The Best Fintech Risk & Compliance Conference in 2026

Where Industry Leaders Tackle Regulation, Fraud & Innovation

The Premier Fintech Risk & Compliance Conference in 2026. Register Today!

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A Conference for Fintech Leaders Focused on Compliance, Risk & Regulation

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum is a must-attend conference for senior-level executives who recognize the critical importance of effective risk management and regulatory compliance in today’s fast-evolving fintech landscape.

This highly interactive forum is specifically designed to meet the needs of modern fintech compliance, audit, and risk professionals by offering innovative ways to connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of the industry. From peer-to-peer discussions to expert-led panels, attendees will gain strategic insights and practical tools to strengthen compliance programs and adapt to regulatory change.

Join a powerful community of industry leaders, regulators, and solution providers as they come together to explore timely challenges and develop actionable solutions for the most pressing fintech risk and compliance issues.

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Featured Speakers

Daniel Adams, Chielf Compliance Officer, Robinhood Money

Daniel Adams

Chief Compliance Officer
Robinhood Money

Daniel Galeon Director and Head of Platforms Governance Robinhood

Daniel Galeon

Director and Head of Platforms Governance
Robinhood

Rob Goldenberg, Senior Bank Regulatory Counsel at Cross River Bank

Rob Goldenberg

Senior Bank
Regulatory Counsel
Cross River Bank

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Derek Henderson

Chief Compliance Officer, CRA Officer
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Anna Jacobson

Chief Risk & Compliance Officer Paysend Group

AJ Khan Chief Compliance Officer Bill.com

AJ Khan

Chief Compliance Officer
Bill.com

Josh Lambert is the Chief Compliance Officer at Best Egg

Josh Lambert

Chief Compliance Officer
Best Egg

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Ray Olsen

SVP Director of Enterprise Fraud Management
Wintrust Financial

Paulina M. Peters, CAMS VP, BSA Officer - CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. Chair - ACAMS Chicago Chapter

Paulina M. Peters

VP BSA/AML Officer
CNB Bank & Trust

Aaron Prater is the Chief Operating Officer at Tri City National Bank

Aaron Prater

Chief Operating Officer
Tri City National Bank

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Michelle Prohaska, Chief Banking & Risk Officer for Nymbus

Michelle Prohaska

Chief Banking &
Risk Officer
Nymbus

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Andrea Shaw

Executive Director
Morgan Stanley

Mark Webb Senior Vice President, Senior Director Compliance Advisory at Coastal Community Bank

Mark Webb

SVP, Senior Director
Compliance Advisory
Coastal
Community Bank

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Key Topics on the 2026 Conference Agenda

Strategic Conversations Reshaping Fintech Risk, Compliance & Regulations

AI Regulation and CCO Leadership

Understand how compliance leaders are preparing for new AI laws and ethical algorithm governance.

Embedded Finance Risk Management

Understand how to manage shared risk, oversight, and accountability in embedded partnerships and BaaS models.

Compliance as Market Advantage

See how fintechs and banks are leveraging strong compliance to earn trust and differentiate in competitive markets.

Scaling Enterprise Fraud Strategy

Review how fintechs and banks structure comprehensive, scalable fraud defenses that evolve with business growth.

AML Meets Machine Learning

Explore how AI-powered transaction monitoring improves detection while reducing false positives.

Future-Proofing Compliance Programs

 Explore how fintechs and banks are adapting compliance operations to keep pace with regulatory change and business innovation.

Deepfake & Identity Fraud

Examine emerging tactics to detect and defend against AI-driven impersonation and synthetic identity threats.

Continuous Third-Party Monitoring

Learn how continuous monitoring tools are reshaping vendor risk management and compliance oversight.

