Mourant Ozannes' Eighth Annual Cayman Regulatory Seminar, held on 2 February 2018 at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, brought together industry leaders to discuss pressing regulatory challenges and opportunities within the financial services sector. The event was chaired by Hector Robinson QC, a partner at Mourant Ozannes.
Key topics included the role of businesses in combating financial crime, with Jennifer Haslett from HM Revenue & Customs highlighting corporate offences under the UK Criminal Finances Act 2017. Mourant Ozannes partners Simon Dickson and Nicholas Fox, along with counsel Andrew Peedom, provided guidance on responding to tax information exchange requests. Justine Plenkiewicz from the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority elaborated on the FATF's Risk-Based Approach, detailing the legal framework and regulatory expectations.
The seminar concluded with a session on blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and fintech, presented by Don Andrews of Reed Smith LLP and Jude Scott, CEO of Cayman Finance. The event concluded with a networking drinks reception, offering attendees the opportunity to connect and discuss the day's insights.
Speakers(12)
Andrew Peedom
Counsel at Mourant Ozannes
Andrew Peedom is Counsel at Mourant Ozannes, specializing in advising on tax information exchange requests.
Don Andrews
Partner at Reed Smith LLP
Don Andrews is a Partner at Reed Smith LLP in New York, examining the risks and opportunities associated with blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and fintech.
Hector Robinson
Partner at Mourant Ozannes
Hector Robinson is a Partner at Mourant Ozannes, specializing in litigation and dispute resolution.
Hector Robinson KC
Partner at Mourant Ozannes
Hector Robinson KC is a Partner at Mourant Ozannes, specializing in legal and regulatory challenges facing the financial services industry.
James L. Sanders
Partner at Reed Smith
James L. Sanders is a Partner at Reed Smith, Los Angeles, focusing on securities litigation and regulatory enforcement.
Jennifer Haslett
Member of the Corporate Crime and Criminal Engagement Unit at HM Revenue & Customs
Jennifer Haslett is a member of the Corporate Crime and Criminal Engagement Unit at HM Revenue & Customs, focusing on the role of businesses in tackling financial crime.
Jude Scott
CEO at Cayman Finance
Jude Scott is the CEO of Cayman Finance, providing insights into the risks and opportunities associated with blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and fintech.
Justine Plenkiewicz
Head of the Policy and Development Division at Cayman Islands Monetary Authority
Justine Plenkiewicz is the Head of the Policy and Development Division at the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority, explaining the FATF's Risk Based Approach and CIMA's expectations.
Mark Griffiths
Counsel at Mourant Ozannes
Mark Griffiths is Counsel at Mourant Ozannes, with experience in regulatory matters and financial services.
Nicholas Fox
Partner at Mourant Ozannes
Nicholas Fox is a Partner at Mourant Ozannes, providing guidance on tax information exchange requests.
Paul Bowen QC
Queen's Counsel at Brick Court Chambers
Paul Bowen QC is a Queen's Counsel at Brick Court Chambers, London, with expertise in public law and human rights.
Simon Dickson
Partner at Mourant Ozannes
Simon Dickson is a Partner at Mourant Ozannes, advising on options and steps to take when faced with tax information exchange requests.
Event Details
- Date
- February 2, 2018
- Location
- 🇰🇾 George Town, Cayman Islands
- The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
- Audience
- Financial services professionals, legal experts, regulatory authorities
- Attendees
- Over 150 attendees