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Join compliance, risk, and technology leaders for in-depth discussions on regulatory change, fintech risk management, fraud prevention, and operational resilience. From peer-to-peer sessions to expert-led panels, each session delivers actionable insights and practical strategies to strengthen compliance programs and drive innovation in a fast-evolving financial landscape.

VIP Early Registration Opens
  • 4:00 - 6:00 PM
  • Grand Ballroom Foyer

VIP Early Registration Opens

Get a head start on the summit experience with VIP Early Registration. Skip the lines, pick up your materials, and enjoy a smooth check-in process before general registration begins. This exclusive window sets the tone for a premium, stress-free event experience.

General Registration Opens
  • 5:00 - 6:00 PM
  • Grand Ballroom Foyer

General Registration Opens

Kick off your summit experience with a smooth and efficient check-in. General registration gives you access to all conference materials and sets you up for two productive days of learning, networking, and strategic conversations. Arrive early to settle in, explore the venue, and make the most of your time at the Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum.

Opening Evening Reception
  • 6:00 - 8:00 PM
  • Riverview Ballroom

Opening Evening Reception

Ease into the summit with a relaxed evening of light appetizers, drinks, and casual conversation. This welcoming reception offers the perfect atmosphere to connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and sponsors before the main sessions begin. Enjoy refreshments and kick off the event by building meaningful connections in a laid-back setting.

Optional: Pre-Scheduled Vendor Meetings
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • TBD

Optional: Pre-Scheduled Vendor Meetings

Take advantage of curated one-on-one meetings with leading risk, compliance, and fintech solution providers, tailored to your institution’s specific priorities. These scheduled sessions create space for focused conversations on technologies and strategies that support regulatory compliance, fraud prevention, and operational efficiency. Participation is optional but strongly recommended for attendees seeking meaningful vendor connections and practical solutions.

Registration Opens
  • 12:00 - 5:00 PM
  • Grand Ballroom Foyer

Registration Opens

Welcome to the Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum! Pick up your badge, event materials, and get oriented with the venue. It’s the perfect time to meet fellow attendees and prepare for two days of impactful sessions and networking.

Panel Discussion: Staying Ahead of the Curve: Future-Proofing Compliance Amid Constant Change
  • 1:00 - 1:50 PM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Grand Ballroom DEF

Panel Discussion: Staying Ahead of the Curve: Future-Proofing Compliance Amid Constant Change

Discover how fintech leaders are adapting compliance strategies to stay ahead of shifting regulations, emerging risks, and technological disruption. This expert panel will explore frameworks for building agile, future-ready compliance programs that scale with innovation. Learn actionable tactics to enhance regulatory foresight, align internal teams, and drive sustainable compliance in a dynamic financial landscape.

Peer-to-Peer: Building a Scalable Compliance Framework for Rapidly Growing Fintechs
  • 2:00 - 2:50 PM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Riverview Ballroom

Peer-to-Peer: Building a Scalable Compliance Framework for Rapidly Growing Fintechs

Explore how fast-growing fintechs can design scalable compliance frameworks that support innovation without slowing momentum. In this peer-driven discussion, executives will share strategies for aligning risk management with rapid growth, including automation, governance, and cross-border regulation. Gain practical insights to future-proof your compliance infrastructure while maintaining agility and investor confidence.

Peer-to-Peer: Deepfake Fraud & Synthetic Identity Risk – Strategies for Detection and Response
  • 2:00 - 2:50 PM
  • Moderator to Be Announced
  • Spring Room

Peer-to-Peer: Deepfake Fraud & Synthetic Identity Risk – Strategies for Detection and Response

Uncover cutting-edge strategies for detecting and mitigating the rising threats of deepfake fraud and synthetic identity attacks in fintech. This peer-to-peer session will highlight real-world use cases, AI-powered detection tools, and collaborative approaches to combat evolving identity fraud. Learn how top fintech leaders are staying resilient in the face of increasingly sophisticated digital deception.

