Annelise Osborne is Chief Business Officer at Kadena, a POW Layer 1 blockchain technology company, where she is focused on upgrading finance. Annelise has over 20 years of experience in finance, credit, real estate, family office, risk, structuring, governance, and digital assets. She was previously Head of Institutional for Arca Labs, working with companies to drive blockchain innovation through strategic partnerships and advisory services as well as COO of Propellr, a broker dealer in digital assets. Annelise spent 12 years at Moody's Investor Service running teams in structured finance. She is a thought leader, board advisor, university lecturer and author. Her bestselling book, From Hoodies to Suits: Innovating Digital Assets in Traditional Finance, hits shelves in June. Annelise holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a BA in Economics from The College of William and Mary.

Anrike Visser is an independent policy advisor with The Sentry and the founder of Global Ground Consulting. She has 12 years of experience investigating financial crime, money laundering and corruption across Europe, Asia, and Africa. In addition, she advises European governments, EU institutions, international financial institutions and private companies on AML/CFT policies including for digital assets. Previously, she worked for the Dutch government at the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets assessing banks, insurers and investment companies.

Arianna Trozze is the Cryptocurrency Intelligence Scientist at Elliptic, where her work focuses on mixers and obfuscation services. She holds a PhD in Cybersecurity; her doctoral research leveraged data science, machine learning, and legal expertise to examine cryptocurrency crime investigations and prosecutions. With professional and academic experience in financial criminal law and tech policy, her professional background includes roles at the UK Home Office, the United Nations, and a global litigation firm. She has previously spoken at the Europol Global Conference on Criminal Finances and Cryptocurrencies, at the Royal Society, and at several academic and government conferences.

Ayana Murphy is a Managing Director at Ankura based in New York. She has nearly 20 years of experience in regulatory compliance work, with a focus on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance for the past 15 years. Ayana is a subject matter expert in BSA/AML compliance and has spent the bulk of her career at major international and domestic banks providing guidance on compliance with BSA/AML rules and regulations and collaborating with senior stakeholders to enhance AML controls, policies, and procedures. She holds a law degree from NYU and a BA from the University of Chicago.

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EXPERIENCE

Ayana has extensive experience in all facets of an institution-wide financial crime and sanctions compliance program, including BSA/AML and KYC program review, compliance testing, lookback reviews, quality assurance, policy and procedure reviews, risk assessments, and Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) drafting and review.

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More recently, Ayana has performed BSA/AML work in the digital assets and cryptocurrencies space, helping blockchain platforms review and enhance their BSA/AML program compliance.

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Ayana’s professional experience includes:

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Conducting an end-to-end BSA/AML program review utilizing the five pillars of BSA/AML model of compliance, including an evaluation of the Know Your Customer, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting processes, as well as a policy/procedure review.

Leading multiple projects for financial institutions with enforcement actions or regulatory concerns, performing various aspects of anti-money laundering work where she has created and refined materials positioned for federal and state regulators, the board of directors, and internal audit functions, including the presentation of demonstrated testing capabilities and the strengthening of the bank’s control environment.

Performing independent testing of a bank’s sanctions screening systems and advising the bank with respect to the effectiveness of those controls considering the bank’s risk profile as well as developing targeted trainings based on identified areas of risk in the BSA/AML compliance program, as well as industry best practice and new developments in BSA/AML compliance.

Ayana was a compliance senior manager for an international bank, where she built out the independent controls and testing program and managed the day-to-day operations of the compliance testing program. In this role, she managed a team of experienced compliance professionals and oversaw the execution of independent testing of every Business-as-Usual (“BAU”) workstream of the BSA/AML compliance program.

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Ayana also spent four years working as an attorney, predominantly as a lawyer for the city of New York, with the Department of Investigations/Department of Buildings, where she prepared and argued administrative cases on behalf of the Department of Buildings at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings. She worked extensively with New York City’s Department of Investigation in cases involving fraud and other forms of corruption.

