ACAMS Las Vegas Conference

ACAMS Las Vegas 2022

Attendee information

    Policies and special services
     

    Fees and Payment Policy

    The fee for attending the conference is outlined on the pricing pages. This registration fee includes breakfast, lunch and refreshments, and access to presentation materials (pdf only, where applicable). 

    You will be invoiced for the conference (and where appropriate, workshop) fees within one week of registering online. Payment is due within 30 days of receipt of invoice. If registering within 30 days of the conference, payment is due immediately upon receipt of invoice.

    If registering with an early bird discount rate, or any special rates, payment must be submitted by the discount expiration date.

    If payment has not been received prior to the event, a credit card guarantee will be required at the onsite registration desk to facilitate entry to the conference. 
     

    Public Sector Pricing

    ACAMS is proud to be a community of private and public sector industry professionals. In order to facilitate wider participation in our events, and in keeping with most ACAMS programs, offer special rates for public sector delegates. 

    Representatives of the following types of organization are eligible for these preferential rates: 
     

    • Government and public organization (at federal, regional and local levels) including central banks, state regulators, FIUs, law enforcement and military

    • International bodies e.g. FATF

    • NGOs and Arm’s Length Bodies

    • Publicly funded academic institutions - both academic staff and students

    • Think tanks

    • 3rd Sector, not-for-profit, registered charities
       

    Special Services 

    Please email info@acams.org if you require specific aids or services during the conference.


    Substitution and Cancellation 

    Las Vegas Refund Policy

    ACAMS Las Vegas Conference 2022 passes are non-refundable. Pass holders may request a pass transfer to another person, colleague or client up until September 26, 2022.

     

    Covid-19 Policy:  At the discretion of ACAMS, pass holders will receive a refund of a conference pass if the pass holder is unable to attend the in-person event, at any time, in Las Vegas because the pass holder has been diagnosed with Covid-19 or if government-issued travel restrictions are in place during the event dates. If a pass holder is unable to attend because of the Covid-19 illness, ACAMS reserves the right to request proof of a positive diagnosis. If a pass holder has been potentially exposed to someone who is positive for COVID-19, a pass transfer to a future in-person event can be made.


     
    Government-issued travel restrictions include: 

    • The country/state that you live in closes its borders to travel
    • The country/state you live in issues advice not to travel to Las Vegas, Nevada
    • The country/state you live in has imposed an unavoidable quarantine on return from travel
    • There is an unavoidable quarantine on arrival in Las Vegas, Nevada
    • There is a further lockdown phase in the country/state you live in that prevents you from leaving your home except for essential requirements

     


    Covid-19 refunds are not available for virtual events.

    In the event Las Vegas announces a return to Covid-19 restrictions, ACAMS will abide by local government and CDC guidelines. Due to new limited seating your conference pass may be subject to change to the next in-person event. Seats will be allocated based on time of purchase.

     

    If the state of Nevada governing body imposes a new restriction that prohibits ACAMS from holding an in-person event you will be able to transfer your pass to virtual or the next in-person event. Refunds will not be available.

    In-person attendance

     

    Health and Safety Guidelines

    ACAMS is offering in-person attendance at the Annual AML & Financial Crime Conference 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada in compliance with local government orders permitting such gatherings at this time. As of June 1, 2021, the Aria’s safety protocols, local guidance, and CDC guidelines do not require fully vaccinated guests and conference attendees to wear masks. However, all attendees and staff are still expected to fully comply with applicable safety precautions, such as staying home if exhibiting signs of illness. Masks are available for anyone choosing to wear one and sanitization stations will be available throughout the meeting space.

     

    If hospitalization rates rise, the Clark County Commission could re-instate capacity limits, which could impact the number of attendees permitted at the ACAMS Conference 2022. If this were to occur, you would be notified as to the status of your registration. If state or local capacity restrictions require ACAMS to reduce the number of attendees at the ACAMS Conference 2022, and you are unable to attend the conference in person, you will be provided alternatives, such as the ability to attend virtually or to transfer your pass to the next in-person event. Refunds will not be available.

     

    Venue Safety Plan

    View the Aria Resort and Casino safety plan on their website.


