ACAMS Greater Philadelphia Chapter

?? Kick Off the Party Season with ACAMS Philly! ?? The holiday season is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the ACAMS Philly Fireside Chat and End-of-Year Celebration! Join us for an evening of learning, networking, and festive cheer as we wrap up 2024 in style. Sponsored by Arc-Serv, LLC ??? ?? Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 ?? Location: Valley Forge Casino Resort, King of Prussia, PA ?? 5:30 PM: Registration Opens ?? 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Fireside Chat Join two industry experts for an engaging discussion on Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM): Maleka Ali, Arc-Serv, LLC Meryl Lutsky, Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel, T&M USA, LLC Explore critical insights on navigating today’s interconnected landscape, managing third-party risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. ?? 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Holiday Networking Celebration Celebrate the start of the festive season with: ?? ?? A buffet dinner featuring delicious selections ?? Complimentary drinks to toast the year A chance to connect and network with peers, industry leaders, and fellow ACAMS members Start your holiday celebrations on a high note with the #ACAMSPhilly community. Space is limited – RSVP today to secure your spot! #Networking #Compliance #RiskManagement #TPRM #ACAMS

?? Join ACAMS Philadelphia's End-of-Year Cheer Learning Event and Dinner! ?? As we wrap up another year of compliance excellence, it’s time to don our festive party hats ?? and gather for a ?? fireside chat about #TPRM with Maleka Ali of Arc-Serv, LLC and Meryl Lutsky Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel T&M USA, LLC and end with a night of food ?? ?? and merriment. ?? ?? ?? 3 December 2024?5:30-8:30 PM Valley Forge Hotel & Casino King of Prussia, PA Open to members and non-members. Non-ACAMS Member:??$40 ACAMS Members (Non-Chapter Member): $30 Chapter Member: $20 ?? Space is Limited so RSVP today and bring your best compliance jokes! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gwRx_w-M Here are some compliance-related acronyms to ponder as you prepare for a night of fun: - FCRA: Fun Compliance Revelry Ahead! - AML: All My Laughs while we discuss Anti-Money Laundering! - TPRM: Treats Per Regulatory Mandate—delicious buffet included! - MRA: Merry Regulatory Affairs as we toast to our achievements! #ACAMS #Compliance #NetworkingEvent #EndOfYearCheer #CelebrateSuccess #FunWithCompliance #CheersToSuccess

?? Let’s close out the year with an evening of learning, connection, and festive holiday cheer hosted by the ACAMS Greater Philadelphia Chapter!?? The all-volunteer #ACAMSPhilly board is happy to announce its Fireside Chat and 2024 Holiday Networking Event! ?Sponsored by Arc-Serv, LLC ?? ? ?? Date: December 3, 2024?? ?? Agenda: Registration Opens at 5:30PM Program : 6:00PM – 7:00 PM?? Celebration: 7:00-8:30 ?? Location: Valley Forge Casino Resort 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 19406? ?? Fireside Chat (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM)? A dynamic discussion on #TPRM featuring:??Maleka Ali of Arc-Serv, LLC?and Meryl Lutsky Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel T&M USA, LLC who will address risks in today’s interconnected landscape, how to manage third-party risk to protect organizations and ensure regulatory compliance. Following their chat, it's time to connect with fellow professionals and toast to a successful year at the?? Holiday Networking Event from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM?? ? Who Can Attend???Open to members and non-members. Non-ACAMS Member:??$40 ACAMS Members (Non-Chapter Member): $30 Chapter Member: $20 Not a Chapter member? Join us - https://lnkd.in/exXkrJ-2? ?? Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and celebrate with the #ACAMSPhilly community!? ?? Register for the event here?https://lnkd.in/exXkrJ-2 #ACAMSPhilly #NetworkingEvent #HolidayCelebration #ProfessionalDevelopment #AML #CFT #sanctions #social #learning #voluneering ACAMS Arpita McGrath, CAMS, CSM Kevin Toth, CAMS-FCI, CFE, BPM Michael Jones, MBA, CFE, CAMS, CCI, CFCI, CCCI Mark Wolfrey MBA, CRCM, CAMS-Audit Nicole Tshudy Bloomquist, CAMS Daronn Grosvenor, CAMS Scott Carr, CAMS Zachary Byrne Kathy Wong Julie Hearn-Nicely Nat Bosco CAMS