Beth Bisbee is currently the Director of Government Customer Growth and Strategy at Chainalysis Government Solutions (CGS). Beth has been designated as an expert witness in cryptocurrency and blockchain analysis in multiple district courts. Prior to that, Beth established the foremost cryptocurrency investigative program within Chainalysis in support of public sector. Before Chainalysis, she was an Intelligence Research Specialist at the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) where she served as a nationally-recognized subject matter expert (SME) on cryptocurrencies, tracing the flow of illicit funds in criminal cases, and identifying transactional behavior occurring on the blockchain. As DEA's lead SME, Beth trained hundreds of agents and analysts at DEA and other law enforcement agencies, assisted in more than 400 investigations involving cryptocurrencies and served as a testifying witness. She has been researching cryptocurrencies and their illicit use, and actively working cases in that area, since 2014.

Beth Haddock is an independent board director and chief legal officer with over 25 years’ experience leading the design and successful implementation of modern governance programs. With a focus on accelerating safe and sustainable growth, Beth fosters a culture of risk ownership, partnership and creative problem-solving re-positioning governance and compliance as powerful business drivers at notable companies including Brown Brothers Harriman, Guggenheim Investments and AXA Advisors. She is an active board member and advisor, sharing her expertise and guidance on cutting-edge topics related to compliance, blockchain, and emerging technology. Beth currently serves as an Independent Board Member and Chair of the Compliance Committee at GMO-Z.com Trust Company, a yen and USD-backed stablecoin, a member of the advisory board for the Stablecoin Standard, a current Co-Chair for Web3, Digital Tech Taskforce Subcommittee for the New York City Bar Association, and an active member of the Regulatory Advisory Committee for the National Society of Compliance Professionals. As a founder of Warburton Advisers, Beth has advised clients since 2016 including T-Rowe Price, Franklin Templeton subsidiary Advisor Engine, World Gold Council’s ETF, GLD, as well as many blockchain companies notably Balancer, Grayscale and Orca. Beth also developed a patented technology to measure compliance ROI, she is the author of “Triple Bottom-line Compliance: How to Deliver Protection, Productivity and Impact,” and podcast host for “What’s Ethical?”

Bill is a senior vice president for Property & Casualty in Lockton Northeast’s New York office. In this role he is responsible for the development and servicing of digital assets and financial services companies. Bill also provides C-Suite level strategy for a broad array of insurance and alternative risk financing structures. Bill brings his vast experience integrating insurance into the risk-based capital models of our clients. He is an expert in digital assets, financial services, and technology clients. His product expertise includes D&O, Professional Liability, Cyber Liability, and Crime and Specie coverages. Bill brings additional experience with Captive Insurance Companies and Reinsurance.

Brandi has dedicated her career to navigating the complexities of compliance and risk management. She has cultivated expertise that spans multiple industries and regulatory landscapes. Her journey began with a passion for ensuring organizational integrity and adherence to regulatory standards.In 2017, Brandi founded CorCom, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in financial services. The firm serves both banking and non-banking institutions and quickly gained acclaim for its exceptional service, particularly in outsourced Chief Compliance Officer offerings. In 2021, Bates Group acquired CorCom, recognizing its invaluable industry expertise and unrivaled reputation.Throughout her career, Brandi has held pivotal roles where she honed her skills in developing and implementing robust compliance frameworks tailored to each organization’s unique needs. Her experience encompasses a broad spectrum, from policy development and internal controls to regulatory audits and risk mitigation strategies.Brandi’s commitment to excellence is underscored by her certifications in anti-money laundering compliance, cryptocurrency risk management, and artificial intelligence and machine learning. These credentials reflect not only her dedication to staying abreast of industry best practices but also her proactive approach to mitigating emerging risks.She takes pride in her ability to collaborate cross-functionally, bridging the gap between regulatory requirements and operational realities. Whether fostering a culture of compliance within teams or spearheading innovative solutions to complex challenges, Brandi thrives on driving tangible results that uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethics. With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, she is well-positioned to tackle the complexities of compliance and risk management head-on, delivering value and driving continuous improvement.  Brandi is a regular speaker for industry associations such as ACAMS, ACFCS, INFiN, MSBA, and CrossTech while speaking on a variety of topics that include BSA/AML, risk management, crypto compliance, and consumer protection to name a few.