    ACAMS Credits

    ACAMS members can receive up to 21 ACAMS credits for attending this event; 15 credits for the main conference, 3 credits (up to 6) for each pre-conference workshop, or 6 credits for the CAMS Live Preparation Seminar. 

     

    Continuing Education Credits

    ACAMS is seeking accreditation for CLE credits through the Nevada State Board for up to 6 CLE credits. Attorneys will need to self-report CLE credits.


    Certificate of Participation 

    Yes. The Certificate of Participation will be sent to participants’ email address within two weeks after the conference.


    Session Materials 

    Attendees will receive a link to the conference materials website prior to the event. Please note that materials will be available online only (where applicable).


    Dress Code

    Business attire is suitable for all conference sessions and receptions. For the pre-conference training day, business casual is appropriate. Conference Center room temperatures can be on the cooler side, so we recommend dressing with this in mind. 


    Dietary Requirements

    If you have any special dietary requirements, please email info@acams.org specifics, at least 30 days before the start of the event. Our team will do their best to accommodate these requests, however requests received less than 30 days before the conference cannot be guaranteed. 


    Name Badges

    You will be asked to present photo ID before being issued with a conference badge onsite. It is very important to wear your badge during the conference as entrance to all sessions, the exhibition hall, and networking receptions is by badge only. There is a US$50 replacement charge for lost badges, payable at the registration desk. Conference badges are not transferable and must not be shared. 


    Photography/Videography

    Your registration and attendance at this conference constitutes an agreement by the registrant to ACAMS’ use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproduction and audio reproduction. 


    Event venue

    ARIA Resort & Casino 
    3730 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89158


    Hotel

    A block of rooms at the Aria Resort and Casino have been reserved at a special rate for this conference. Rooms will be available at the group rate until September 12, 2022 or until it is sold out. Due to the high demand for rooms, we recommend that you book as early as possible.

    ARIA Resort & Casino 
    3730 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89158

    The Aria Resort & Casino Guest Room Cancellation can be found on their website.

    Booking details will be sent in your registration confirmation email.

    Virtual attendance


    Certificate of Participation 

    If you are joining us during the live 3-day event, you will receive your certificate of participation two weeks after the live broadcast ends on October 13, 2022. If you are not able to join us live, or able to log in to watch the playback videos after the live 3-day conference broadcast has ended, you will receive your certificate of participation after the 90-day playback period.


    Session Materials 

    Attendees will receive a link to the conference materials website prior to the event. Please note that materials will be available online only (where applicable).


    ACAMS Credits 

    ACAMS members qualify for 15 ACAMS credits, which will be applied to your profile within 48-hours after the completion of the live event. 

    Session Evaluations

    CAMS Examination Preparation Seminar

    9:00am-5:00pm

    Workshop A: SAR Case Study: From Suspicion to Conviction

    9:00am-12:00pm

    Workshop B: In It Together: Building Stronger Public-Private Partnerships

    1:00pm-4:00pm

    Keynote Address with Q&A

    9:00am-9:30am

    Regulatory Roundtable: News, Views and AML Previews from Top Financial Regulators

    9:30am-10:30am

    Senior Concerns: Strategies to Detect and Disrupt Elder Financial Exploitation

    11:00am-12:00am

    There Are No Small Sanctions: Managing the Risks at Community Institutions

    11:00am-12:00am

    Next: Using New Technologies to Strengthen AML

    11:00am-12:00am

    Brokering Solutions: Strategies to Strengthen Compliance at Securities Firms

    11:00am-12:00am

    Justice for Victims of Human Trafficking… One Transaction at a Time - Presented by Abrigo

    11:00am-12:00am

    Transforming Financial Crime Compliance for Our New Digital Normal - Presented by LexisNexis® Risk Solutions

    11:00am-12:00am

    Negative News Now: Bigger Risks, New Rules, Better Tools - Presented by TRSS

    11:00am-11:30am

    Connection Corner: Networking for FinTech Professionals

    11:30am-12:00pm

    AML Knowledge Luncheon: Presented by WorkFusion

    12:00pm-1:00pm

    AML Knowledge Luncheon: Presented by Tookitaki

    12:00pm-1:00pm

    20/20 Vision: Analyzing the AML Act of 2020

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Generation Next: FinTech Faces the Future

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Law Enforcement Deep Dive: Will Your Subpoena Miss the Smoking Gun?

