Learn from industry experts and thought leaders. With sessions focused on AML/CFT and Fraud, Credit Risk + Lending, Portfolio Risk + CECL, and Asset/Liability Management, we have you covered. You may mix and match sessions to create the agenda that fits YOUR needs. More sessions will be added as they are confirmed.
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2025 Sessions
- Hear from panels of your peers who share their insights and experiences
- Interactive sessions with polling and open discussion
- Three days of education and networking
- Connect and collaborate with industry peers
- Earn continuing education credits (types and quantities announced upon approval)
- Enjoy championship golf, resort-style pool, and waterpark at the biggest Marriott in the world
The topics covered are very relevant. I always leave with takeaways that I can immediately put into practice.
Valerie pimenta, EVP/CFO | Pawtucket Credit union
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fraud-prevention
Making SARs Matter: Turning Routine Reports into Investigative Gold
Featuring: Terri Luttrell, Compliance Engagement Director, Abrigo; Ali Muhiuddin, Special Agent, Homeland Security; other panelists TBA
In this session, our experienced panel members will discuss how financial institutions can elevate SARs to attract law enforcement's attention. Through real-world cases, we'll uncover what makes SARs stand out, the red flags that prompt investigations, and how impactful reporting helps dismantle criminal networks. Learn practical strategies to make each SAR count in the fight against financial crime.
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fraud-prevention
Fentanyl on the Frontlines: A Law Enforcement Perspective
Featuring: Ali Muhiuddin, Special Agent, Homeland Security; Terri Luttrell, Compliance Engagement Director, Abrigo
Explore the fentanyl epidemic through the lens of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). This session will provide a law enforcement overview of opioid-related statistics from HSI investigations, uncover how global chemical supply chains are exploited for fentanyl production, and highlight HSI’s global partnerships to disrupt these networks. Financial institutions will learn how they can support law enforcement efforts and identify financial patterns tied to fentanyl trafficking, making them crucial players in combating this crisis.
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fraud-prevention
Cryptocurrency Compliance: Determining Legitimacy in Financial Institutions
Featuring: Erin O'Loughlin, Senior Director of Training, ACFCS
As digital assets continue transforming financial services, ensuring the legitimacy of cryptocurrency activities within financial institutions is paramount. This session will equip you with essential tools and strategies for assessing the authenticity and compliance of cryptocurrency transactions. You will learn to navigate regulatory frameworks, identify red flags, and implement effective due diligence processes for crypto-related activities. By understanding the indicators of both legitimate and illicit use of cryptocurrency, you will leave empowered to make informed decisions that safeguard your institution from financial crime and maintain regulatory compliance.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding regulatory frameworks: Gain insights into the latest regulatory standards and guidelines surrounding cryptocurrency use within financial institutions, including AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements.
- Identifying red flags: Learn to spot common indicators of suspicious cryptocurrency activity, including patterns in transaction volume, types of digital assets, and transfer destinations that may signal potential money laundering or fraud.
- Enhanced due diligence practices: Discover tools and techniques for conducting due diligence specifically tailored to crypto-related transactions, from verifying wallet ownership to tracking transaction histories across blockchain networks.
- Utilizing blockchain analytics tools: Explore the practical application of blockchain analysis tools to trace cryptocurrency flows and assess risks, helping you identify high-risk activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Best practices for internal policies: Receive actionable guidance on establishing internal policies and controls for monitoring cryptocurrency use, integrating crypto compliance into existing risk management frameworks, and training staff to maintain robust oversight.
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AML Risk Assessment Uncovered: Process, Pitfalls, and the Latest Regulatory Changes
Featuring: Elissa Brewer, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo
With an evolving regulatory environment and increasingly sophisticated financial crimes, a robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) risk assessment process has never been more critical. This session offers a deep dive into the AML risk assessment process, breaking down the key steps involved, from identifying risk factors to conducting thorough assessments of customers, transactions, and business operations.
You’ll learn about the common pitfalls organizations face during the risk assessment process, such as data quality issues, risk classification mistakes, and inconsistent risk framework application. You'll also hear practical strategies to address these challenges to ensure a more accurate, efficient risk management approach.
Additionally, we’ll cover the latest regulatory updates and their impact on AML risk assessments to help your program stay compliant with current and upcoming requirements. Whether you're enhancing an existing AML framework or building one from the ground up, this session will equip you with the tools and insights to strengthen your AML risk assessment process, minimize exposure to financial crime, and maintain regulatory compliance.
