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ACAMS Members
$1,445
Non-Members
$1,645
Government ACAMS Members
$995
Government Non-Members
$1,130
To ensure your organization makes the most of multiple concurrent sessions and valuable networking opportunities, ACAMS is pleased to offer discounts for groups of 3 or more. Please call +1.305.373.0020 for details.
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Conference Program - Wednesday, September 22
8:00AM – 12:30PM
Registration and Exhibit Hall Open
8:00AM – 9:00AM
Networking Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
9:00AM – 10:15AM
Concurrent Sessions
A Practical Guide to Achieving Successful Regulatory Examinations
Maintaining a robust and compliant AML/CTF program with satisfactory documentation backups is the key to successfully going through regulatory scrutiny. However, having additional practices in place will ensure a smoother process. What can be done to establish more open communication between examiners and AML staff? How can you adequately prepare your AML team to provide the key information that regulators are expecting? What is your escalation strategy to address program deficiencies? How will you turn examination results into a plan of action? Learn vital techniques to ensure your organization is ready for examinations--and able to utilize the results to improve your AML/CTF program.
Moderator
John Byrne, CAMS, Executive Vice President, Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
Panel
Debra L. Novak, Chief, Anti-Money Laundering Section, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Daniel Soto, CAMS, Executive Compliance Director and Bank Secrecy Act Officer, Ally Financial
Suzanne Williams, Manager, BSA/AML Risk, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
Analyzing Lessons Learned from Global PEP Management Success Stories
As financial organizations in the U.S. grapple with managing Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), significant emphasis has been placed on mitigating the risks of international PEPs. Despite having no clear definition in place, these same organizations must also develop a policy to address the risks posed by domestic PEPs. What have your counterparts around the world done to tackle this problem? Which organizations have been the most successful, and what can you learn from their experience? This interactive workshop provides proven strategies for identifying and monitoring PEPs—including case studies directly from the trenches.
S. Marshall Martin, Co-General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, City National Bank of Florida
Gonzalo Vila, CAMS, Director of Latin America Operations, Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
David Caruso, Chief Executive Officer, Dominion Advisory Group
Minimizing the Ongoing Risks of International ACH Transactions
Potential pitfalls associated with international ACH transactions and foreign exchange rates are now required knowledge for any AML professional. In addition, new requirements such as the recent FFIEC Retail Payment Systems Handbook and rule updates from The Electronic Payment Association (NACHA) can significantly alter the scope of an organization’s AML program. Does your AML program provide adequate levels of transaction screening? What additional considerations must be factored into your AML controls? Join this discussion group to learn what your program may be missing and what your peers have done to ensure compliance with the latest requirements. Learn what tools to rely on and how to go beyond the basic requirements of the new rules to develop a successful AML program.
Moderator
Timothy White, CAMS, National Risk Specialist, BSA-OFAC, Bankers Toolbox
Mitigating Risks: Optimizing Automated Transaction Monitoring Systems
Automated controls reduce cost and do not depend on a large quantity of human resources to mitigate risks. Most financials institutions have already implemented automated transaction monitoring controls to supplement due diligence practices and ensure regulatory compliance–-but how can you configure your current system to take full advantage of its capabilities? Join this engaging discussion to learn the latest techniques to optimize resources, reduce false positives and fine-tune alerts depending on your industry and specific risk tolerance.
Hue Dang, CAMS, Head of Asia Pacific, Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering
Milena C. Reyes, Vice President, Senior Anti-Money Laundering Manager, Global Anti-Money Laundering and Economic Sanctions, Bank of America
Focus on MSBs: Defining Expectations and Best Practices for Bank and MSB Relationships
The successful operation of a Money Services Business (MSB) depends on its ability to access banking services and resources. And, with the volume of transactions processed and the variety of services performed, MSBs create significant value for their bank partners. To ensure a mutually beneficial relationship, it is critical that clear expectations be established between the two. But how can you ensure that your organization is part of such a relationship? What can be learned from the successes and mistakes of others? Join this dynamic discussion composed of banking and MSB executives and learn what you should expect from these relationships, what procedures have surfaced recently as industry best practices and how you can apply them to the challenges you’re facing within your own organization.
Michael McDonald, CAMS, President, Michael McDonald & Associates
Anthony Luis Rodriguez, CPA, CAMS, Chief Global Compliance Officer, RIA Financial Services
Practical Solutions to Caribbean AML Challenges
The Caribbean region is often feared by financial institutions entering the market; understanding the local laws, regulations and even the culture is often a challenge. This session will discuss the latest efforts by the local regulatory bodies to remove those notions and create robust AML/CTF practices throughout all Caribbean jurisdictions. Learn best practices for conducting business in this region, and take away a practical guide for the appropriate due diligence and monitoring controls required to stay compliant and protect your organization.
Nancy J. Saur, Regional Head of Compliance and Risk Management (Caribbean), ATC Group N.V.
10:15AM – 10:55AM
Networking and Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
10:55AM - 12:10PM
Plenary Session
Cyber Security and Financial Crime: Is your Organization Protected?
Cyber crime is a constant and evolving threat to the global economy. Often gone undetected and ignored, these crimes have progressed at a faster rate than the standard security measures, making financial institutions an easy and vulnerable target for illicit activities such as fraud or money laundering. Crimes such as identity theft, unauthorized transactions and intrusion software in financial networks can generate significant regulatory issues, financial losses and risk exposure. This session will detail tools and techniques to help you prevent and detect breaches in your security controls, and demonstrate how to create a program that constantly monitors for suspicious activity in your information systems.
Moderator:
John J. Byrne, CAMS, Executive Vice President, Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
Panel:
Cathy Davis, Vice President, Financial Intelligence Department, Fraud Services, Comerica Bank
Jason L. Nestelroad, Supervisory Special Agent, Cyber Division, FBI
Dr. Ronald Ritchey, Principal, Booz Allen Hamilton
12:10PM - 12:20PM
Closing Remarks
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The ACAMS 9th Annual conference is packed with practical information including newly revamped and highly interactive sessions led by experts from leading global organizations.
Plenary Sessions
Expert keynote speakers and industry leaders representing agencies worldwide will take center stage to bring you up to speed on the latest regulatory updates, share AML/CTF global best practices and address your principal concerns on emerging challenges. The holistic approach of these sessions will target financial and non-financial institutions, as well as government agencies.
Seminars
These solution-driven and highly-informative sessions, led by panels of globally-recognized AML/CTF experts, will emphasize giving you practical takeaways through the detail analysis of industry case studies, and critical updates on global legislations. You will leave the seminars with vital information to ensure your AML/CTF program exceeds regulatory expectations.
Workshops
Hands-on and practical knowledge are the driving force for this year’s workshops. These sessions will focus on bringing you applicable tools and techniques through real life examples and exercises, easily transferable to your staff and department for immediate improvements.
Discussion Groups
These hybrid sessions will combine information sharing and peer collaboration with an interactive and hands-on learning setting. Join these innovative and intensely educational sessions and gain in-depth knowledge and practical solutions for your most pressing AML/CTF challenges.
