Pre-Conference Workshops
At ACRP 2026, we're offering a wide range of learning opportunities to explore new concepts or deepen your understanding of clinical research. Whether you're a seasoned pro or starting your career, a pre-conference workshop at ACRP 2026 is your ticket to success.
Workshops are not included in Full Conference Registration, require additional fees, and allow attendees to earn an additional 5.50 ACRP Contact Hours above the 24.0 ACRP contact hours with Full Conference Registration. All workshops will be held on Friday, April 24, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and lunch will be provided to workshop registrants. If you are already registered for the conference and would like to add a workshop, contact ACRP Customer Care for assistance with your registration. The workshops will sell out in advance so please don’t wait until you’re in Orlando to register onsite.
Clinical Trials Project Management from Fundamentals to Real-World Application
Whether you’re leading your first project or stepping up as a solo project manager, this workshop equips you with the skills and tools to succeed. In this interactive session, participants explore essential project management competencies for clinical research—communication, conflict resolution, critical thinking, negotiation, emotional intelligence, time management, and budgeting.
Beth Bieze, MA, CCRA, ACRP-PM, FACRP, Clinical Quality Management Director, ProTrials Research Inc.
Jennifer McLeland, PhD, CCRC, ACRP-PM, RPSGT, Manager, Division of Clinical Research, Washington University School of Medicine
Mastering Patient Recruitment in Today’s Clinical Research Landscape
Patient recruitment remains one of the toughest challenges in clinical research, despite years of innovation and investment. While sponsors and CROs often provide recruitment solutions, the real work of identifying, engaging, and supporting patients happens at the site and community level.
Elisa Cascade, MBA, FACRP, Chief Growth Officer, Head of Americas, TrialScreen
Top 10 Lessons from ICH E6(R3) Implementation: Insights, Pitfalls, and Change Strategies
Since ICH E6(R3) was finalized, the industry has recognized that implementation goes beyond updating SOPs. It requires new ways of working, proportionate risk-based approaches, and a culture that prioritizes quality and critical thinking. This interactive workshop builds on the momentum of ACRP’s “Crack the Code” webinar, diving into the realities of R3 implementation.
Leslie Sam, BA, CSSBB, CQIA, President, Leslie Sam and Associates
Your Blueprint for Inspection Readiness
Are you fully prepared for a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection? Inspections can be high-stakes events that bring stress, potential delays, and reputational risk if not managed effectively. This comprehensive full-day workshop is designed to help quality, regulatory, and research professionals approach inspections with confidence, clarity, and a concrete plan.
Christina Brennan, MD, MBA, FACRP, Senior Vice President, Northwell