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Navigating the Horizon: Key Regulatory Updates in Financial Crime Compliance
Featuring: Terri Luttrell, Compliance and Engagement Director, Abrigo; Michelle Lucci, Regulatory Compliance Director, Abrigo
Explore important updates in financial crime compliance, including the AML Program final rule, incorporating the FinCEN priorities, cannabis banking developments, and evolving sanctions risks. Be regulator-ready by gaining insights that will help you navigate challenges associated with these issues and strengthen your institution’s AML Program.
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Optimizing Fraud Strategy: Balancing Detection, Efficiency, and Risk Management
Featuring: Elissa Brewer, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo; Melissa Mantooth, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, organizations must tackle the dual challenge of safeguarding against increasingly sophisticated fraud threats while maintaining operational efficiency. This session will guide you through developing and implementing a comprehensive fraud strategy that seamlessly integrates fraud detection, efficiency, and risk management.
You’ll learn how to design, enhance, and manage a robust fraud program that proactively detects fraudulent activities without compromising system performance. Key topics include optimizing fraud detection techniques, leveraging advanced technologies for real-time monitoring, and balancing the need for stringent fraud controls with the goal of minimizing friction for legitimate customers.
Additionally, we'll cover effective fraud risk management strategies, focusing on how to assess and mitigate risks across different fraud vectors and keep your program adaptable to emerging threats. Whether you want to improve your fraud detection capabilities or streamline program management, this session will provide practical insights for building a resilient and efficient fraud defense strategy
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fraud-prevention
Elder Fraud: Tackling Pig Butchering Scams and Other Emerging Threats
Featuring: Terri Luttrell, Compliance Engagement Director, Abrigo
Elder fraud and financial exploitation are rising threats targeting older adults and adults with disabilities. In addition to the direct impact of elder financial abuse on financial institutions’ clients, it can result in financial losses and damaged reputations for banks and credit unions, This session dives into the most common scams (including pig butchering), highlights key warning signs, and provides actionable tools to help you detect and prevent elder financial abuse in your financial institution and community. Learn how to protect your customers/members, loved ones, and those who rely on you for support, as well as your financial institution.
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Navigating OFAC and BIS Compliance: Scanning Designated Lists for Sanctions Adherence
Featuring: Michelle Lucci, Regulatory Compliance Director, Abrigo
This session provides an in-depth overview of global economic sanctions, focusing on the regulatory frameworks set by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) within the U.S. Department of Commerce. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal requirements for compliance, including how to effectively screen individuals and entities against designated sanctions lists such as the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List and the Entity List.
Key topics covered include:
- Overview of OFAC and BIS sanctions programs and their jurisdictional reach
- Regulatory requirements for screening customers, vendors, and business partners
- Best practices for conducting list-based screenings, both automated and manual
- The impact of non-compliance and how to mitigate risks
- Tools and technologies available for efficient sanctions list screening
- Review of pertinent enforcement actions
By the end of the session, you will have the knowledge and tools to ensure your organization meets U.S. sanctions compliance obligations, safeguards against violations, and maintains effective due diligence practices.
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Mastering Change: A Roadmap for Financial Crimes Success
Featuring: Bailey Barretto, Consultant, Abrigo
Dive into the intricacies of managing change within the fast-evolving fight against financial crimes. In this session, you'll uncover proven strategies for implementing new technologies, navigating regulatory shifts, and overcoming resistance to change. This interactive session will help you:
- Transition smoothly from your current state to a high-performing future state.
- Develop key tools for empowering change
- Understand the adoption analysis framework
Leave equipped with actionable insights and a toolkit designed to boost adoption, utilization, and employee proficiency in effectively combating financial crimes effectively.
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Supercharge Your AML/CFT Program with Smarter CDD and EDD
Featuring: Seth Dingas, Senior Training Consultant. Abrigo; Mallory Wortman, Senior Financial Crimes Investigator, Abrigo
Learn how to strengthen your AML/CFT program by implementing effective customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes. This session will focus on analyzing customer risk and ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations.
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Rolling with It: A Panel on Successful Cannabis Banking
Featuring: Kevin Gulledge, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo; other panelists TBA
Banking cannabis customers can be challenging, with different rules in different states and new regulatory frameworks to interpret. In this session, you will hear a panel of bankers like you discuss what works and what doesn't in the cannabis banking space. Whether you are new to cannabis banking or want to see if you’re ready to bank with cannabis-related businesses, join this session to learn about the intricacies of compliance and risk management and how to capitalize on this evolving market.
