CPR Annual Meeting 2026

The CPR Annual Meeting 2026 is a premier event organized by the International Institute for Conflict Prevention & Resolution (CPR Institute), a nonprofit think tank dedicated to advancing alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices. This year's meeting is scheduled from February 11 to 13, 2026, at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego, California. The event will convene thought leaders in ADR to explore important issues, new developments, and practical tools and strategies in commercial arbitration, mediation, dispute management, and dispute prevention.

The theme for the 2026 meeting is "Navigating Changing Currents: Business ADR in a Global Economy." Attendees will gain insights into harnessing new developments and navigating evolving trends in conflict management, as well as domestic and international mediation and arbitration, including ethics. The program will feature panels and discussions led by industry experts, providing practical tools and strategies that can be implemented immediately.

The event will also offer networking opportunities, including a cocktail reception, allowing participants to connect with peers and industry leaders. Notably, Ann Chaplin, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for Qualcomm Incorporated, will serve as the keynote speaker, sharing her extensive experience in dispute management and prevention.

This meeting is ideal for general counsel with a forward-thinking orientation, law firm practitioners, academics, and other thought leaders, as well as highly respected and sought-after neutrals. Attendees will benefit from engaging discussions, practical insights, and the opportunity to connect with leading professionals in the field of ADR.