The 2026 Legislative and Advocacy Fly-In will take place on Wednesdsay, September 30, 2026. Be on the lookout for more information regarding registration in Summer 2026.
NIRI’s Legislative and Advocacy Fly-In is a unique opportunity for investor relations professionals to participate in hands-on advocacy work to benefit the profession. Join a small group of your IR peers on Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress or their staff.
The Fly-In program includes:
Exclusive briefing sessions on key activities in Congress impacting the industry, new regulations, and implementation plans, and NIRI’s legislative priorities.
Interactive training on advocacy, communicating your “ask”, and building relationships with your elected leaders.
Meetings with members of Congress or their staff.
Networking with your NIRI peers from across the country.
Tips on continuing valuable relationships with elected officials once you return home.
Who should attend?
This limited-capacity program is open to NIRI members who are IR practitioners (corporate and counselors) who are interested in advocating for the profession, strengthening leadership skills, and influencing how policy is crafted on Capitol Hill.
Why should I attend?
Network with like-minded NIRI members who are passionate about advocacy
Seize the unique opportunity to advance the IR profession through public policy
Enhance your communication skills through discussion with key leaders and their staff
Learn how to engage with elected officials from your home base
Hone your leadership abilities and return to the workplace a more empowered team leader
A briefing session on key activities in Congress impacting the industry, new regulations and implementation plans, and NIRI’s legislative priorities. Featuring special guest speakers from FTI.
The schedule of events is subject to change. Please refer to the schedule above for the most up-to-date information.
Travel and Accomodations
Please note that activities on September 30 will take place at three locations: morning briefing sessions at The Malin DC, afternoon meetings at congressional offices on Capitol Hill, and an evening reception at the Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill.
Attendees will be responsible for the cost of their own travel and accommodations.
Thank you to our sponsor!
I had a great time on the Hill with members of NIRI, advocating for the modernization of legislation that impacts our day-to-day work as investor relations professionals. It was such a great learning experience on the legislative process and how we can influence change!
Rose Zu
Director, Financial Communications Strategic Communications, FTI Consulting, Inc.
IRC credential holders can claim up to 4 professional development units (PDUs) for participating in this program. IRC-credentialed volunteers and speakers may also earn PDUs.
*All times are shown in Eastern Time. Agenda subject to change
