🔹 Membership Update (Effective April 1, 2026)
To support our growth and the expanding value we deliver, the annual membership rate will increase from $99 to $125 USD. Corporate tiers will adjust accordingly. Even with this change, IRISS‑Forum remains the most cost‑effective consortium in the industry, offering exceptional value through shared expertise, visibility, mentoring, and professional development.
🔹 Strengthening Our Topic Group Structure
Based on your feedback, we’re reshaping our Topic Groups for 2026:
- The IDMP Topic Group will become the Data Topic Group, integrating ePI and AM&D to create a single group focused on data governance, interoperability, and structured product information.
- The China Regional Group will be discontinued, with its activities transitioning into the Global Standards & Operations (GSO) Topic Group.
We’ll enhance alignment across all Topic Groups through coordinated planning and shared touchpoints.
🔹 Organisational Updates
- Kelly Hnat has completed her term on the Board of Directors. Our sincere thanks for her many years of leadership.
- Remco Munnik will join the Board.
- Brooke Casselberry will become President of the Executive Committee.
- A new Secretariat role has been created and will be filled by Jeanneke Spruit.
🔹 Expanding Our Content & Member Experience
- We’re professionalizing our podcast series with expert interviews, Topic Group highlights, and global insights.
- Beginning in 2026, Topic Group sessions and cross‑forum events will move to Zoom Webinars, with at least four sessions open to the public each year.
- Our website will be enhanced with a consolidated calendar, easier access to podcasts, and more open webinars.
Thank you to all our members, volunteers, and contributors. Together, we’re shaping the future of regulatory data and global standards.