AML Symposium at the European Parliament

The Anti-Money Laundering Europe (AME) AML Symposium, hosted by MEP Eva Maria POPTCHEVA will be held at the European Parliament on 11 April 2024, from 14:00 to 16:30 CEST. The Symposium will commence with opening remarks from Alexandra JOUR-SCHROEDER, Deputy Director General DG FISMA, setting the tone for a day of profound insights and discussion on the latest AML package and AML developments. We have invited esteemed speakers from the European Commission, Europol and the European Banking Authority alongside AME members and representatives from new obliged entities to offer their invaluable insights on these critical issues. 

This symposium provides a unique opportunity for stakeholders across different sectors to come together, share knowledge, and discuss the future of AML efforts in the European Union. Whether you are a professional in the financial, legal, gaming, sports, fashion industries, or simply interested in anti-money laundering initiatives, your participation will undoubtedly enrich the discussions.

AGENDA

Welcome by Eva Maria POPTCHEVA, Member of the European Parliament, Renew Europe, Spain

Opening remarks by Alexandra JOUR-SCHROEDER Deputy Director General DG FISMA

Opening remarks by Annika AGEMANS, Senior legal adviser, Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union

AML package and novelties explained

• Raluca PRUNA, Head of Unit, Financial Crime, European Commission, DG FISMA
• Dr. Marcus PLEYER, Deputy Director General at the German Federal Ministry of Finance
• Rasmus ANDRESEN, Member of the European Parliament, Greens/EFA, Germany
• Carolin GARDNER, Head of AML/CFT Unit, European Banking Authority
• Borja PASTOR, Head of the Financial Crime Team, Europol

Perspectives on the AML package by AME members and new obliged entities

• Samantha Morgan TEP, member of the STEP Public Policy Committee and UK Technical Committee
• Maarten HAIJER, Secretary General, European Gaming and Betting Association
• Thomas McDAVID, Director, Head of Financial Crime, Sotheby’s
• Alberto COLOMBO, Deputy General Secretary, European Leagues

*Due to limited space, attendance for this event is by invitation only. However, we understand there may be many who are interested in participating. If you would like to join us, please fill out the online submission form expressing your interest. We will review submissions and get back to you to confirm your participation. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to potentially welcoming you to the event.

For more details, kindly send an email to Adrian Blazquez adrian.blazquez@schumanassociates.com.