16-17 November 2026

2026 Latin American Site Solutions Summit

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Monday November 16, 2026

8:00 am – 5:15 pm

Networking

Registration Open

Welcome! Check in at the SCRS registration desk to receive your name tag, schedule, and other important information for the Summit.

9:30 am – 9:45 am

Plenary

Welcome & Opening

Welcome to the SCRS LATAM Site Solutions Summit! We are excited to have you join us for this event created to empower industry collaboration and research site sustainability. Learn what to expect and how to navigate the event to maximize your experience.

9:45 am – 10:30 am

Plenary

Latin American Site Landscape: Benchmark Your Site

Gain insight into trends and metrics to position sites for success. Current survey data on site finances, staffing, technology and contracts will be discussed by a panel of industry leaders. Use the information shared during this solution-focused discussion to make an impactful change in your organization.

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Plenary

Plenary TBA

Plenary information to come.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Networking

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Refuel with light refreshments while engaging in conversations with fellow attendees. Use this time to strengthen connections, share knowledge, and explore opportunities for future collaborations.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Breakout

Breakout Sessions I

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Breakout

AI in Action: Translating Technology Into Real Site Outcomes

Technology is creating genuine competitive advantages for sites that know how to evaluate and adopt it strategically. AI tools, CTMS platforms, and digital recruitment solutions are reshaping how trials are managed — and LATAM sites have a real opportunity to lead. Look at the technology landscape, including what tools are delivering results, what they actually require to implement, and how sites can make confident, informed adoption decisions that fit their context and resources.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Breakout

Budget & Contract Negotiation Strategies

Sites that understand the true value of their work are better equipped to negotiate contracts that reflect it. Building a strong financial position starts with knowing exactly what it costs to conduct a trial — and being able to articulate that clearly and confidently to sponsors and CROs. This session equips LATAM sites with the tools and strategies to approach budget negotiations with knowledge, advocate for fair compensation, and build financial agreements that support sustainable site operations.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Breakout

Country Roundtable — Brazil

Brazil stands in a category of its own in Latin American clinical research. ANVISA operates as a distinct regulatory authority with its own frameworks and requirements, and the landmark 2024 legislation on research involving human subjects brought unprecedented legal clarity to the conduct of trials in the country — triggering a measurable increase in study activity, particularly in early-phase research. This roundtable explores what is driving Brazil’s momentum, what it means for sites operating there today, and how to maximize the opportunity ahead.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Breakout

Starting Strong: A Roadmap for Sites New to Clinical Research

Entering clinical research is one of the most rewarding decisions a site can make, and the sites that thrive build intentionally from day one. This session brings together experienced LATAM site leaders to share what they wish they had known: the infrastructure priorities, staffing decisions, sponsor relationship strategies, and early-stage milestones that set new research programs up for sustainable success.

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Networking

Clinical Connections Lunch

Savor a delicious meal during this midday break and connect with fellow attendees. Use this time to reflect on the morning’s insights and recharge for the exciting sessions ahead.

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Breakout

Breakout Sessions II

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Breakout

Beyond the Single Site: Growth Pathways Through SMOs and Site Networks

Scaling a research operation opens new doors — more studies, deeper therapeutic expertise, greater sponsor visibility, and stronger regional influence. For LATAM sites exploring growth, two distinct models offer compelling pathways: site management organizations (SMOs) and site networks. This session examines both, drawing on firsthand experience from LATAM leaders who have navigated each model, so sites can make informed decisions about which path aligns with their goals, capacity, and market context.

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Breakout

Country Roundtable — Mexico, Colombia, Peru

Mexico, Colombia, and Peru represent three of Latin America’s most compelling growth markets in clinical research. Mexico and Colombia share large, diverse, and largely treatment-naïve populations with high patient motivation, and both have regulatory bodies — COFEPRIS and INVIMA, respectively — actively modernizing to reduce approval timelines and increase predictability. Peru adds a distinct dimension: a highly diverse patient population, a steadily strengthening regulatory authority in DIGEMID, and growing Phase 2–3 opportunity that is placing the country on sponsor shortlists as a high-value complement to more established markets. Together, these countries represent a reform-driven, population-rich corridor with significant upside for sites positioned to capitalize on it.

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Breakout

Patient Recruitment Strategies In Competitive Markets

Patient recruitment is the heartbeat of every successful clinical trial, and the sites that master it have a lasting competitive advantage. As more sites across Latin America compete for eligible participants, the differentiator is not just outreach volume but strategy: community relationships, referral networks, digital tools, and a deep understanding of what moves patients from awareness to enrollment. This session shares what is working across LATAM markets and equips sites to build a recruitment infrastructure that delivers consistently across studies, therapeutic areas, and sponsor relationships.

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Breakout

Regulatory Landscape: Momentum & Opportunities Across LATAM

Latin America’s regulatory environment is evolving — and for well-prepared sites, that evolution represents opportunity. Significant reforms in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and other countries are reshaping approval timelines, multi-country execution, and the region’s overall competitiveness as a research destination. This session provides a current overview of where the regulatory landscape exists across key markets, what the data shows about real-world timeline improvements, and how sites can use this momentum to their advantage.