Event Registration Information

What's Include with Registration

Admission on May 18 - 20th
Zero Boring Presentations
Opening Reception with Refreshments and Appetizers
Scheduled Networking Events with Refreshments
Keynote Panel Discussions
Peer-to-Peer Executive Roundtables
Admission to the FRC Award Ceremony
Exhibit Hall with Leading Solution Providers
Earn Continuing Education Credits
Access to the Work & Networking Lounge
Lunch Buffet on May 20th
Use of the FRC Event App
Onsite Help Desk & Staff Support
Coffee all day!
...and more!

Practitioner Registration

Non-Sales Risk & Compliance Practitioners
$1295
$ 995
  • No Risk Early Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until March 1, 2026
Early Bird

Solution Provider / Vendor

Organizations Selling to Risk & Compliance Professionals
$1745
$ 1,245
  • No Risk Early Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until March 1, 2026
Early Bird

Government Registation

Employees of Federal, State or Local Governments
$ 745
  • No Risk Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until March 1, 2026

Non-Profit Registration

501(c)(3) organizations or Unemployed Professionals
$ 745
  • No Risk Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until March 1, 2026

Upgrade to the VIP Experience During Registration

Exclusive VIP dinner on May 19th featuring a private cocktail hour and formal seated dinner with fellow senior executives, speakers and sponsors
VIP badge & printed briefing pack which includes a VIP ribbon, a printed agenda, WiFi login instructions and more
Complimentary Conference WiFi
Access to the VIP lounge, a private space stocked with refreshments and snacks throughout the day
Early on-site registration on May 18th
Reserved seating in the front rows for all keynote and general sessions
Pre-event VIP orientation Zoom meeting to answer any event questions

A Risk & Compliance Conference Worth Talking About...

Enrique Ocon, CAFCA
Enrique Ocon, CAFCA
BSA Compliance QA Senior Manager - Choice Bank
Just wrapped up two inspiring days at The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum. The biggest takeaway? It's time to reframe compliance - not as a cost center, but as strategic cost avoidance and a powerful selling point... When we lead with our compliance strength, we're not just checking boxes - we're building trust and driving business growth.
Sarah Grooms
Sarah GroomsChief Administrative Officer, Wintrust Financial Corporation
The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum really differs from the conferences I've attended. I think that the quality…of participants was the shining star for me. The real highlight were the connections that were made. The networking opportunities were great. The moderated conversations were outstanding. I absolutely did not miss the presentations. I think that the vendor partners that sponsored the event were so apropos to the people in the room. I absolutely will be attending next year.
Nancy Degan
Nancy Degan
VP Fintech Compliance Officer, First Republic Bank
I think anyone involved in a financial institution or a fintech business line should attend. There is something for everyone. The cost was very reasonable, so we actually sent a number of our compliance staff as well as our payments and FinTech staff. We were able to take, as a group, a number of actionable items back to our office, and share those and collaborate on what we learned. It was a great mix of people to share ideas.
Cris Mattoon, Esq. CCEP, CAMS - Michigan First Credit Union
Cris Mattoon, Esq. CCEP, CAMS - Michigan First Credit Union
Chief Risk & Compliance Officer - Michigan First Credit Union
One of the things that makes The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum so special is the incredible community it brings together. 🎯 The "symposium-style" format breakouts make the FRC a standout opportunity to dive deep into the most pressing topics in fintech risk and compliance. It's about real conversations, meaningful learning, and enduring connections that last well beyond the event.
Jason Stout
Jason Stout
VP, Director of Fintech - First Pryority Bank
I enjoyed the peer-to-peer and panel discussions far better than sitting and watching a presentation for two or three hours. I think there's more value add when you can hear somebody candidly speak about what they're living or what they're seeing. The highlights for me were… really understanding the mindset of where fintechs were at, where other sponsor banks were at, when it came to different topics like security or compliance. I think from a network perspective I got to meet several vendors. In fact, we're going to work with a few of them.
Jorge Rey
Jorge Rey
Principal, Cybersecurity & Compliance - Kaufman & Rossin
The conference has be great! The discussion has been amazing! There's a lot of real conversations between banks, fintechs and regulators.

