2026 IGNITE Conference
Nov. 2-3, 2026 | Washington, DC & Virtual | 15+ CPEs
Practical Leadership Skills for the Next Generation of Audit Professionals
The IGNITE conference is built for rising internal audit leaders seeking actionable insights for career progression and practical strategies for managing organizational risk. Offered in-person or virtually, IGNITE explores content focused on leadership communication, professional development, and innovative audit approaches that go beyond processes and controls. Develop communication and decision-making skills for future leadership roles and earn up to 15 CPE credits while learning from senior-level experts.
Advance your career as an internal audit leader
IGNITE Conference is designed to fuel the career growth of emerging internal audit leaders.
Featured topics at the 2026 IGNITE internal audit leadership conference
IGNITE 2026 explores leadership, technology, and strategic risk topics shaping the future of internal audit so you can prepare for greater leadership responsibility within your organization.
2026 IGNITE Conference Program & Speakers - Coming Soon!
The IGNITE 2026 agenda is currently in development and will feature senior audit leaders, risk professionals, and subject matter experts sharing practical insights, leadership strategies, and emerging trends shaping the internal audit and risk professions.
Check back soon for:
- Featured keynote announcements
- Session schedule
- Speaker lineup
- Networking experiences
Why emerging audit leaders attend IGNITE
- Earn 15+ CPE credits
- Learn from senior audit and risk leaders
- Build skills to lead teams and influence stakeholders
- Explore AI, innovation, and emerging risk
- Network with peers advancing their careers
Plus, you can attend in person or virtually!
Who should attend the 2026 IGNITE internal audit conference?
IGNITE is designed for emerging internal audit leaders, rising risk professionals, and forward-looking auditors seeking practical tools, leadership skills, and strategic insights to advance their careers and expand their organizational impact.
2026 IGNITE conference pricing & registration
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What’s included with your 2026 IGNITE registration:
In-Person Registration
- Access to all conference sessions
- Networking opportunities and peer discussions
- Conference app access
- Conference materials and resources
- Breakfast, lunch and refreshments served daily
- Access to exhibitors and sponsors
- Access to conference playbacks for 30 days after the event.
- Up to 15 NASBA-eligible CPE credits via in-person participation, and additional IIA-eligible CPEs via conference playbacks.
Virtual Registration
- Livestream access to all general and concurrent sessions
- Digital conference platform access
- Conference materials and resources
- Interactive Q&A opportunities
- Access to virtual exhibitors and sponsors
- Access to conference playbacks for 30 days after the event.
- Up to 15 NASBA-eligible CPE credits via live stream participation, and additional IIA-eligible CPEs via conference playbacks.
IGNITE location & hotel room block
2026 IGNITE will take place at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC, this hotel offers convenient access to major landmarks, dining, museums, and transportation — creating an ideal setting for learning, networking, and exploring the nation’s capital.
The IIA has secured a special room rate for IGNITE attendees when booked by October 8, 2026.
$329 plus 15.95% tax and $20 destination fee per night for single/double occupancy*
Grand Hyatt Washington | 1000 H Street NW | Washington, DC 20001 | 202-582-1234
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- Single/Double Occupancy: $329 plus $20 Destination Fee plus 15.95% tax ($55.67) per night, total with tax is $404.67 per night
- Each third and fourth person (18 years and older): $25.00 per person per night
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Thursday, October 8, 2026
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A credit card must be provided when making a reservation to guarantee the reservation.
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You must cancel your reservation 72 hours (3 days) prior to your check-in day to avoid a one-night room and tax penalty to your credit card used when making your reservation.
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- Check-in time is 4:00 p.m.
- Check-out time is 11:00 a.m.