
Why Attend
- Stay current on issues impacting your work.
- Build a trusted network across 200+ organizations.
- Walk away with actionable insights from real-world case discussions.
For nearly five decades, COGEL has brought together dedicated professionals who believe that strong democracies depend on transparency, accountability, and public trust. The 48th Annual COGEL Conference is your opportunity to connect with colleagues across disciplines and jurisdictions, discover fresh ideas, share practical solutions, and learn from experts tackling today's most important challenges in ethics, elections, campaign finance, lobbying, and open government. Join us in Denver for an engaging and energizing experience filled with learning, collaboration, and the relationships that make the COGEL community so special.


Early bird pricing ends October 31, 2026. Register now to save $100.
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