US Sanctions Webinar Series

Thursday, October 10, 2024
Understanding FinCEN's Final Rule: AML/CFT Compliance for Investment Advisers
On August 28, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule that will impose new anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) requirements on SEC-registered investment advisers and exempt reporting advisers. 
Join us for an insightful webinar on the new regulatory requirements issued by FinCEN. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the specific requirements for AML/CFT compliance programs, as well as key takeaways and issues to keep top of mind as we move into this new enforcement era.

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Navigating U.S. Sanctions for Global Investment Funds and Financial Institutions
Join Crowell’s Financial Services attorneys, including Crowell Partner, Carlton Green, former Chief Counsel at FinCEN, where we’ll explore key U.S. sanctions issues impacting investment funds across all asset classes and global financial institutions. This session will provide essential insights and actionable strategies to help investment professionals and institutions navigate the complex landscape of U.S. sanctions in the global market.
In this webinar, our attorneys will discuss the following topics:

• Types of U.S. sanctions and their impact on investment funds and financial institutions
•  Risks to funds and institutions operating in sanctioned markets and industries
• Compliance strategies for investment funds and financial institutions with global operations
• Practical steps for managing sanctions-related risks
• Extensive assessments of firms’ sanctions compliance systems and controls
• Investor and investment screening to ensure compliance U.S. sanctions regulations