3:30 pm – 4:15 pm

Networking

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Take a moment to unwind and mingle with attendees. This break offers the perfect chance to explore shared interests, exchange insights, and expand your professional network.

4:15 pm – 4:45 pm

Plenary

Plenary TBA

Plenary information to come.

4:45 pm – 5:15 pm

Plenary

Plenary TBA

Plenary information to come.

Tuesday November 17, 2026

7:30 am – 1:00 pm

Networking

Registration Desk Open

Visit the registration desk to pick up your personalized name tag and all the essential details you’ll need to make the most of your Summit experience!

8:00 am – 9:00 am

Networking

Coffee & Tea In Exhibit Hall

Step into the Exhibit Hall and connect with top industry vendors showcasing cutting-edge solutions and services. Now’s your chance to learn about the latest advancements and find new ways to optimize your clinical trial operations.

9:00 am – 9:15 am

Plenary

Our Voice, Our Community, Your Success!

Let’s talk solutions! Site sustainability is a cornerstone of running effective clinical trials. This session will focus on providing valuable resources, tools, and insights to help sites build and maintain sustainable operations. From financial stability to workforce development and operational efficiencies, discover innovative approaches that ensure long-term success and empower your site to thrive.

9:15 am – 9:45 am

Plenary

Plenary TBA

Plenary information to come.

9:45 am – 10:30 am

Networking

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Take a moment to unwind and mingle with attendees. This break offers the perfect chance to explore shared interests, exchange insights, and expand your professional network.

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Breakout

Breakout Sessions III

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Breakout

Building Community Trust & Engagement For Trial Enrollment

The strongest recruitment pipelines are built on something that no vendor can sell: genuine community trust. Sites that invest in community relationships — through local health networks, cultural partnerships, faith-based organizations, and consistent community presence — consistently outperform those that rely on advertising alone. Hear how LATAM sites are building and sustaining meaningful community engagement strategies that expand patient awareness, increase enrollment, and create long-term goodwill that serves your site across every study.

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Breakout

Country Roundtable — Argentina, Chile

Argentina and Chile represent two of Latin America’s most established and sponsor-trusted research environments — each with experienced investigator networks, ICH-aligned regulatory frameworks, and strong track records in multi-country trial execution. Together, these two countries represent the leading edge of quality-driven clinical research in Latin America. This roundtable examines how sites in each market can sustain and expand that leadership.

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Breakout

Stronger Together: Supporting Regional Site Collaboration

The most competitive regions in global clinical research are also among the most collaborative — and Latin America has a significant opportunity to build that same regional strength. When sites share best practices, create referral pathways, and advocate collectively, everyone benefits. This session builds a framework for strategic site collaboration: how to establish trust across competing sites, identify what can be shared safely, and create peer networks that generate competitive advantages for the entire region.

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Breakout

What You’re Not Charging For: Missed Costs In Clinical Research Budgets

Sites carry financial burdens that rarely appear in sponsor budgets — currency exchange losses, regulatory resubmission fees, document translation and notarization requirements, import duties on investigational products, and the compounding cost of protocol amendments that trigger entirely new approval processes. These are not edge cases; they are structural features of conducting research in the region. Prepare your site for success with the knowledge of what costs are being absorbed, build it into every budget conversation, and negotiate cost recovery that reflects the true operational reality of running trials in Latin America.

11:30 am – 12:15 pm

Networking

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Refuel with light refreshments while engaging in conversations with fellow attendees. Use this time to strengthen connections, share knowledge, and explore opportunities for future collaborations.

12:15 pm – 12:45 pm

Plenary

Plenary TBA

Plenary information to come.

12:45 pm – 1:00 pm

Plenary

Closing Remarks

In our final session, we’ll celebrate the power of community and the unique contributions each of you has made to this event. Together, we’ll set our sights on how we can continue to collaborate and drive meaningful change in the months to come.

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Registration Open

Welcome & Opening

Latin American Site Landscape: Benchmark Your Site

Plenary TBA

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Breakout Sessions I

AI in Action: Translating Technology Into Real Site Outcomes

Budget & Contract Negotiation Strategies

Country Roundtable — Brazil

Starting Strong: A Roadmap for Sites New to Clinical Research

Clinical Connections Lunch

Breakout Sessions II

Beyond the Single Site: Growth Pathways Through SMOs and Site Networks

Country Roundtable — Mexico, Colombia, Peru

Patient Recruitment Strategies In Competitive Markets

Regulatory Landscape: Momentum & Opportunities Across LATAM

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Plenary TBA

Plenary TBA

Registration Desk Open

Coffee & Tea In Exhibit Hall

Our Voice, Our Community, Your Success!

Plenary TBA

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Breakout Sessions III

Building Community Trust & Engagement For Trial Enrollment

Country Roundtable — Argentina, Chile

Stronger Together: Supporting Regional Site Collaboration

What You’re Not Charging For: Missed Costs In Clinical Research Budgets

Networking Break In Exhibit Hall

Plenary TBA

Closing Remarks

Unifying the Latin American research community for site success