Communication, collaboration and cooperation are key elements of a concerted approach against drug cartels and the international money laundering organizations they collaborate with. This session will examine how to strike back by understanding the scope of the fentanyl threat and by building a strong network of domestic and international partners in government, law enforcement and financial institutions. It also will address of the Trump administration’s designation of the cartels as foreign terrorist organizations.

This session will help you:

• Identify the methods and financial networks used by criminal enterprises to move and legitimize profits from drug trafficking
• Explore intelligence-led approaches for regulated entities to collaborate with law enforcement in disrupting opioid trafficking and its financial networks
• Share best practices for implementing effective AML measures that target opioid-related activities, especially by leveraging programs like 314(a) and 314(b)

Presenters:
Michael J. Brito, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Brendan Shelley, Supervisory Special Agent / Unit Chief, HSI Narcotics and Contraband Smuggling Unit, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)