Professionals

10-01 to 11-19-2024 1:30 PM EST. 8 Live Sessions. 60 minutes Each. Every Tuesday. Many financial institutions have already entered the cannabis banking business or are seriously considering it where law and regulation permit. Others need to decide whether they...

10-10-2024 11:00 AM EST.  Strong market recognition and local knowledge are no longer sufficient in today's banking world. Customers now demand a full range of products and services, a trend that will only increase with the CFPB's 'open banking' rule....

10-17-2024 1:00 PM EST. There are unprecedented cyber risks and challenges facing financial institutions. Every day we hear about another data breach. Community banks and credit unions are almost waiting in line for their turn. Federal regulations prescribe bank protocols...

10-21 to 10-25-2024 12:00 PM EST or 12-02 to 12-06-2024 12:00 PM EST. 5 Live Sessions. Each 60 Minutes. The ever-evolving landscape of financial regulations has intensified scrutiny and rigorous enforcement of anti-money laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)...

10-24-2024 1:00 PM EST. It is inevitable that artificial intelligence (AI), especially generative AI (GenAI) such as ChatGPT, will play an increasingly important role in financial institutions. As a result of well-publicized errors documented in the early days of GenAI,...

10-28-24 to 11-07-24 or 12-02-24 to 12-12-24. 8 Live Sessions each 180 Minutes. 1:30 PM EST. Our instructor-led CAPM® course gets you ready for the CAPM exam and teaches you the skills you need to lead any project effectively or...

10-30 to 11-1-2024 12:00 PM EST. 3 Live Sessions. Each 60 Minutes. Underwriting standards and practices for commercial loans are constantly changing, so it is imperative to keep up with the latest developments. When making lending decisions, it is particularly...

10-30-2024; 1:00 PM EST. ACH expert Kim Ellis will guide you through the essential steps of conducting a thorough ACH risk assessment, tailored specifically to your institution's needs. She will provide expert insights on identifying potential risks, ensuring compliance with the...

11-13-2024 1:00 PM EST.  Join Bill Repasky, an attorney with almost 40 years of experience as in-house bank counsel and in private practice assisting financial institutions in mitigating their exposure to financial fraud, as he offers step-by-step advice on how...

11-14-2024 2:00 PM EST. Financial crimes combatant Laura Ponder will reveal current strategies you can use to reduce check fraud immediately. You will learn how to protect your customers and mitigate your institution’s liability. What You'll Learn How do organized...

11-18 to 11-22 1:30 PM EST. 5 Live Sessions. Each 60 Minutes. Monday - Friday. Auditing expert Daniel Clark will share the detailed procedures to conduct thorough internal audits. You will learn how to minimize risk for your institution. What...

11-20-2024 12:00 PM EST. Cannabis banking expert Paul Dunford will explain the complexities of managing regulatory changes and meeting compliance standards in the dynamic cannabis industry. Topics Covered Introduction to Cannabis Banking Understanding Cannabis Businesses Assessing Risk in Cannabis Banking...

12-05-2024 1:00 PM EST. Please join Dr. Jim Castagnera as he discusses not only the components of a successful social media risk management program but also the key federal regulatory requirements underlying social media compliance. What You Will Learn The key...

 12-16 to 12-20-2024 2:00 PM EST. 5 Sessions. 60 minutes each. Monday-Friday. Regulatory compliance counsel Michael Christians will explain the compliance requirements applicable to real estate loans. You will learn how to please borrowers while reducing liability for your institution....

12-10-2024 1:00 PM EST Does cannabis banking represent an opportunity for your bank or a risk not worth taking?  To answer this, bankers must weigh the regulatory compliance burden and industry-specific risks against the goals of attracting and retaining low-cost...

12-11-2024 1:00 PM EST Financial institutions are required by federal regulations to conduct background checks on prospective employees in addition to complying with other employment laws. Failure to do so can result in charges of negligent hiring practices and reckless...

01-22-2025 1:00 PM EST A successful BSA/AML compliance program requires periodic audit reviews. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned BSA officer, conducting a self-assessment can be overwhelming. Audits must be comprehensive, well-documented, reach conclusions, and a final report...

01-28-2025 1:00 PM EST. A periodic risk assessment is required by federal regulations. Its purpose is to identify, evaluate, and document the institution's risks and ensure it can operate safely while protecting its stakeholders. A risk assessment can take several...

02-11 to 02-20-2025 1:00 PM EST As a compliance officer, it is your responsibility to ensure your institution complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Your bank's personnel rely on your knowledge, and your bank's policies...

02-04 to 02-06-2024 1:00 PM EST. Financial institutions are required by federal and state law to protect the privacy and security of their customer's personal information. As a number of departments throughout a bank routinely collect and retain customer information...