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AML/CFT Compliance Redefined: Adapting to FinCEN's New Program Rule
Featuring: Hannakah Rubin, Senior Client Development Specialist, Abrigo
This roundtable discussion session will provide an in-depth analysis of FinCEN’s new program rule, focusing on upcoming changes and risk assessment requirements. Attendees will learn practical steps to update policies, streamline processes, and align their AML/CFT programs with the new regulations while effectively managing associated risks.
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Countdown to Compliance: CFPB 1071 Rule and How to Execute on the Game Plan
Featuring: Paula King, CPA, Senior Consultant, Abrigo
The implementation of Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act marks a significant shift in how financial institutions collect and report data on small business lending. This session will guide bankers through the practical aspects of executing these requirements, focusing on strategies to ensure compliance while minimizing operational and customer disruptions.
Key takeaways include:
- An overview of 1071 Rule updates and nuances.
- Outlining what your application will look like.
- Best practices for executing your core team decisions.
- Leveraging technology and data analytics to streamline compliance efforts.
- Preparing for audits and regulatory reviews.
Join us to explore actionable steps that will help your institution not only comply with Section 1071 but also uncover new opportunities to support small business borrowers effectively.
As a bonus, this session will also provide a brief overview and potential implications of the CFPB 1033 Rule on your institution.
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CECL Qualitative Framework: Driving Precision and Forecasting with Confidence
Featuring: Regan Camp, Vice President, Abrigo
Navigating CECL qualitative factor adjustments is much like forecasting your next golf score: it’s a balance of analyzing historical performance, understanding current conditions, and forecasting variables known to impact outcomes. In this session, we’ll break down the framework for effective qualitative adjustments, focusing on how to leverage historical data and forward-looking variables to build a sound estimate. With a fun and subtle nod to the game of golf, we’ll explore how to approach CECL adjustments with precision, adaptability, and foresight. Whether you’re deeply involved in CECL today or simply looking to refine your approach, this session will provide practical guidance to enhance your institution’s credit loss modeling process.
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Demographic Disruption: Banking in an Aging America
Featuring: Joe Sullivan, CEO, Market Insights
The U.S. is undergoing significant changes that will shape the future of our society, economy, and the banking industry. As Millennials enter their 40s and with older adults predicted to outnumber children by 2034, demographic shifts present both challenges and exciting opportunities for businesses. Financial institutions, in particular, must adapt to serve a customer base that is evolving in size, age, and expectations.
This powerful session explores how bankers must rethink their strategic plan for long-term relevance and success in the face of accelerating demographic shifts. It is time to prepare for how consumers will spend, borrow, and save.
Participants will learn:
• How the inevitable shifts in demographics (i.e. birth rate, mobility, diversity, debt, etc.) will impact demand for financial services.
• Implications for service delivery and how consumer spending/savings trends will shift.
• Key metrics to forecast the long-term viability of existing markets.
• How financial institutions will need to attract talent and adapt their workforces for the future.
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The Zen of Banking
Featuring: Joe Sullivan, CEO, Market Insights
In this motivational session, Joe Sullivan explores how the principles of Zen—balance, simplicity, and adaptability—are becoming crucial in navigating this evolving banking landscape. From the seamless integration of digital technologies to fostering deeper connections with customers, we'll discuss how embracing a more mindful and holistic approach to banking can lead to greater innovation, resilience, and renewed focus on what truly matters.
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Loan Review Product Highlights and Strategy
Featuring: Steve Wert, Vice President, Abrigo; Jim Xander, Account Executive, Abrigo
Stay ahead of the curve with an in-depth look at the latest advancements in Abrigo’s DiCOM Loan Review solution. This breakout session will provide a comprehensive overview of advancements designed to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of the loan review processes. Gain insights into future innovations and learn how to leverage these tools to streamline workflows, mitigate risks, and drive better decision-making.
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Balancing Fair Value, Accretion, and CECL, and their Impact on Financial Statements
Featuring: Mike Green, Manager, Abrigo; Manuel Aya, Manager, Abrigo
This presentation will explore the intricacies of Day 1 fair value measurements for banking transactions, with a focus on loans. We will delve into the interplay between fair value adjustments, ongoing accretion, and CECL (Current Expected Credit Loss) considerations, providing insights into best practices for aligning these components.
