Financial Crime USA 2026 is a premier conference dedicated to exploring the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, and financial crime prevention. Organized by the Center for Financial Professionals (CeFPro), this event brings together industry leaders, regulatory experts, and technology innovators to discuss and address the evolving challenges in combating financial crime.
The conference covers a wide array of critical topics, including the latest advancements in anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in financial crime detection, and strategies for effective sanctions compliance. Attendees will gain insights into emerging technologies and their applications in preventing fraud and other financial crimes.
In addition to informative sessions, the event offers ample networking opportunities, including breakfast and lunch breaks, as well as a networking cocktail reception. Participants can engage with peers, share experiences, and build professional relationships. Notable speakers from leading financial institutions and regulatory bodies will share their expertise, providing valuable perspectives on current trends and best practices in financial crime prevention.
This conference is ideal for professionals involved in compliance, risk management, legal affairs, and technology within the financial sector. Attendees will benefit from in-depth discussions, practical insights, and the opportunity to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of financial crime prevention.
Speakers(28)
Alexandra (Alexa) Colquhoun
Head of Sales at Dow Jones
Ali Moghaddam
Chief Risk Officer & former FBI agent at City National Bank Florida
Andreas Simou
Managing Director at CeFPro
Andrew Jensen
Managing Director, Global Head of Sanctions at TD Bank
Beth Berenbaum
Director, Risk Assessment Officer at ICBC NY Branch
Bharat Sadula
Director AML/ATF and Sanctions Audit at Scotiabank
Brandon Smith
Head of Sanctions and Advisory at Barclays
Brian Borawski
SVP & Director, Payments Risk at Comerica Bank
Chandrakant Maheshwari
FVP, Lead Model Validator at Flagstar Bank
David Caruso
Vice President of Financial Crime Compliance at WorkFusion
David Caruso is the Vice President of Financial Crime Compliance at WorkFusion, specializing in financial crime compliance strategies.
Delena D. Spann
Cyber Fraud Task Force at U.S. Secret Service
Delena D. Spann is a member of the Cyber Fraud Task Force at the U.S. Secret Service.
Elizabeth Kudirka
Acting Supervisory Special Agent at FBI
Gabriel Ngo
Director, Independent Review Office at Bank of Canada
Gabriel Ngo is the Director of the Independent Review Office at the Bank of Canada.
Hunter Kreger
SVP, Asst. Director FCC & OFAC Office at Blue Ridge Bank
Indra Reddy Mallela
VP, Model Risk, Compliance and Fraud at MUFG
James Short
Managing Director | Global Head of GBM AML | Enterprise Head Sanctions & Screening at Scotiabank
James Short serves as Managing Director and Global Head of GBM AML, as well as Enterprise Head of Sanctions & Screening at Scotiabank.
Jason Foye
VP, Illicit Finance and Fraud at FINRA
Jay Krish
Head of AML/FCC Data Governance at State Street
Jay Krish leads AML and Financial Crime Compliance Data Governance at State Street.
Julianne Susman
Executive Director & Counsel Global Financial Crimes Legal at Morgan Stanley
Julianne Susman is the Executive Director and Counsel for Global Financial Crimes Legal at Morgan Stanley.
Ken Wolckenhauer
FVP, Operational Services at Nordea Bank
Max Lerner
Managing Director, Global Head Sanction Compliance and Anti Bribery & Corruption at State Street
Oleg Pobereyko
5 Project Leader at IRS Criminal Investigations
Pamela Clegg
Former SVP, CCO and BSA Officer at United Texas Bank Dallas
Patrick Simonnet
Chief Audit Executive at Bank of China
Patrick Simonnet serves as the Chief Audit Executive at the Bank of China.
Pranjal Dubey
Financial Crimes Compliance at Flagstar Bank NA
Sateesh Kumar Challa
Head of Digital Transformation Office at Société Générale
Sateesh Kumar Challa is the Head of the Digital Transformation Office at Société Générale.
Shankha Sen
Global Head of Financial Crimes Compliance Data and Analytics at BNY
Shankha Sen is the Global Head of Financial Crimes Compliance Data and Analytics at BNY.
Xihua 'Sabrina' Chen
Global Head of AML/ Customer Risk / Data Science Senior Lead at Citi
Xihua 'Sabrina' Chen is the Global Head of AML, Customer Risk, and serves as a Data Science Senior Lead at Citi.
Event Details
- Date
- March 25-26, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- Pricing
- From $1,399
- Audience
- Professionals in compliance, risk management, legal affairs, and technology within the financial sector.