True North 2026: Illuminating the future of ethics and compliance

Join us Wednesday, February 11, 2026 for a one-day virtual retreat where compliance professionals move beyond the checkbox and lead with purpose, insight and impact.

About the event

In a world where ethics and compliance often feels like a checklist, True North was created as something different—a space where professionals can pause, reflect and reconnect to the purpose behind their work.

Since its first year in 2020, the event has grown into a trusted annual destination for compliance professionals who want to evolve their programs and themselves. Each year, we explore what’s changing in our field—and what shouldn’t. Together, we challenge outdated practices, share stories of progress, and illuminate new paths forward.

This year’s theme, “Illuminating the future of ethics & compliance,” invites attendees to look ahead with curiosity and courage, to explore emerging technologies, data-driven insights, and the human behaviors that shape our culture of integrity.

This isn’t just another virtual conference. It’s a retreat for those who want to thrive in their roles, elevate their influence, and strengthen ethics and compliance as a business enabler.

Who should attend

If your work shapes how people do the right thing—through ethics, compliance, or culture—True North is your space to pause, learn, and lead with clarity. This one-day virtual retreat helps you unlock new ideas, data, and tools to do it smarter and with purpose.

True North is designed for professionals who want to create a more effective, people-centered ethics and compliance program, including:

Chief Ethics & Compliance Officers
Compliance Directors and Managers
Ethics Program Leaders
Compliance Training and Communications Professionals
Risk and Governance Leaders
Anyone passionate about shaping the future of ethics and compliance

What you'll gain

CEU-eligible sessions, pending approval: Earn continuing education units (CEUs) through sessions aligned with CCEP standards, helping you strengthen both your program and your professional standing.

Thought leadership & practical tools: Learn from industry innovators and practitioners who are driving measurable impact and take away ideas you can apply Monday morning.

Community & connection: Engage in live discussions, interactive polls, and reflection sessions designed to connect you with peers who share your challenges and your purpose.

A purposeful experience: A virtual retreat designed to reconnect you with the purpose behind your program.

Details

Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Format: Virtual (through Zoom Events) — 6:30 AM–2:00 PM PT / 9:30 AM–4:00 PM ET / 2:30–9:00 PM GMT
Cost: Free registration | $695 value
CEUs: Sessions are eligible for Continuing Education Units, pending approval from the Compliance Certification Board (CCB).

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Keynote & featured sessions

Stay tuned for our keynote announcements, featuring leading voices in ethics, behavioral science, and compliance innovation. Past speakers have included Hui Chen (Culture. Data. Ethics.), Christian Hunt (Human Risk), Matt Kelly (Radical Compliance), Lauren Kootman (DOJ Criminal Division), Andrea Jones-Rooy (data scientist), and Alison Taylor (NYU)—thought leaders who bring energy, credibility, and real-world challenges to the field. This year, expect sessions that inspire action, celebrate progress, and re-center the “why” behind your work.

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