ANAB Conformity Assessment Symposium to Debut in 2026

The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) is pleased to announce the first annual ANAB Conformity Assessment Symposium (ACAS) will take place on January 19-20, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

Fostering advancements in the field, the inaugural ACAS will bring together the entire ANAB conformity assessment community—including ANAB clients, assessors, stakeholders, standardization professionals, and others in all conformity assessment fields—for dynamic discussions, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and networking.

“We are thrilled to introduce ACAS, a conference that will serve as a central hub for the ANAB conformity assessment community,” said R. Douglas Leonard Jr. , ANAB's Executive Director. “This event will offer valuable insights, best practices, and opportunities to connect with peers, ultimately contributing to the growth and development of the industry.”

Attendees can look forward to a diverse program featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions. The conference will cover conformity assessment topics including:

• Emerging trends and technologies
• Legal issues in conformity assessment and accreditation
• The role of standards in conformity assessment
• Regulatory perspectives on conformity assessment
• Challenges and opportunities in the fields of forensics, inspection and laboratories, management systems, credentialing, validation and verification, and product certification

ACAS is expected to attract diverse professionals across sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, technology, and government. The conference will provide a unique opportunity for attendees to learn from industry leaders, share their experiences, and build valuable connections.

Registration for ACAS will open in the coming months. To stay informed of the latest updates, join our mailing list.

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