VALIDATE 2027

TBC, 2027

NORTH AMERICA

Discover and apply validation technologies, regulations & best practices at VALIDATE 2027

About VALIDATE

Technology, Regulation,
Best Practices

VALIDATE is an annual validation experience, powered by Kneat, that gathers validation and quality professionals from around the world to discover and apply validation technologies, regulations, and best practices. Learn from multiple expert-led sessions and connect with peers at VALIDATE’s offsite social experiences.

2026 Sessions

Accelerating Digital Maturity

The ISPE Good Practice Guide: Digital Validation emphasizes that progress toward Pharma 4.0 and beyond depends not only on technology, but also on collaboration, data integrity, and a culture of change towards digital maturity.

VALIDATE 2026 is your launchpad for achieving this transformation. Join industry thought leaders, experts and innovators to discover practical strategies that:

Close the digital maturity gap in validation
Accelerate digital transformation through smarter validation frameworks
Apply AI responsibly and compliantly to drive smarter, data-integrity-first validation practices
Enhance data integrity, traceability, and lifecycle management
Enable operational excellence and compliance in the era of Validation 4.0

Lead the Digital Transformation of Validation

Step into the future of validation at VALIDATE 2026 — where digital innovation meets proven practice, and tomorrow’s leaders shape the path forward.

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Featured Speakers

Learn from leading validation technologists, regulatory specialists, and process experts as they share their insight

Patrick Mullin

Commissioning and Qualification Lead

Sanofi

Donncadh Nagle

Assistant Lecturer, School of Chemical & BioPharmaceutical Sciences

Technological University Dublin

Dave O’Connor

C&Q Digital Transformation Manager

No deviation

Nathan Raschke

Head of Analytical Science & Technology

Alcon

2025 Keynote Speaker:

From Digitization to “Data”fication

Dr. Shawn DuBravac

is an economist, futurist, trendcaster, and NY Times bestselling author, who empowers leaders and their organizations to improve their strategic decision-making by understanding the changing technological and societal landscape and identifying the opportunities that lie ahead.

Who Attends

Tailor-Made for Professionals Like You

VALIDATE is built for validation professionals in highly-regulated industries. You can expect to connect with:

Senior Quality Executives

Validation Engineers, Specialists, and Managers

QA and Validation Technologists

Regulatory Experts

VALIDATE has been a great opportunity to really network and connect with some leading experts and SMEs within the Digital validation field. It's a great opportunity to pick people's minds, understand the space, understand the power of the tool or application, and really understand what we can do with digital tools, as opposed to the paper based old school systems.

I love the experience. I've watched it grow over the last couple years, and it's amazing...the company has done a great job with promoting the system, the VALIDATE conference, and what Kneat can do to help promote greater productivity.

The event is extremely well professionally organized. So it's been amazing to have all these exchanges going on, both between the partners, which I wasn't really expecting. I was thinking that maybe, you know, you're going to keep your sign and not share too much, but it's actually been the opposite. So I was extremely pleased

Unique offsite experience

Step inside Croke Park, Ireland’s most iconic stadium and the proud home of Gaelic games, for an unforgettable VALIDATE offsite evening. This exclusive evening event includes:

A private stadium tour giving you behind-the-scenes access to one of Europe’s greatest sporting arenas
Entry to the GAA Museum, where you’ll explore the rich history and culture of Ireland’s national games
Live hurling demonstrations and the chance to try your hand at this legendary sport
A networking dinner with drinks in the renowned Cusack Stand, surrounded by the atmosphere of Irish sporting heritage
The opportunity to connect with your peers in a setting that embodies culture, community, and the spirit of teamwork that drives our industry forward

Frequently asked questions

Is there a virtual option for the event?

No, VALIDATE is in person only.

Can I buy tickets without knowing who is attending yet?

Yes, you may purchase multiple tickets, and you may change the name up until April 10, 2026.

Do I need to be a Kneat Solutions’ customer to attend?

No, VALIDATE is open to all professionals with an interest in validation, quality, or digital transformation as the industry event on this topic. Whether you’re a current customer or new to Kneat, you’ll gain valuable insights from leading industry experts and Kneat specialists on the latest technologies and best practices shaping digital validation.

Is VALIDATE held every year?

Yes, we are currently alternating between the U.S. and Europe each year. With our rapid growth, we constantly evaluate this schedule based on the needs of the validation community.

Who can attend the Customer-Only Sessions or the Customer Networking Party?

Current customers and Strategic Partners of Kneat Solutions are invited to these exclusive events. There will be plenty of other opportunities at VALIDATE for non-customers and other partners to network with the broader community.

Will you be sharing my information with anyone outside of Kneat?

We do not share information with any other organization or third party.

How can I be added to the agenda as a speaker?

We are no longer accepting speaking submissions for VALIDATE 2026. To receive updates and communications regarding speaking opportunities for VALIDATE 2027, please email [email protected]