Very intimate... Things you don't typically see in a conference!
Adwait Joshi
Adwait Joshi
Founder & CEO - DataSeers
A lot of good people from our industry and all of the conversations and networking is amazing... There's need for a conference focused on risk and compliance.
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Every Minute Designed to Deliver Value – Zero Time Wasted

0 Hours of Boring Presentations

Every session is crafted for strategic engagement. Expect real conversations, candid insights, and actionable takeaways.

8+ Hours of Peer-to-Peer Strategy Sessions

Join unscripted, expert-moderated discussions on key topics like AML, AI, fraud, lending, compliance, and growth. No slides. Just real-world strategies.

4.5+ Hours of Expert-Led Panel Discussions

Learn from senior executives, regulators, and innovators who are solving today’s most pressing fintech risk and compliance challenges.

5+ Hours of Strategic Networking

Connect with compliance leaders, innovators, and decision-makers through curated networking sessions that go beyond surface-level chats.

12+ Hours of Exhibit Hall Access to Discover New Solution Providers

Explore innovative fintech and regtech solutions from top-tier technology providers and solution partners shaping the future of compliance.

3+ Hours of VIP-Only Dialogue & Dining

Participate in high-level private VIP reception and executive dining experience—exclusive to qualified attendees.

Discussing Fintech Risk & Compliance Excellence!

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The 2026 Fintech Risk & Compliance Awards

Now Accepting Nominations

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Awards honor companies advancing how financial institutions manage risk, meet regulatory demands, and build trust. Nominate your organization for one of two prestigious awards:

Winning a Fintech Risk & Compliance Award highlights your company’s leadership in risk management, compliance strategy, and secure innovation. It’s a high-impact platform for visibility, recognition, and executive-level connections. Winners will receive:

Nominations close February 7, 2026.

Connect. Engage. Learn.

Great Executive Networking

Great Executive Networking

Connect with compliance leaders, fintech executives, and solution providers through curated networking events designed to spark meaningful collaboration, deepen industry relationships, and inspire growth-driven regulatory strategies.

Industry Panel Discussions

Industry Panel Discussions

Engage in expert-led panel discussions where industry pioneers share strategic insights and forward-thinking solutions to today’s most urgent challenges in regulation, risk management, cybersecurity, and fintech innovation.

Expert Led Conversations

Expert Led Conversations

Participate in interactive peer-to-peer sessions designed for fintech, risk, and compliance leaders. These unscripted conversations foster bold ideas and practical strategies, delivering solutions for growth and regulatory resilience.

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum Red Carpet

No Boring Presentations. Only Meaningful Conversations

Latest Event News

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum Welcomes Derek Henderson as Panelist on Consumer Trust and Compliance
  • February 2, 2026

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum Welcomes Derek Henderson as Panelist on Consumer Trust and Compliance

We are pleased to welcome Derek Henderson, Chief Compliance Officer and CRA Officer at drbank, as a panelist at the Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum (FRC). Derek brings deep experience in banking compliance and risk management, along with a strong focus on consumer protection and ethical growth.

Aaron Prater to Moderate Data-Driven Compliance Session at the Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum
  • February 2, 2026

Aaron Prater to Moderate Data-Driven Compliance Session at the Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum (FRC) is pleased to welcome Aaron Prater, Chief Operating Officer at Tri City National Bank, as a session moderator for FRC.

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum Announces Paulina Peters as Moderator for AML and Machine Learning Discussion
  • January 26, 2026

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum Announces Paulina Peters as Moderator for AML and Machine Learning Discussion

The Fintech Risk and Compliance Forum (FRC) is pleased to welcome Paulina Peters, CAMS, Vice President and BSA Officer at CNB Bank and Trust, as a moderator for the upcoming program.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

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The Fintech Risk and Compliance Forum

  • Date

    May 18th - 20th, 2026

  • Venue

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago - Oak Brook
    1909 Spring Road
    Oak Brook, IL 60523

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