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INFiN Executive Director Edward D'Alessio headlined an opening general session at the 2025 LendSuite Conference currently underway in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.? ?? Ed provided his expert perspective to a critical discussion on "Regulatory and Market Trends," sharing insights on the evolving landscape facing financial service providers. In his remarks, Ed highlighted the most pressing regulatory developments, and market shifts that industry stakeholders face and should be monitoring in 2025 – providing essential updates for both lenders and vendors in attendance.? ?? INFiN congratulates LendSuite on a successful conference, gathering financial services professionals and leading experts seeking to stay ahead of industry trends. Raphael Ocampo Shannon Jacobsen Lee Michael Morales ?? To stay up to date on the latest developments in the consumer financial services industry and expert analysis of state and federal policy, become an INFiN member today! LeeAnn Thompson https://infinalliance.org/ #LendSuite2025 #INFiN #FinancialServices #Regulation #MarketTrends?

INFiN strongly supports Chairman Tim Scott's FIRM Act, which will undo the tarnished, legacy left by Operation Choke Point and ensure no regulated business can be targeted and debanked for so-called ‘reputational risk’ based solely on regulators’ ideological opposition to a particular product or service. This bill represents a significant step towards ending the discriminatory practice of debanking and ensuring fair access to financial services for all legal businesses, including our members across the consumer financial services industry. ? The FIRM Act will: ? Prevent the political weaponization of federal banking agencies. ? Protect lawful businesses from discriminatory practices. ? Restore regulatory focus on objective financial and material risks. ? We commend Chairman Scott's leadership in addressing the long-term damage caused by Operation Choke Point and subsequent debanking campaigns and offer our help and support to advance this vital legislation. Link to our full statement - https://bit.ly/3FlllkF ? For the latest on timely news and policy developments, become an INFiN member to receive daily morning news roundups and regular policy updates that keep you up to speed. https://bit.ly/4i292b3 ? #FinancialServices #Banking #Debanking #Regulation

Check out the latest from American Banker on what's next for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) after President-elect Trump returns to office next week. For the latest on timely news and policy developments, including at the CFPB, become an INFiN member to receive daily morning news round-ups and regular policy updates that keep you up to speed.?https://lnkd.in/euyAF6tN

We’re excited to announce the CoinFlip team will be attending INFiN's MoneyTrends 2024 conference from October 28th-30th at the JW Marriott in Tampa, Florida! ?? Team members Sara Myers, Gina Lowdermilk, PhD (ABD), CAMS, Anthony Rota, Zach Levin, Jorge Mora, and John Mejia will be at Booth #108 to answer questions and network with hundreds of other professionals in the consumer financial services industry.???? Plus, don’t miss the workshop session led by Gina Lowdermilk, PhD (ABD), CAMS, Sara Myers, and Jorge Mora on Monday, October 28th at 3:30 PM for a demonstration of CoinFlip Local Bitcoin Cashier, introducing an innovative new way to purchase digital currency. Learn more about MoneyTrends 2024 below! ?? https://lnkd.in/eRtvVhD5?

When it comes to conferences, you have options—but none are tailored to your business like?MoneyTrends. While other high-priced conferences focus on "big banks" and Wall Street, we focus on you—the payday lenders, check cashers, and financial service providers on Main Street who serve underbanked communities every day. If your customers need quick cash, bill payments, or money transfers; if you work face-to-face, hold state licenses, and know your regulators personally—MoneyTrends?is your space. We get what you do, and we're here to help you grow, adapt, and thrive. Join us for three days of targeted education, networking, and real-world solutions designed for businesses like yours. Don't miss out—this is?your?conference! Visit https://lnkd.in/ecM_5mrm to register today! Questions??Please contact LeeAnn Thompson, Director of Member Services at [email protected] or 202-327-9714.

While legislative and regulatory issues that come from Washington, DC get most of the publicity, state legislative and regulatory challenges have become more acute than ever for our industry. Opponents of the industry have seized on opportunities in the states to change enabling laws to eliminate or limit our businesses. In most cases, the best defense to these challenges comes from state licensed companies that can demonstrate their investment in communities and make the case for preservation of credit and other regulated financial products and services. To meet these challenges, INFiN’s support of members has been greater than ever, and we are adding even more tools to assist you in battleground states. Join us for General Session III, on Wednesday, October 30, beginning at 9:00 AM, where experienced professionals who have faced these challenges will discuss the various issues facing the industry, the states in which the most urgent challenges exist, the strategies that have been successful, and the offerings available to INFiN members. This two-part presentation will include a roundtable discussion and a demonstration of how we can put the industry’s best face forward. This session will also highlight the value of state based organizations to leverage valuable resources, and how INFiN can assist operators to establish an effective association to represent your business and aid in the fight. Questions??Please contact LeeAnn Thompson, Director of Member Services at?[email protected]?or 202-327-9714.

In the heart of Florida’s Gulf coast and ranked as one of TIME Magazine’s list of “World’s Greatest Places” for 2023, Tampa is the perfect destination for MoneyTrends 2024. Our not to be missed?program?will be robust, but in your downtime, discover active adventures, exotic wildlife, and authentic culture & cuisine…all within walking distance along the 2.6 mile stretch of the Tampa Riverwalk. Tampa is open for business and ready to welcome you! Register?today to?join us this October 28-30 at the luxurious JW Marriott for the perfect union of insight, education and networking to go along with Tampa highlights include: ?? Tampa Bay has been named a top 25 destination for meetings & conventions in 2023 by CVent,?a meetings, events and hospitality technology provider; ?? The first ever Michelin Guide to Florida features 24 Tampa restaurants; Water Street is the world’s first WELL certified communities, emphasizing health and well being Travel in comfort and style. Tampa International Airport ?, located only 7 miles from the JW Marriott Water Street, has been named the best large in North America for the past two consecutive years. Visit www.infinmoneytrends.org to learn more. Questions??Please contact LeeAnn Thompson, Director of Member Services at [email protected] or 202-327-9714.

As we gather in Tampa next month for the MoneyTrends Conference, the 2024 national and state elections will be upon us. If you want to hear who is likely to be leading our country, and the critical issue of which way the swing voters will swing, don't miss General Session III, featuring Rich Thau, Founder and president of?Engagious, Inc.

James Martinelli, Acting Associate Director, Policy Division,?will address MoneyTrends conference attendees during General Session II on Tuesday, October 29th. James Martinelli serves as the Acting Associate Director for the Policy Division of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). In this position, he oversees FinCEN’s regulatory functions and leads the staff that defines the framework for protecting the U.S. financial system from money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illicit finance activity. The Policy Division is responsible for drafting complex and diverse Bank Secrecy Act rules and clarifying guidance, issuing regulatory rulings, and addressing broader strategic policy issues in the area of anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism. Previously, James served as the Director of FinCEN’s Office of Regulatory Policy, as well as Section Chief for Regulatory Interpretation, where he oversaw FinCEN’s efforts related to?rulemaking and regulatory guidance and interpretation, and provided senior FinCEN and Treasury leadership with policy and regulatory expertise on complex anti-money laundering/countering the financing of terrorism issues.