Dates: May 29 - 31, 2024
Location: Leesburg, Virginia
The Steering Committee welcomes 48 leading lawyers, consultants and compliance experts from global financial institutions and multinationals with integrated financial services in the USA.
Using candid, seminar-style discussions at this annual meeting, the group examines trends and developments in every jurisdiction for meaningful dialogue on the most pressing issues regarding economic sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML).
This elite group, comprised of experts in the field, personally nominates all invitees and develops the Agenda, which forms the basis of our discussions.
ROY D’SA is Executive Vice President, Chief Bank Secrecy Act Officer and Chief Operational Risk Officer at Huntington National Bank. D’sa has over 35 years of experience in financial services with leadership roles in retail banking, enterprise program management, electronic banking, consumer and commercial operations, technology, mergers and acquisitions and risk management.
He has significant BSA/AML and OFAC compliance experience and leads Huntington Bank’s enterprise-wide Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions Program. He is also responsible for leading and managing enterprise-wide Operational Risk for the bank.
He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Computer Science and an MBA in Corporate Finance. He participates in several BSA/AML industry and peer forums and works closely with regulators, law enforcement agencies and public and private sector groups on issues and topics related to BSA/AML and Operation Risk.
Matthew Haslinger is the Chief BSA/AML Officer for M&T Bank. Matthew attended George Mason University’s School of Law where he focused on criminal litigation. After law school, Matthew joined the U.S. Department of Justice’s Money Laundering and Bank Integrity Unit as a Trial Attorney where he was involved in the investigation and prosecution of complex, national and international money laundering and sanctions-related matters. In November 2012, he returned to his hometown of Buffalo, NY to bring his BSA/AML and OFAC experience to M&T Bank. As the Head of the Financial Investigations Unit, Matthew was responsible for day-to-day operations and strategic decision-making as it relates to enterprise-wide transaction monitoring, customer investigations and suspicious activity report filing. In July 2020, Matthew was appointed Chief BSA/AML Officer. Matthew is a licensed attorney in Virginia and New York, holds a FINRA Series 7 license and is ACAMS certified.
Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree from McMaster University in Art History, Criticism and Conservation. A seasoned event and marketing manager, she has executed live engagements globally in the legal, technology, financial, not-for-profit and consumer products industries for many of the world’s leading organizations. Prior to joining Cambridge Forums, Jessica worked in conference management, specializing in executive events for C-Suite executives, Board members and VIP clients. A fluid communicator, Jessica utilizes her leadership skills and passion for creating flawless participant experiences as a Forum Director, focusing on programs in private wealth and antitrust. A food & wine aficionado, Jessica is also accredited with the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award in Wine & Spirits. When she’s out of the office, Jessica enjoys hot yoga, skiing and travel.
Built on meaningful interactions and genuine connections, the Forum is the premiere gathering for preeminent leaders dealing with pressing issues in economic sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML).
"Honored to participate in the Cambridge Forum and tackle some of the most challenging issues with some of the pioneers and thought leaders in the AML/CFT space."
James F. Vivenzio Senior Counsel Perkins Coie LLP Washington"The Forum was one of the best industry events I have attended. It was attended by highly respected industry experts who provided thoughtful conversation and meaningful commentary. I walked away with useful information on relevant topics that I can use in conversations with my clients."
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