?? What an Amazing #ACAMSPhilly Annual One Day Symposium! ?? The all volunteer board extends a huge thank you to everyone who joined us last week and made this year’s event a massive success! We were thrilled to see so many of you come out, engage, and share in meaningful discussions about the future of #AML. Special thanks to our incredible sponsors who helped make this day possible. Your support continues to drive our community forward, and we are beyond grateful for your partnership. Moody's Abrigo PwC Silent Eight RKL LLP To our speakers and panelists, your insights and expertise truly made an impact, sparking conversations that will inspire change and innovation in our field. We learned about Romance Scams, #AI, #compliance in #Casinos, law Enforcement views on #cooperation and #SARs #Regulation across US States and more... And of course, to all of our attendees—thank you for your energy, your engaging questions, and your commitment to building a stronger AML community. We couldn’t have done it without you! Looking forward to next year’s event and all the progress we’ll continue to make together. Let’s keep the momentum going! ???? Speaking of momentum - Watch this space for details on our next event covering Third Party Risk Management (TPRM), plus join us as we ring in the year with a special End-of-Year Cheer Networking Event!????????? #ACAMSPhilly #AML #Compliance #ThankYou

?? Last Chance to Register! ?? Don’t miss the #ACAMSPhilly Annual One-Day Symposium happening on 17 October 2024 at the DoubleTree Hilton Cherry Hill, Philadelphia. This is your final opportunity to join us for a day of expert insights, networking, and discussions on the latest trends in financial crime compliance sponsored by Abrigo Moody's RKL LLP PwC Silent Eight ?? Full Agenda Here: https://lnkd.in/eVuXp3_2 ? Register Now Before It's Too Late! ? https://lnkd.in/eFUTAkkw #ACAMSPhilly #ComplianceSymposium #FinancialCrimePrevention #NetworkingEvent #LastChance #AML

?? Just one week away! Don't miss the #ACAMSPhilly Annual One-Day Event on October 17, 2024 at the Doubletree Hilton Cherry Hill Philadelphia. ?? A huge THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors: Abrigo Moody's Silent Eight RKL LLP PwC We're thrilled to have you on board and appreciate your commitment to advancing the fight against financial crime! ?? Join us for a day packed with insights, learning, and networking opportunities. ??? Register now to secure your spot and be part of this exciting day! ?? ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eFUTAkkw #ACAMSPhilly #AML #Compliance #Networking #AntiFinancialCrime #ThanksToOurSponsors #AnnualEvent

?? Only 9 days left until the ACAMS Philly One-Day Event! ?? We're gearing up for a packed day of learning and networking with industry leaders and experts. The agenda is now attached—don't miss out on critical insights into financial crime prevention, compliance trends, and best practices. Here's the full agenda: 8:30-9:30 am Registration & Breakfast 9:30:10:30 Keynote Address: Love Lost at Such a Cost: How Romance Scams are Harming Americans Richard Graham, Director of Industry Practice, Moody’s 10:30-10:45 Break 10:45-12:00: Law Enforcement Perspectives on Organized Crime Patrick Murray, Assistant US Attorney, US Dept. of Justice Michael Donovan, Assistant US Attorney, IRS-Cl John A. Eissler, Trooper Cl Org Crime, PA State Police Geoffrey Gordon, Special Investigator, US Homeland Security Carlo M. Nastasi, Criminal Investigator, IRS-Cl 12:00-1:00 PM: Lunch 1:00-2:00PM: Regulatory Impacts on Your Compliance Program Jim Daly, Managing Director, PWC David Rebuck,?Former Director of the NJ Division of Gaming Enforcement (NJDGE)??????????????????? Gregory Calpakis, BSA/AML Reform Program Manager & Infosec Officer for Bank Supervision Policy, OCC??????????????? Rina Nurina, Senior Risk Specialist/Supervision?Regulation & Credit, FDIC Michelle Owens, CAMS, Acting Special Activities Case Manager?FDIC, FRB- Philadelphia 2:00-2:15PM Break 2:15-3:45PM: Hot Topics in Casino & Sports Betting Eric Weiss, Managing Director,?ic360?? Arpita McGrath, CAMS, CSM McGrath, CCO , Sporttrade??????? Dave Foppert, AML Officer, DraftKings???????? Betty Parker, CCO, Ocean Casino Resort? Angela Ross, CAMLS, RIMS-CRMP , CEO/Co??Founder, AMPF Consulting Group 3:45-4:45PM Knowledge Session: Everything You Wanted to Know About AI (in Compliance) But Were Afraid to Ask. Dr. Michelle Frasher, PhD, CAMS. Michelle Frasher, PhD, Head of Compliance & Regulatory Strategy, Silent Eight 4:45-5:00: Thank You & Closing Remarks Register today to secure your spot and join us for a day of knowledge, connections, and growth. ?? Date: 17 October 2024 ?? Location: Doubletree Hilton Cherry Hill Philadelphia ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eFUTAkkw Let’s make this an event to remember! See you there! ??? #ACAMS #FinancialCrime #Compliance #Networking #ACAMSPhilly #AML #CFT #RegisterNow