Take a Break Networking Event in Exhibit Hall
  • 2:50 - 3:30 PM
  • Grand Ballroom Foyer

Take a Break Networking Event in Exhibit Hall

This informal networking break offers attendees a chance to recharge while connecting with peers, solution providers, and industry leaders in a relaxed exhibit hall setting. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and light snacks as you continue conversations sparked during earlier sessions. It’s the perfect opportunity to build new relationships and discover innovative solutions at your own pace.

Panel Discussion: AI Regulation 2026: How CCOs Can Lead in an Algorithmic Era
  • 3:30 - 4:30 PM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Grand Ballroom DEF

Panel Discussion: AI Regulation 2026: How CCOs Can Lead in an Algorithmic Era

As AI reshapes financial services, Chief Compliance Officers must take the lead in navigating emerging regulatory frameworks and ethical AI governance. This forward-looking panel will examine how CCOs can proactively shape policy, ensure algorithmic accountability, and manage AI-related risk. Gain expert insights into building trust, transparency, and compliance in an era defined by intelligent automation.

The VIP Private Networking & Formal Dinner
  • 5:00 - 7:30 PM
  • Riverview Ballroom

The VIP Private Networking & Formal Dinner

This exclusive evening event brings together VIP attendees, speakers, and senior executives for a private cocktail hour followed by a formal seated dinner. Designed for high-impact relationship building, the evening fosters candid conversations in an upscale, intimate setting. It’s a unique opportunity to deepen connections with key industry leaders ahead of the main conference sessions.

Registration Opens
  • 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Grand Ballroom Foyer

Registration Opens

Our team will be on hand to welcome you, answer questions, and ensure you're set for a productive and engaging event. Start networking early and get familiar with the space before sessions begin.

The FRC Award Ceremony
  • 8:45 - 09:00 AM
  • Grand Ballroom DEF

The FRC Award Ceremony

Join us as we honor the winners of the Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum Award, recognizing exceptional achievement in strategy, transformation, and member impact. This on-stage ceremony highlights the credit unions leading the way in growth and innovation, with brief remarks from recipients. Celebrate their success, gain insight into real-world impact, and be inspired to lead what’s next.

Panel Discussion: Creating a Compliance-First Culture: From Boardroom Vision to Frontline Execution
  • 9:00 - 9:50 AM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Grand Ballroom DEF

Panel Discussion: Creating a Compliance-First Culture: From Boardroom Vision to Frontline Execution

Learn how fintech leaders are embedding a compliance-first mindset across all levels of their organization—from executive strategy to day-to-day operations. This panel will explore how to align leadership, training, and technology to foster a culture where compliance drives performance. Discover proven frameworks that empower teams, reduce risk, and strengthen regulatory resilience at every level.

Peer-to-Peer: Operationalizing Compliance: Dashboards, Metrics & KPIs That Matter
  • 10:00 - 10:50 AM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Riverview Ballroom

Peer-to-Peer: Operationalizing Compliance: Dashboards, Metrics & KPIs That Matter

Dive into how leading fintechs are turning compliance from a concept into a measurable, actionable function using data-driven dashboards and KPIs. In this interactive session, peers will share how they track performance, visualize risk, and align compliance goals with business objectives. Walk away with practical examples of metrics that drive accountability and elevate compliance visibility across your organization.

Peer-to-Peer: AML Transaction Monitoring: Building Smarter Alerts with Machine Learning
  • 10:00 - 10:50 AM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Spring Room

Peer-to-Peer: AML Transaction Monitoring: Building Smarter Alerts with Machine Learning

Explore how fintechs are leveraging machine learning to enhance AML transaction monitoring and reduce false positives. This peer-led discussion will highlight strategies for designing intelligent alert systems that adapt to evolving risk patterns and regulatory expectations. Gain insights into deploying AI-driven models that improve detection accuracy while streamlining compliance workflows.

