21st Clinical Research Billing Compliance Summit
Margaritaville Resort Orlando · Kissimmee, FL · February 22–24, 2027

Where sites, payers, and sponsors come together to master the keys to a compliant research and billing infrastructure — and have a little fun doing it.

230+
Industry Executives
97%
Rated "Excellent"
4.2/5
Avg. Session Rating
20+
Years of Programming
Organized in Partnership

Meet Your Summit Founders

Building on the incredible success of our 20th anniversary in New Orleans, we're thrilled to bring you the 21st annual summit at the iconic Margaritaville Resort Orlando — a fun, relaxed setting to learn, connect, and recharge.

Kelly Willenberg & Associates Momentum Events
Kelly Willenberg
Kelly Willenberg
Summit Founder & Chairperson
CEO, Kelly Willenberg & Associates

"Billing compliance sits at the intersection of research integrity, financial performance, and regulatory risk. Our job is to make it simple, actionable, and connected."

Bryon Main
Bryon Main
Summit Founder & Organizer
CEO, Momentum Events

"We built this summit to be the trusted home for billing compliance professionals. 21 years in, the community is what makes it exceptional — we're just curating the room."

Why Attend

The Home for Billing Compliance Professionals

Where peers gather to share, learn, and innovate — solving real problems in a trusted community.

Practical & Implementable

Compliance strategies grounded in industry benchmarks — things you can actually take back to Monday morning.

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Rich Networking

Structured roundtables, topic lounges, mentor matching for first-timers, and our new AI matchmaking app.

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Regulatory Currency

Latest CMS, Medicare, and coverage updates delivered by the practitioners in the room every year.

2027 Curriculum

Programming Themes for 2027

Informed by attendee feedback, industry trends, and 20 years of programming expertise.

CMS & Medicare Policy Updates for 2027
CAR-T & Cell Therapy Billing Compliance
AI & Automation in Clinical Research Ops
Clinical Trial Budgeting & Financial Performance
Coverage Analysis Best Practices
CTMS & Technology Integration
Contracting & Negotiation Strategies
Billing Compliance Audits & Risk Management
Study Startup Optimization
Medicare Advantage & Complex Payers
Real-World Case Studies & Workshops
Building & Leading Compliance Teams
Call for Speakers · Now Open

Share Your Expertise. Shape the Industry.

Join our faculty of clinical research billing compliance leaders. We're accepting speaker proposals for keynotes, panel discussions, and case-study sessions for the 2027 summit.

Complimentary Registration Full summit access
Industry Recognition Featured bio & speaker promotion
Networking Access Speaker-only receptions
CEU-Eligible Sessions CCB, AAPC, SOCRA tracks
Submit a Speaker Proposal → View Topic Tracks
Agenda Highlights

Built for Real-World Impact

Every session is shaped by attendee feedback from 20 years of summits — nothing is there by accident.

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    Expert Panels with Industry Pioneers

    Senior practitioners driving real conversations on regulatory trends and career development.

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    Themed Workshop Sessions

    Interactive, small-group environments for deep skill-building on specific compliance challenges.

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    First-Time Attendee Track

    Special programming and mentor assignments to ensure every new attendee has a guide.

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    Future-Focused Innovation Spotlight

    AI, automation, and the tech shaping the next decade of clinical research operations.

21st Annual Networking Gala 🎉

Closing-night celebration where the year's industry relationships get cemented over cocktails, music, and coastal vibes.

Who Attends

A Diverse Audience of Research Executives

Our community represents the full ecosystem of clinical research billing and compliance.

Clinical Research Billing
Clinical Trials Offices
Research Finance
Contracts & Budgeting
Research Compliance
Quality Assurance
Investigator Sites
Coverage Analysis Teams
Grants Management
Research Administration
Site Relations
Legal & Regulatory
IRBs
Coding & Claims
CROs & Sponsors
What Attendees Say

From the Community

Not marketing copy — real words from past attendees.

★★★★★
"The best conference for research billing professionals I've attended — relevant content, actionable insights, and valuable networking opportunities."
★★★★★
"The speakers were phenomenal, particularly the session on Medicare coverage updates."
★★★★★
"Extremely educational and a fun experience! Will definitely recommend to my colleagues."
Margaritaville Resort Orlando
Location, Location

Going Back to Margaritaville

Margaritaville Resort Orlando · 8000 Fins Up Circle, Kissimmee, FL 34747

A Caribbean-inspired escape in the heart of Florida. 265 guest rooms with private balconies, lagoon pools, and easy access to Walt Disney World, Universal, and SeaWorld.

  • 🍹 Complimentary welcome cocktail on arrival
  • 💦 Access to Island H2O Live Water Park
  • 💆 St. Somewhere Spa (10% group discount)
  • 🚃 Resort trolley & shuttles to parks
  • 🏨 Discounted group resort fee: $20/night (reg. $48)
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Trusted Partners

2026 Sponsors

These industry leaders helped make 2026 exceptional. Their products and services are changing how research billing compliance gets done.

Momentum Events App
New for 2027

The Momentum Custom App

Your all-access pass to maximize connections, meetings, and opportunities — all from the palm of your hand. Networking, redefined.

✨ AI-Powered Matchmaking
🤝 Unlimited Meetings
🗓️ Custom Agendas
📍 Seamless Navigation
Registration

Pricing That Works for Your Team

Super Early Bird rates end 10/23/2026. Group discounts available for teams of 3+.

Academic & Non-Profit

For university research offices, academic medical centers, and non-profit CROs
Super Early Bird
$1,295
Save $600 · By 10/23/2026
On-Site
$1,895
Register Now

Group rates available — email arianne@momentumevents.com · Cancellation & transfer policy

Continuing Education

CEUs Available

CCB - Compliance Certification Board AAPC

The Compliance Certification Board (CCB)® and AAPC offer credits for this event. SOCRA CCRP recertification credits available via Declaration Form + certificate of attendance. CEU hours awarded based on individual attendance records. Granting of prior approval does not constitute endorsement by the issuing bodies of this event content or the event sponsor.

Questions

Frequently Asked

Why should I attend?

97% of past attendees would recommend this event to a friend or colleague. You'll leave with notes, new contacts, and next steps. Review our pricing packages which are built to make attendance achievable across academic, non-profit, and corporate teams.

Who should attend?

Business executives across clinical research, billing, compliance, trials offices, finance, contracts, coverage analysis, grants management, IRBs, CROs, sponsors, and legal/regulatory teams. See the full list in the "Who Attends" section above.

Can I register a group?

Yes — bring your department, leadership team, or your whole company. Group registration is easy and includes custom discounts. Email arianne@momentumevents.com to secure the best group rate.

Interested in sponsorship?

We've rebuilt our sponsorship experience so you can see exactly what you're getting. Browse the interactive prospectus to mix and match speaking slots, passes, exhibit space, branding, and hospitality — then schedule a call with Frank to finalize.

View Interactive Prospectus Schedule with Frank
Can I speak at this summit?

Yes — we're actively accepting speaker proposals for the 2027 summit. Review available topic tracks and submit your proposal online. Speakers receive complimentary registration, industry recognition, and access to speaker-only networking.

Submit a Speaker Proposal
How do I network at the event?

Structured roundtables, topic lounges, networking receptions, and our new AI-matchmaking mobile app make connecting natural. Bring your curiosity — we'll handle the rest.