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Streamlining the Loan Review Workflow: Loan Review Product Workshop
Featuring: Steve Wert, Vice President, Abrigo; Jim Xander, Account Executive, Abrigo
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to optimize and streamline your loan review workflow to improve efficiency, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance collaboration across teams. As the loan review process becomes increasingly complex, adopting best practices and leveraging the right tools is crucial to maintaining a smooth, effective workflow. This session will provide hands-on strategies and practical solutions to help you design and implement a more efficient, scalable loan review process.
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Mastering Risk Assessment & Scoping: Loan Review Product Workshop
Featuring: Steve Wert, Vice President, Abrigo; Jim Xander, Account Executive, Abrigo
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to effectively assess and scope risk in loan review processes, ensuring that your organization accurately identifies potential risks and vulnerabilities across its loan portfolio. No matter the loan type, understanding how to properly assess and scope risk is critical for maintaining compliance, protecting assets, and mitigating future losses.
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Best Practices for Loan Review Cases
Featuring: Steve Wert, Vice President, Abrigo; Jim Xander, Account Executive, Abrigo
In this breakout session, we’ll dive deep into real-world use cases of loan review processes, offering practical insights and proven best practices that have led to measurable success. Drawing from the experiences of industry leaders and practitioners, this session will showcase effective strategies for managing complex loan portfolios, optimizing workflows, and mitigating risks.
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Sageworks Super User Secrets: Maximizing Your System's Potential
Featuring: Bailey Barretto, Consultant, Abrigo; panelists TBA
Join our dynamic Sageworks Super User Panel, where power users from across the banking world share their strategies, tips, and creative hacks for getting the most out of Sageworks. Discover innovative approaches to:
- Leveraging new enhancements and features for maximum efficiency
- Integrating third-party tools that transform workflows
- Applying workflow logic to solve complex challenges
- Enhancing application design to make visually stunning and functional sales tools for your institution
Whether you're looking for onboarding best practices, practical enhancements, or unique use cases, this panel promises actionable insights and fresh ideas to take back to your team. Don't miss this chance to think bigger with Sageworks.
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Sageworks Lending and Credit Year in Review and Upcoming Roadmap Preview
Featuring: Molly Patel, Director, Product Management, Abrigo; Brad Schaefer, Vice President, Products, Abrigo
Product leaders will review the cornerstone enhancements released in the last year, their impact, and upcoming roadmap priorities. This session is geared toward users of the Sageworks Loan Origination System, which includes both the front end for lenders and the underwriting side for analysts.
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User Group: Loan Operations
Featuring: Manaar Broxton, Consultant, Abrigo; Jill Carter, Senior Consultant, Abrigo
Join an interactive, hands-on session focused on strategies to streamline loan operations at your institution. You'll have the opportunity to engage with your peers, share your own insights, and uncover new approaches for tackling essential loan operations tasks like document collection and tickler management.
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User Group: Credit Analysis
Featuring: Ashton Katusak, Consultant, Abrigo; Dale Lewis, Consultant, Abrigo; Jennifer Jernigan, Director, Client Education, Abrigo
Sharpen your credit analysis skills. We've designed this day to start with essential, foundational concepts — perfect for those new to the solution or those looking for a refresher. After lunch, dive deeper into more advanced topics to expand your expertise and explore additional tools for getting the most ROI from the Sageworks Credit Analysis solution. You can choose the morning session, the afternoon session, or join us for the entire day.
Morning Session- Foundations
Afternoon Session- Advanced
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stress-testing
User Group: Stress Testing
Featuring: Jacob Lowe, Senior Analyst, Abrigo; Rob Newberry, Senior Consultant, Abrigo
Collaborate with industry peers and experts in an interactive session dedicated to enhancing your institution's stress testing capabilities. Whether you're refining assumptions, analyzing results, or aligning with regulatory expectations, this session offers practical insights and tools to optimize your process. Discover innovative strategies, share best practices, and deepen your understanding of effective portfolio management through stress testing. Perfect for professionals at all experience levels looking to maximize the value of their stress testing programs.
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User Group: Sageworks Administrators
Featuring: Bailey Barretto, Consultant, Abrigo; Allison Price, Senior Manager, Client Education, Abrigo; Jonathan MacDurmon, Manager, Client Education, Abrigo
Join other Sageworks System Admins for insightful roundtable discussions facilitated by Abrigo. You'll be able to share your experiences, explore topics related to system administration, and gain fresh perspectives by engaging with peers from other institutions.
