Chris Hilliard, CEO of Winnow, Joins FRC 2026 Speaker Lineup

FRC 2026 speaker announcement for Chris Hilliard, CEO and Founder of Winnow, focusing on regulatory compliance innovation

The Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum (FRC) is pleased to welcome Chris Hilliard, CEO and Founder of Winnow, as a featured speaker at the 2026 event.

Chris will serve as a panelist on “AI Regulation 2026: How CCOs Can Lead in an Algorithmic Era” and as a moderator for “Creating a Compliance-First Culture: From Boardroom Vision to Frontline Execution.” Both sessions address critical priorities for today’s risk and compliance leaders as financial institutions navigate rapid technological change and evolving regulatory expectations.

With more than 20 years of experience in regulatory compliance, Chris brings unmatched depth and leadership to conversations around innovation in risk and regulatory strategy. At Winnow, he leads a team dedicated to transforming how financial institutions manage compliance obligations. The platform delivers dynamic legal intelligence that simplifies access to complex federal and state regulations while enabling users to generate tailored compliance surveys and actionable guidance efficiently.

Chris’s background includes senior roles in compliance, BSA/AML, risk, and legal operations at large financial institutions. He holds certifications including CRCM and CCEP and is a licensed Life, Accident and Health Agent in the state of California. His expertise in building scalable regulatory frameworks and implementing compliance technologies positions him as a trusted voice in the fintech compliance community.

At FRC 2026, Chris will help guide forward-looking discussions on AI governance, regulatory accountability, and embedding compliance into organizational culture from the boardroom to the front lines.

We are proud to feature Chris at the 2026 Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum, taking place May 18 to 20, 2026 in Oak Brook, IL. His leadership continues to shape how the industry defines and delivers efficient, future-ready compliance programs.

Join Chris and other fintech leaders this May in Oak Brook.
Register now: FintechRiskandCompliance.com

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