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Conference 2026 Recap

San Diego, CA

SOS Conference

The 3rd annual SOS Conference took place in San Diego, CA, at the beautiful Paradise Point Resort & Spa, in San Diego, Ca. Bringing together 482 registered attendees from across the clinical research ecosystem. The event featured over 30 sponsors, 58 expert speakers, and 16 dynamic sessions, making for a packed, engaging, and highly informative two-day experience. Attendees left with actionable insights, valuable connections, and resources to support their careers long after the conference ended.

This two-day conference featured a welcoming opening gathering, followed by a two-day conference with meaningful conversations and authentic connections that were at the heart of the experience, because at SOS, connection is what it’s all about.

At SOS, we believe your network is your net worth. The SOS Conference is where connection becomes momentum, bringing together diverse perspectives from industry front-line professionals and thought leaders alike to foster collaboration, innovation, and progress throughout clinical research.

Voices from SOS

  • Amanda Ericksen | Speaker: Community Engagement & Recruitment Panel

    “I was a speaker on Session 1 at the SOS Conference 2026. I’d like to give my sincere thanks to all the work that went into making this event a success. Everything seemed to run smoothly from start to finish, and I know it took a lot of planning to make it happen.”

  • David Lang |SOS attendee

    “Thank you for making it such and egnaging and well run experiece. I came away with valuable insights, and also met some great people. I know that doesn’t happen by chance; it takes thoughtful planning on your part. “

  • Laura O'Donnell | Sponsor: GSK

    “It was such a privilege for GSK to sponsor an event that brings together some of the most passionate, thoughtful, and determined people working to strengthen the clinical research ecosystem. The conversations were honest, energizing, and a good reminder that while the challenges are real, so is the collective that will solve them.”

  • Sean Cunningham| Sponsor: Takeda

    “Thrilled to have attended SOS 2026 and to connect with so many dedicated, passionate site partners. Their commitment to advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes was inspiring.
    Events like this are a great reminder that progress happens through collaboration, shared purpose, and the incredible work happening every day at the site level. I’m grateful for the thoughtful conversations, new perspectives, and the opportunity to engage with people who care so deeply about making a difference.”

The Right Room Changes Everything

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Real Impact: SOS Sponsors Share Their Experience

  • " Fostered an environment where it felt comfortable to walk up to someone and spark a conversation. "

    Miles Wingfield - SOS Attendee

  • "The vibe and conversations were unmatched. It was an absolute privilege to meet so many dedicated site professionals and introduce you to Sitebase: the modern, free eClinical platform for sites (CTMS, eISF, eSource, eConsent)."

    Sitebase 2026 Sponsor

  • "True to form the SOS Save Our Sites Team delivered in a HUGE way! Thank you for an incredible and informative conference! "

    Monair McGregor, PhD, MPH - Speaker