?? Calling all Compliance Professionals! ?? At the recent ACAMS Las Vegas session, when asked whether their FCC teams were planning to adopt #GenAI a surprising 40% of attendees shared that they were lucky to have Excel! If you’re one of those who are hesitant or unsure about AI, we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you! Join us at the #ACAMSPhilly Annual One-Day Event for an interactive learning session: "Everything You Wanted to Know About AI in Compliance but Were Afraid to Ask" ?? When: October 17, 2024 ?? Where: Cherry Hill, NJ ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eFUTAkkw This session will empower you with the #knowledge and tools to understand AI, so you don’t have to fear it! Dr. Michelle Frasher, PhD, CAMS will explain the different types of AI, how they work, how data governance impacts models and results, what does FCC #model #riskmanagement have to do with it?, how will the recent regulatory efforts in the US and EU impact the industry?... and more. Bring your questions about how AI can enhance your compliance processes, leaving you feeling more confident in leveraging this #technology to boost #efficiency and #accuracy. Whether you love Excel or are curious about AI, this session is for you! Get ready to engage, learn, and leave empowered. Class is in session! (And best yet, no pop quiz!) #ACAMS #Compliance #ArtificialIntelligence #AIinCompliance #AI #AML #learning #Networking #AML #CFT #data

Yet another exciting panel confirmed for ##ACAMSPhilly Annual One Day Event! 17 October 2024 in Cherry Hill, NJ We'll talk #Regulation with - Jim Daly, pwc David Rebuck, NJ Division of Gaming Enforcement Gregory Calpakis, OCC Rina Nurina, FDIC Michelle Owens, CAMS, FDIC, FRB-Philadelphia Panelists will discuss: ? Best practices and challenges on compliance to #beneficiaryownership and #US #AMLA #requirements, such as #datavalidation, #reporting and vendor management. ? Recent #FinCEN proposed rule for #casinos , #MSB, and #brokerdealers ? The impact of #AI and Financial Crime Compliance ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eFUTAkkw

Wow! #ACAMSPhilly's Annual Event Keynote on #RomanceScams could not be more timely. From yesterday's House Committee Hearing - "Protecting Americans' Savings: Examining the Economics of the Multi-Billion Dollar Romance Confidence Scam Industry."See it here: https://lnkd.in/eCJYQmRS The figures are staggering for a scam typology and cut across many financial services. Join us on 17 October to learn how to recognize these scams in your business - https://lnkd.in/eFUTAkkw ? September 2024, FinCEN received an average of 164 filings per week ? December 2023, FinCEN received 437 reports ? August 2024, FinCEN received over 1,560 reports "...filings are predominantly submitted by #depositoryinstitutions and #cryptocurrency exchanges. More than 600 different depository institutions filed 45% of alert filings. 27 different #MSBs filed 44% of all alert filings (95% percent of MSB filings were submitted from cryptocurrency exchanges). Remaining 11% of filings were submitted by #securities or #futures trading entities, #insurance providers, housing government-sponsored enterprises, #lenders, and check cashers." #AML #fraud