Networking+
The Summit is the premier place for the privacy world to meet up and make valuable new connections. Find your niche and make valuable connections at these events-within-the-event at the IAPP Connection Center or IAPP Engagement Hub. You do not need to pre-register for any meetup or activity or be a current member of the section or affinity groups. All are welcome and encouraged to join.
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Welcome Reception
Tuesday, 22 April, 19:00-20:00
Enjoy food and drinks with friends and colleagues at our opening night reception. It is a great opportunity to network and check out this year’s exhibitors.
IAPP Run and Walk
Wednesday, 23 April, 06:30-07:30
Hit the streets. This guided run and walk is a great excuse to get some fresh air and meet some new people. Meet us in the Marriot Marquis Hotel Lobby before we head out together. To give yourself more time that morning, you can sign the waiver electronically now. Do not forget to arrive 15 minutes early to stretch.
Diversity in Privacy Section coffee chat
Wednesday, 23 April, 08:00-09:30
Help us appreciate the diversity in our professions through the cultivation of understanding, respect and dignity. All are invited to attend this coffee chat to learn and share professional and personal experiences relating to diversity and inclusion.
Newcomers’ Welcome Breakfast
Wednesday, 23 April, 08:00-09:30
Joining us for your first time at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit? Create connections with other first-time attendees and new IAPP members at our Newcomers’ Welcome Breakfast. Start your day well fed and well connected.
Industry meetups
Network with other professionals looking to support colleagues in the privacy field. Choose meetups focused on higher education, energy and utilities, adtech and more.
Wednesday, 23 April
10:15-11:00
- Federal employees
- Financial services privacy professionals
- Higher education
- Privacy internal auditors
12:30-13:30
- Adtech
14:00-14:30
- Biometrics
- Fellow of Information and Privacy and certification volunteer
- Past, present and future KnowledgeNet member
- State, local and municipalities
15:30-16:15
- Aerospace and defense
- AI governance
- Non-lawyers in privacy
17:30-18:30
- LGBTQIA+
Thursday, 24 April
10:15-10:45
- Cybersecurity professionals
- Energy and utilities
- Nonprofit
- Privacy operations and implementation
Women Leading Privacy Section meetup
Wednesday, 23 April, 10:15-11:00
Join fellow women and the allies advocating for their advancement in privacy at the Women Leading Privacy meetup. This meetup is the perfect opportunity to meet women in the privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility professions to enhance your perspectives and recalibrate your approach to inclusion and support of gender equality.
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Latin America lunch
Wednesday, 23 April, 12:30-13:30
The IAPP Latin America group helps to support and advance the knowledge of professionals who work in privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility in Latin American regions. Stop in to enjoy lunch and take a reprieve from all your hard work. Stay for a bite or sit down and tuck in with colleagues to catch up. We have room at the table, and we hope to see you there.
Mentor Mingle
Wednesday, 23 April, 15:30-16:15
Whether you are new to data protection or a seasoned veteran, join Mentor Mingle to gain access to critical insights and real-world experiences. Discover opportunities for collaboration, exposure to different perspectives and learn about new trends while fueling up to start your day. Click here to volunteer to be a mentor.
Privacy Bar Section meetup
Wednesday, 23 April, 15:30-16:15
Calling all attorneys, practitioners, judges, academics and students — expand your network at the Privacy Bar meetup and discuss the latest legal developments and strategies.
Bevs and Bites
Wednesday, 23 April, 17:30-18:30
Recharge before heading out for the evening with a glass of beer or wine or a soft drink, small bites and a chat with an exhibitor or two.
Cyber and Privacy Investigations, Enforcement and Litigation coffee chat
Thursday, 24 April, 08:00-09:00
The IAPP cyber and privacy investigations, enforcement and litigation affinity group brings together a community of privacy, AI governance and technology professionals who address the unique nuances of cyber and data related investigations, enforcement and litigation.
We invite you to join us over coffee to discuss and share best practices, network, and take advantage of professional development and leadership opportunities to help advance this developing field.
Roundtable conversations breakfast
Thursday, 24 April, 08:00-10:00
Select a topic, grab some breakfast and take a seat at the table. Connect with fellow attendees over small, interactive and lively discussions. Seats are not guaranteed and first come, first served. Interested in volunteering? Submit a topic to become a discussion leader here.
Privacy Engineering Section meetup
Thursday, 24 April, 10:15-10:45
Privacy and personal data protection concepts would only be theoretical without a strong network of privacy engineers building them into systems from the ground up. Meet your fellow unsung heroes of the digital age at the Privacy Engineering Section meetup to connect, share experiences and discover new solutions.
Women Leading Privacy Section lunch
Thursday, 24 April, 12:00-13:30
Join fellow women and the allies advocating for their advancement at the women leading privacy lunch. Take a moment to slow down, enjoy lunch and share experiences and insights with women leading the charge in data protection, artificial intelligence governance and cybersecurity. As this is one of our most popular events, please note that seats are first come, first served.
IAPP Central
Tuesday, 22 April, 16:30-20:00
Wednesday, 23 April, 08:00-18:30
Thursday, 24 April, 08:00-14:30
IAPP Central is your privacy hub, where you will find up-to-the-minute resources and tools to help you and your organization meet challenges head on. Just tell us what you need — we are here to help.
IAPP Engagement Hub
Tuesday, 22 April, 16:30-20:00
Wednesday, 23 April, 08:00-18:30
Thursday, 24 April, 08:00-14:30
Drop by this networking lounge to meet a representative from the IAPP’s member engagement team, the folks responsible for all the great volunteer and networking opportunities at the IAPP. Chat directly with an engagement rep about making the most of your member experience by deepening your involvement.
IAPP Resource Center
Tuesday, 22 April, 16:30-20:00
Wednesday, 23 April, 08:00-18:30
Thursday, 24 April, 08:00-14:30
The IAPP Resource Center is where you will find our latest textbooks and information on research content.
Volunteer today
Want to be part of and get more from the Summit 2025? Volunteering is a great way to network while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the conference. Please click here to learn more about available opportunities and to apply for a volunteer role.
Note: Volunteers do not receive complimentary conference passes, but they do receive gratitude and respect. Please ensure you are registered for the conference before you apply.