Peer-to-Peer: Enhancing Third-Party Risk Governance with Continuous Monitoring Tools
  • 11:00 - 11:50 AM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Riverview Ballroom

Peer-to-Peer: Enhancing Third-Party Risk Governance with Continuous Monitoring Tools

Discover how fintech leaders are strengthening third-party risk governance through the use of real-time monitoring and automated due diligence tools. This peer-to-peer session will focus on building resilient vendor oversight programs that adapt to regulatory demands and operational complexity. Learn how continuous monitoring can reduce exposure, improve audit readiness, and drive smarter risk decisions.

Peer-to-Peer: Compliance as a Competitive Advantage – Strategies for Fintech Leaders
  • 11:00 - 11:50 AM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Spring Room

Peer-to-Peer: Compliance as a Competitive Advantage – Strategies for Fintech Leaders

Learn how forward-thinking fintechs are turning compliance into a strategic asset that drives trust, growth, and market differentiation. In this peer-to-peer session, executives will share real-world strategies for integrating compliance into product development, partnerships, and brand positioning. Discover how a proactive compliance posture can boost investor confidence and unlock new business opportunities.

Networking Lunch
  • 12:00 - 1:00 PM
  • Atrium Cafe (Hotel Restaurant)

Networking Lunch

Join fellow attendees for a fully catered lunch designed to spark conversation and connection. This shared dining experience combines great food with high-quality networking, offering a relaxed setting to deepen relationships and exchange ideas. It’s where business insights and industry connections come together—one plate at a time.

Panel Discussion: AI Regulation 2026: How CCOs Can Lead in an Algorithmic Era
  • 1:00 - 1:50 PM
  • Speakers to Be Announced
  • Grand Ballroom DEF

Panel Discussion: AI Regulation 2026: How CCOs Can Lead in an Algorithmic Era

As artificial intelligence transforms the financial sector, Chief Compliance Officers must take the helm in shaping responsible AI governance. This panel will explore the 2026 regulatory landscape, outlining how CCOs can lead with transparency, accountability, and strategic foresight. Gain expert guidance on aligning AI innovation with ethical standards, risk management, and emerging global regulations.

Peer-to-Peer: Enterprise Fraud Strategy in Action: Structuring, Scaling & Securing Financial Crime Defense
  • 1:00 - 01:50 PM
  • Speakers to be Announced
  • Riverview Ballroom

Peer-to-Peer: Enterprise Fraud Strategy in Action: Structuring, Scaling & Securing Financial Crime Defense

Examine how fintech leaders are building enterprise-level fraud strategies that scale with growth and adapt to evolving threats. In this peer-to-peer session, participants will share frameworks for structuring effective fraud teams, deploying layered defenses, and leveraging data to stay ahead of criminal tactics. Gain actionable insights to strengthen your organization’s financial crime resilience from the inside out.

Take a Break Networking Event in Exhibit Hall
  • 1:50 - 2:30 PM
  • Grand Ballroom Foyer

Take a Break Networking Event in Exhibit Hall

This informal networking break offers attendees a chance to recharge while connecting with peers, solution providers, and industry leaders in a relaxed exhibit hall setting. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and light snacks as you continue conversations sparked during earlier sessions. It’s the perfect opportunity to build new relationships and discover innovative solutions at your own pace.

Panel Discussion: Enterprise Fraud Strategy in Action: Structuring, Scaling & Securing Financial Crime Defense
  • 2:30 - 3:30 PM
  • Speakers to be Announced
  • Grand Ballroom DEF

Panel Discussion: Enterprise Fraud Strategy in Action: Structuring, Scaling & Securing Financial Crime Defense

Explore how top fintech and financial institutions are structuring enterprise-wide fraud strategies to combat today’s complex threat landscape. This expert panel will reveal how organizations are scaling defenses, integrating cross-functional teams, and leveraging advanced technologies to stay ahead of financial crime. Learn proven tactics for securing your ecosystem, minimizing fraud losses, and aligning with regulatory expectations.