2025 Mid-Atlantic Compliance Conference
October 15-16, 2025 | Frederick, MD
October 15-16, 2025 | Frederick, MD
The Maryland Bankers Association, Virginia Bankers Association, and the Mid-Atlantic Regulatory Committee have joined together to offer Compliance officers, BSA/AML/OFAC personnel, and other compliance professionals a convenient two-day, in-person intensive program covering ever-evolving topics in the areas of lending and deposit compliance, AML/BSA, and compliance risk management. Attendees will network and learn from industry experts and each other.
Agenda
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Registration & Breakfast
9:30 – 9:35 a.m. Opening Remarks
9:35 – 10:15 a.m. Regulatory Update Joe Pigg | American Bankers Association
10:35 – 11:35 a.m. Third Party Risk Management Olga Voytenko | Russell Investments
11:35 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Compliance Issues Challenging Banks Margaret Dolinger | TCA
2:00 – 2:15 p.m. Networking Break
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. Perspectives from the State - A Fireside Chat MaryBeth Quist | Conference of State Bank Supervisors & Michael Sprouse | Office of Financial Regulation
3:15 – 4:15 p.m. Spotting & Reporting Red Flags to Protect Your Customers | Paul McLaughlin & Jacob Maquis | Department of Homeland Security
4:15 – 5:00 p.m. Open Discussion
Thursday, October 16, 2025
7:30 – 8:15 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 - 8:20 a.m. Welcome/Announcements
8:20 – 9:20 a.m. Fintech & Compliance Rafael DeLeon | nContracts
9:20 – 9:30 a.m. Networking Break
9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Emerging AI Solutions and Best Practices for the Financial Industry
Moderator: Rebecca Escario | CrossCheck Compliance, LLC
Panelists:
11:00 – 11:10 a.m. Networking Break
11:10 – 12:40 p.m. Demystifying Regulation E: A Focus on Error Resolution Jess Lelii | PaymentsFirst
Regulation E protects consumers in electronic funds transfers. The error resolution process is one of the most crucial aspects of Regulation E compliance. This session will explore:
12:40 – 1:30 p.m. Lunch
1:30 – 2:55 p.m. Regulator Panel
Moderators: Kristen Oldham | Farmers & Merchants Bank & Jennifer Cliber Smith | Cliber Compliance
Panelists:
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Registration & Breakfast
9:30 – 9:35 a.m. Opening Remarks
9:35 – 10:15 a.m. Regulatory Update Joe Pigg | American Bankers Association
10:35 – 11:35 a.m. Third Party Risk Management Olga Voytenko | Russell Investments
11:35 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Compliance Issues Challenging Banks Margaret Dolinger | TCA
2:00 – 2:15 p.m. Networking Break
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. Perspectives from the State - A Fireside Chat MaryBeth Quist | Conference of State Bank Supervisors & Michael Sprouse | Office of Financial Regulation
3:15 – 4:15 p.m. Spotting & Reporting Red Flags to Protect Your Customers | Paul McLaughlin & Jacob Maquis | Department of Homeland Security
4:15 – 5:00 p.m. Open Discussion
Thursday, October 16, 2025
7:30 – 8:15 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 - 8:20 a.m. Welcome/Announcements
8:20 – 9:20 a.m. Fintech & Compliance Rafael DeLeon | nContracts
9:20 – 9:30 a.m. Networking Break
9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Emerging AI Solutions and Best Practices for the Financial Industry
Moderator: Rebecca Escario | CrossCheck Compliance, LLC
Panelists:
- Daneen Cady | Fiserve
- Abby Hogan | FairPlay
- Kevin Miyamoto | Identifee
11:00 – 11:10 a.m. Networking Break
11:10 – 12:40 p.m. Demystifying Regulation E: A Focus on Error Resolution Jess Lelii | PaymentsFirst
Regulation E protects consumers in electronic funds transfers. The error resolution process is one of the most crucial aspects of Regulation E compliance. This session will explore:
- Defining an Error: Learn about the definition of errors that occur in electronic fund transfers (EFTs).
- Consumer Rights and Responsibilities: Understand consumer rights and the steps the FI needs to take when an error is reported.
- Dispute Resolution Process: Learn about the steps involved in resolving disputes, including time frames and communication requirements.
- Best Practices: Gain valuable tips and strategies for preventing EFT errors and handling them effectively.
12:40 – 1:30 p.m. Lunch
1:30 – 2:55 p.m. Regulator Panel
Moderators: Kristen Oldham | Farmers & Merchants Bank & Jennifer Cliber Smith | Cliber Compliance
Panelists:
- Rob Courter | Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
- Becky Goodwin | Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
- Tyler Hoke | OCC
- Pamela Lipscomb | FDIC
- Tiffani Stillwell | OCC
Registration
MBA/VBA Member Registration - $495 per person
Non-Member Registration - $650 per person
*MARC members receive a special discount. Contact Ann DeVilbiss to register at the MARC rate.
Non-Member Registration - $650 per person
*MARC members receive a special discount. Contact Ann DeVilbiss to register at the MARC rate.
Hotel Information
Hampton Inn & Suites Frederick-Fort Detrick
1565 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
Room rate: $129/night plus taxes and fees. Booking Link
1565 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
Room rate: $129/night plus taxes and fees. Booking Link
Attend & Earn Credits!
The 2025 Mid-Atlantic Compliance Conference has been approved for the following credits through the American Bankers Association:
- 12.25 CRCM
- 4.25 CERP
- 3 CAFP
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in sponsoring the Mid-Atlantic Compliance Conference? Please see the sponsorship opportunities and contact Ann DeVilbiss, MBA's Head of Events & Membership Experience, for additional information.
2025 MARC Conference Sponsors by Monica McDearmon
If you have questions, please contact MBA's Head of Events & Membership Experience Ann DeVilbiss (443-837-1606) for additional information.
