulatory, compliance, policy, and government professionals

Register

Register by 12/19/2025 and Save

$2,099

Members

$2,499

Non-Members

Industry

$1,799

Members

$2,199

Non-Members

Government &
Association

$1,299

Members

$1,499

Non-Members

Public/Patient Org
& Academic

$599

Members

$699

Non-Members

Student

Free

Members

$699

Non-Members

Call for Proposals

Your voice and expertise are essential in crafting a dynamic and timely program. By submitting your proposal, you have an important opportunity to help shape an event that fosters meaningful dialogue that’s relevant to your industry. We are seeking unique perspectives that can make a valuable impact. This is your chance to influence conversations that address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing FDA-regulated industries.

  • Topics should be at an advanced level.
  • Topics that include a variety of perspectives and viewpoints, including government, industry, private attorneys, academics, and public interest are preferred.
  • We prefer submissions to include a reasonably detailed and thoughtful title for and description of the proposed session.
  • FDLI encourages proposals that align with our commitment to supporting, promoting, and celebrating inclusivity in the food and drug law profession.

Q: Am I limited in the number of proposals I can submit?

  • A: Multiple submissions from the same person or organization are welcome; however, each proposal requires its own form.

Q: How will my submission be reviewed?

  • A: All submissions are blinded before being reviewed by the Conference Planning Committee. All submissions are treated as recommendations, and proposals may be modified or combined by FDLI to best suit the needs of the conference.

Q: Do all items in my proposal need to be in final form?

  • A: No—Your proposal does not need to be in final form. A proposal can and will likely be updated by the Committee to include the newest or most up-to-date information as relevant for the FDLI audience.

Should I reach out to speakers I suggest in advance of submitting my proposal?

  • A: Suggested speakers should not be invited in advance—sessions are often combined and we cannot guarantee that suggested speakers will be included.

Q: Can I email you my submission?

  • All submissions must be received through the submission portal.

Q: If my topic is selected, do I get to speak? Do I have to speak if my topic is selected?

  • A: Speaking opportunities are generally reserved for FDLI members. If your topic is selected, you will be invited to speak if you are interested; however, speaking is not a requirement to submit a topic.

Q: How will I know if my submission is accepted?

  • A: You will be notified of the status of your submission approximately three months before the conference date.

  • November 3, 2025: Call for Proposals closes.
  • February 2026: Those who submitted proposals will be notified of their submission’s status.

Sponsors

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please let us know if you would like more information.

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