Events | 04-14-26
Bates Group at the 2026 FINRA Annual Conference
Bates Group is pleased to announce that we will be attending the 2026 FINRA Annual Conference, taking place May 12–14, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. Our team of experts will be on hand throughout the event to connect with clients, colleagues, and industry leaders.
The FINRA Annual Conference is the industry’s flagship forum for compliance, legal, and regulatory professionals, bringing together senior leaders, regulators, and practitioners to exchange insights on today’s most critical challenges. This year’s program delivers practical guidance and forward-looking perspectives on evolving regulatory developments, supervisory expectations, and emerging risks (including cybersecurity, financial crime trends, and digital asset oversight) and highlights the expanding role of innovation and technology in modern compliance frameworks.
Bates Group's multidisciplinary team of regulatory and compliance experts, litigation consultants, and financial industry specialists will be available throughout the conference for meetings and conversations. Whether you are navigating a FINRA examination, managing complex securities litigation, or seeking expert witness support, we invite you to connect with us in Washington.
Conference Details
Date: May 12–14, 2026
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C
Bates Group Attendees
- Alex Russell, Co-Chief Executive Officer
- Jennifer Stout, Senior Executive Advisor & Board Vice-Chair
- David Birnbaum, Managing Director
- Hank Sanchez, Managing Director
- Jack Bruno, Managing Director
For more information about the 2026 FINRA Annual Conference, including registration details and the full program agenda, please visit the FINRA website.
If you are planning on attending and would like to connect with a member of the Bates Group team, please contact us to arrange a meeting. We look forward to seeing you in Washington, D.C.