Who is a Sageworks System Admin?
- While the role varies by institution, these individuals are typically internal leads for Sageworks-related support, troubleshooting, and training. They have an in-depth knowledge of system settings, capabilities, and connections, and they’re often responsible for configuration, maintenance, and operations of Sageworks solutions.
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User Group: Loan Origination
Featuring: Manaar Broxton, Consultant, Abrigo; Jill Carter, Senior Consultant, Abrigo
Join an interactive, hands-on session focused on strategies to streamline loan origination at your institution. You'll engage with peers, share your own insights, and explore innovative approaches for improving your team's and your borrowers' experiences.
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User Group: BAM+ Back to the Basics
Featuring: Seth Dingas, Senior Training Consultant, Abrigo; Elissa Brewer, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo
In this session, new BAM+ users will join product experts to gain foundational insight into some of the more complex areas of the BAM+ software, such as scenarios, risk rating, and management of alerts, cases, and SARs. Abrigo staff will facilitate round table discussions and share best practices throughout the session. Any BAM+ user who would like a refresher is welcome to join to share their experiences and learn techniques for better leveraging BAM+.
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User Group: BAM+ Next Level Advanced
Featuring: Hannakah Rubin, Senior Client Development Specialist, Abrigo; Kevin Gulledge, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo
More advanced BAM+ users are invited to this collaborative session. Attendees will explore more complex use cases for the BAM+ software, such as Scenario’s user-defined groups, individual thresholds, Scenario Tuner settings, risk rating, maintenance and tuning, and more. Abrigo experts will facilitate roundtable discussions and share best practices throughout the session.
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fraud-prevention
User Group: Abrigo Fraud Detection
Featuring: Seth Dingas, Senior Training Consultant, Abrigo; Melissa Mantooth, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Abrigo
In this session, we will delve into Abrigo Fraud Detection, our latest application, and its current transaction types: check inclearing and check deposit. This roundtable discussion will also explore the software's upcoming wire fraud capabilities. We will share best practices, explore innovative strategies, and provide insights into the future transaction types Abrigo Fraud Detection has to offer.
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User Group: Abrigo Allowance
Featuring: Craig Engle, Director, Product Management, Abrgo; Allen Bach, Senior Manager, Advisory Services, Abrigo; Jared Mills, Manager, Abrigo; Baker Eddraa, Vice President, Abrigo
Join Abrigo Allowance solution users, Abrigo Advisory, and product experts to discuss emerging trends, auditor hot topics, new product enhancements, tips and tricks, and best practices for your Portfolio Risk solutions. This year, we are extending the session time, which will include hands-on demonstrations of best practices and give customers a chance to communicate product feedback.
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User Group: Loan Review Practitioner's Forum: An Interactive Group Discussion
Featuring: Steve Wert, Vice President, Abrigo; Jim Xander, Account Executive, Abrigo
Join us for an interactive session tailored for loan review practitioners. This collaborative discussion will offer a unique platform to exchange best practices, explore emerging trends, and address key challenges shaping the loan review process today.
Come prepared to share, learn, and be inspired by the collective knowledge of your fellow loan review professionals.
User Group: Loan Practitioner’s Forum: Conclusions and Key Takeaways with Loan Review Panel
Featuring: Steve Wert, Vice President, Abrigo; Jim Xander, Account Executive, Abrigo
Building on the morning loan practitioner user group session, this breakout offers a structured opportunity to synthesize key takeaways and translate them into actionable strategies for your loan review process. We'll recap the highlights and focus on applying insights to drive meaningful improvements in your organization.
The session concludes with a panel of peers and industry experts discussing the most pressing challenges in loan review. This diverse group of seasoned professionals will share their expertise, real-world solutions, and perspectives on the evolving landscape.
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User Group: BSA Scenarios - New and Enhanced
Featuring: Mary Gruca, Manager, Abrigo; Marci Dunn, Senior Product Manager, Abrigo
In this session, we will introduce new BSA/AML scenarios and demonstrate enhancements to existing ones within Abrigo's BAM+ platform. Experts will facilitate roundtable discussions and encourage users to identify common challenges and share best practices for using BAM+ to eliminate blind spots in your AML/CFT program.