08. May 2025

7th Global Anti-Financial Crime Conference

Mélia Frankfurt City, Senckenberganlage 13, Frankfurt am Main

„7th Global Anti-Financial Crime Conference“ explores how the financial industry must adapt to evolving regulatory frameworksgeopolitical tensions, and technological advancements. In light of the new EU AML Package, experts from financepolitics, and academia will discuss its implications for financial institutionsFIUs, and the broader financial ecosystem.

Key topics include:

  • the strategic role of FIUs in supporting AMLA’s success
  • the growing significance of financial sanctions
  • the potential of innovative technologies to combat financial crime more effectively.

This interdisciplinary platform offers valuable insightspractical strategies, and fresh perspectives to help organizations navigate the complex challenges of financial crime prevention while ensuring resilience and future readiness.

Why should you take part?

  • Stay ahead of financial crime trends with insights from top experts in Anti-Financial Crime (AFC).
  • Network with key players from banks, regulators, and tech providers to drive innovation in compliance.
  • Gain practical strategies to enhance risk management and regulatory adherence in your organization.
  • Explore cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of financial crime prevention.
Agenda
Welcoming AFC Conference

Dr. Edeltraud Leibrock, Senior Partner, Roland Berger, Munich

Opening AFC Conference

Bernd Michael Lindner, Partner Anti Financial Crime Compliance, BearingPoint, Munich

 

Introductions

Daniel Thelesklaf, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Cologne

Thorsten Höche, Managing Director, General Counsel, Association of German Banks, Berlin

Panel Discussion

Maren Adam, Member of the Board, Federal Association of Money Laundering Officer, Berlin

Thorsten Höche, Managing Director, General Counsel, Association of German Banks, Berlin

Daniel Thelesklaf, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Cologne

Johannes Wirtz, Partner, Bird&Bird, Frankfurt am Main

Moderator:

Dr. Detlef Fechtner, Chief Reporter, Börsen-Zeitung

Keynote

Bernd Michael Lindner, Partner Anti Financial Crime Compliance, BearingPoint, Munich

Panel Discussion

Marc Peter Klein, Group Chief Compliance Officer, Deutsche Börse AG, Eschborn

Dr. Robert Müller, Global Head of AFC Framework & Head of AFC Germany, Deutsche Bank AG, Frankfurt am Main

Peter Quante, Chief Compliance Officer, ING, Düsseldorf

Johannes Reindlmeier, Managing Director, Head of Financial Crimes Compliance, State Street Bank International GmbH, Munich

Moderator:

Bernd Michael Lindner, Partner Anti Financial Crime Compliance, BearingPoint, Munich

Panel Discussion

Dr. Denise Bauer-Weiler, Member of the Management Board, UBS Europe SE, Frankfurt am Main

Andreas Glänzel, Managing Director, Frankfurt Main Finance e.V., Frankfurt am Main

Dr. Osman Saçarçelik, Global Head of Global Standards & Advisory AML, Commerzbank AG, Frankfurt am Main

Anne-Christine Wegener, Head of Compliance & AML Germany, Digital Banking, BBVA Germany, Frankfurt am Main

Moderator:

Bernd Michael Lindner, Partner Anti Financial Crime Compliance, BearingPoint, Munich

Keynote

Daniel Thelesklaf, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Cologne

Panel Discussion

Pedro Comin, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Spain

Elzbieta Frankow-Jaskiewicz, President of the Egmont Group and Head of International, FIU, Poland

Hennie Verbeek-Kusters, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), The Netherlands

Enzo Serata, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Italy

 
Moderator:

Daniel Thelesklaf, Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Cologne

Keynote

Oliver Hecker, Director, BearingPoint. Stuttgart

Panel Discussion

Dr. Lars Haffke, Member of the Board, Federal Association for Anti-Money Laundering, Berlin

Lee Hale, Senior Manager Director, Ankura, London

Denitsa Rebaine, EMEA Deputy Head of Sanctions, The Bank of New York Mellon, Brussels

Moderator:

Oliver Hecker, Director, BearingPoint. Stuttgart

Keynote

Zamim Dehghan, Head of Department Financial Crime Office, Deka Bank, Frankfurt am Main

Panel Discussion

Oliver Hainke, Managing Director, Head of Financial Crime Prevention EMEA, UBS Europe SE, Frankfurt am Main

Viktor Kraus, Managing Director, Cluster Lead Compliance Global Financial Crime Prevention Platform, Commerzbank AG, Frankfurt am Main 

Julia Lippoth, Head of Compliance and MLRO, Coinbase Germany GmbH, Berlin

Tilo Walter, CEO, Palturai GmbH, Hofheim am Tanus

Moderator:

Zamim Dehghan, Head of Department Financial Crime Office, Deka Bank, Frankfurt am Main

Closing Remarks

Dr. Nader Maleki, President, International Bankers Forum

The conference starts at 09.30 am and ends at 05.00 pm.

It not only offers exciting lectures and lively discussions but also numerous opportunities for networking during the coffee break and lunch. This is the perfect chance to connect with other participants and build valuable contacts.

All drinks and food are included in your conference ticket.

Speakers
Andreas Glänzel

Andreas Glänzel

Managing Director, Frankfurt Main Finance e.V., Frankfurt am Main

Anne-Christine Wegener

Anne-Christine Wegener

Head of Compliance & AML Germany, Digital Banking, BBVA Germany, Frankfurt am Main

Bernd Michael Lindner

Bernd Michael Lindner

Partner, BearingPoint

Daniel Thelesklaf

Head of the Economic and Financial Crime Unit, Financial Intelligence Unit, Cologne

Denitsa Rebaine

Denitsa Rebaine

EMEA Deputy Head of Sanctions, The Bank of New York Mellon, Brussels

Denise

Dr. Denise Bauer-Weiler

Member of the Management Board, UBS Europe, Frankfurt am Main

Secure your ticket now

Experience the leading AFC experts, decision-makers, and industry representatives to discuss current developments, challenges, and solutions in the fight against financial crime!

Daypass
08. May
450,00 €
360,00 €
incl. 19% VAT

The conference will be held in English.

  • Employees and executives from banks
    • Managers and professionals from financial institutions
    • Staff from regulatory authorities and Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs)
    • Lawyers and experts in financial crime
    • Representatives from politics and academia
    • Technology providers in the field of financial crime prevention
  • Anyone who is involved with the topic of AFC.

The ticket includes:
• Access to all keynotes and panel discussions

  • Access to exklusive Afterwork Event following the conference
    • Unlimited conference beverages (mineral water and apple juice)
    • Welcome coffee with coffee and tea
    • 2 coffee breaks with coffee, tea, fruit variations, as well as savory and sweet treats
    • 3-course menu or buffet chosen by the chef for lunch, including water, apple juice, and coffee/tea

A refund is not possible, but you can transfer your ticket to another person at any time. You can do this independently via your order link or with our assistance. Please contact us in writing at [email protected] or by phone at +49 (0)69 79534820.

Buy 3 or more tickets and receive 15% off — the discount will be applied automatically at checkout.

Would you like to attend the event with more than 10 people? Please contact us in writing or personally for a customized offer.

DIGISUSTAIN is an umbrella format for thematic conferences on current topics in the fields of digitalization, sustainability, finance, society, sports, and health. Throughout the year, one-day conferences on various topics take place at different locations. The next conference will be held on May 7 on the topic of business transformation and on May 8 on the topic of AFC.

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