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Time to Audit How You Do Audits?

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Schemes, Evasion, and Bad Actors: Strengthening Your Sanctions Screening Program - Presented by Thomson Reuters

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    DeFi for Financial Institutions: Understanding the Opportunities and Risks - Presented by TRM Labs

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Learn How to Launder Money Online - Presented by EverC

    1:00pm-1:30pm

    Connection Corner: Networking for Law Enforcement Professionals

    1:30pm-2:00pm

    Hot Topics: Your Burning AML Questions — Asked and Expertly Answered

    2:30pm-3:30pm

    Special Presentation with Q&A

    3:30pm-4:00pm

    Remarks and Fireside Chat with Q&A

    9:20am-10:00am

    A Changed World: Remembering 9/11 and Preparing for Future Threats

    10:00am-11:00am

    Mastering “Cryptocracy”: Safe Banking Strategies for the Era of Virtual Currencies

    11:30am-12:30pm

    COVID Cases: Lessons Learned from Pandemic-Related Fraud

    11:30am-12:30pm

    Arrested Development? Law Enforcement Veterans on How to Steer Your Career

    11:30am-12:30pm

    Getting into the Weeds on Managing Cannabis Banking Risks

    11:30am-12:30pm

    Modernizing Adverse Media Screening to Enable Continuous KYC at Scale - Presented by Quantifind

    11:30am-12:30pm

    Will This Really Work? Lessons from the Media Industry on Scaling AI for AML - Presented by willis

    11:30am-12:30pm

    Connection Corner Networking for Women in AML

    12:00pm-12:30pm

    AML Knowledge Luncheon: Presented by Quantexa

    12:30pm-1:30pm

    AML Knowledge Luncheon: Presented by TigerGraph

    12:30pm-1:30pm

    Sanctions Solutions: Deploying a Disciplined Approach to Fortify Oversight

    1:30pm-2:30pm

    MSB Focus: Retooling AML for an Age of Disruption

    1:30pm-2:30pm

    Couples Counseling: Solving Legal and Regulatory Issues of Bank/FinTech Partnerships

    1:30pm-2:30pm

    The Faults In Our SARs — and How to Fix Them

    1:30pm-2:30pm

    Everything Bankers Need to Know About Cryptocurrency: The Intersection of Fiat and Crypto - Presented by CipherTrace

    1:30pm-2:30pm

    Connection Corner Networking for Community Banks

    2:00pm-2:30pm

    On Battling Evil: AML and Allies Unite to Fight Human Trafficking

    3:00pm-4:00pm

    Special Presentation: A Good Clean Fight: Inside the Biden Administration’s Battle Against Corruption

    4:00pm-4:30pm

    Special Presentation with Q&A

    9:00am-9:30am

    This Just In: Reviewing Late-Breaking AML and Financial Crime News

    9:30am-10:30am

    Clear Answers on the Corporate Transparency Act’s Beneficial Owner Registry

    11:00am-12:00pm

    Dancing with the SARs: The Choreography of SAR Narrative Writing

    11:00am-12:00pm

    Artificial Intelligence: AML Gets Smart

    11:00am-12:00pm

    Financial Crime Focus: Rethinking Public-Private Partnerships for a Digital Age

    11:00am-12:00pm

    Enhancing Your Organization's Controls to Identify Exposure to Threat Networks - Presented by CRDF

    11:00am-12:00pm

    Modernizing BSA Compliance Programs: Exploring the AML Act and the AML and CFT National Priorities - Presented by Verafin

    11:00am-12:00pm

    How Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Advancements can drive further Efficiency and Prioritize Investigation Efforts for your AML program - Presented by BAE Systems

    11:00am-11:30am

    Crooked from the Start: Cybercriminals and New Account Fraud Schemes

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    What Are the Alternatives? Crafting AML for Alternative Payment Systems

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Sanctions Update: Analyzing Recent Policy Changes to Keep Compliance Current

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    The High-Risk Risk Based Approach: Mitigating AML Challenges of High-Risk Clients

    1:00pm-2:00pm

    Recovering from Covid? How the Pandemic Changed AML & Closing Remarks

    2:30pm-3:25pm, 3:25pm-3:30pm