Bruna Cabús Is an Associate for Iberia and LATAM at 21.co, the global leader in providing access to crypto through simple and easy to use products. 21.co is also the parent company of 21Shares. Bruna joined 21Shares in August 2022, with a primary focus on expanding the investor base of 21Shares in the Iberian and LATAM regions. Holding a degree in Economics and a Master of Science in Banking and Finance from the Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Bruna developed a keen interest in the crypto assets market during her master’s program, this interest prompted her to conduct research at the University on its interactions with TradiFi and its potential future developments.

Producer at Coin Bureau/Elected Educational Influencer/experienced in live podcasts, offline events and summits, talks about web3 community, defi, cryptocurrency, connecting retail with institutions through education.

Carmel King is and insolvency practitioner in Grant Thornton UK’s Insolvency and Asset Recovery team, specialising in investigations, asset tracing and recovery actions for clients who have suffered a financial loss as a result of fraud. Carmel has a particular interest in crypto and digital assets and leads this practice area for the team. The practice combines blockchain analytics with corporate intelligence and digital forensic techniques to conduct investigations, alongside insolvency proceedings, court-appointed receiverships, other civil procedures and litigation funding to formulate legal claims and enforce judgements. She regularly presents on the topic and is widely published in this subject matter.  

Carmel is the Vice-Chair of CFAAR, the Crypto Fraud and Asset Recovery network and the Co-Chair of INSOL Europe’s Anti-Fraud Forum.

Carole House is an Executive in Residence at Terranet Ventures, Inc., and a Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council.  She also currently serves as the Chair of the Technology Advisory Committee (TAC) to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), on Advisory Boards for Third Way’s U.S.-China Digital World Order initiative, the Digital Dollar Project, and the Idaho Department of Finance’s Financial Innovation Lab (FIL), and as a Senior Advisor at FS Vector.  Carole recently left the White House National Security Council (NSC), where she served as the Director for Cybersecurity and Secure Digital Innovation. Carole joined the NSC from the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), where she led cybersecurity, virtual currency, and emerging technology policy efforts as a Senior Cyber and Emerging Technology Policy Officer.  Prior to FinCEN, she worked as a Presidential Management Fellow supporting the White House Office of Management and Budget's Cyber and National Security Unit and the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on cybersecurity, supply chain risk management, and critical infrastructure protection policy issues. Carole is a former Army Captain who served in chemical defense and military intelligence until November 2014, including a deployment to Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, from 2012 to 2013 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. She holds a BA in international affairs from the University of Georgia and an MA in security studies from Georgetown University.

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Carole has spoken publicly and keynoted at many conferences about issues of national security and emerging technology policy, ranging from countering illicit finance, to cybersecurity, to digital assets and the future of money.

Carolyn Dicharry is the founder and president of Canaria, which builds compliance programs for Web3 companies. Carolyn most recently served as the compliance officer at Ripple, where she developed and managed various financial crimes compliance programs for Ripple’s crypto products. Prior to joining Ripple, Carolyn worked as a compliance officer for Sigue, a leading global money transfer firm, and managed AML investigations at Wells Fargo’s FIU. Carolyn is a certified as an advanced anti-money laundering specialist through ACAMS (CAMS, CAMS-Audit). Her clients include crypto money services businesses, wallets, exchanges, alternative payments platforms, and trust companies within the United States.

Charlene is a technology delivery expert specializing in AI, big data and digital regulatory transformation with a focus on anti-money laundering solutions, who has spent years developing and implementing innovative solutions for businesses of all sizes, including large-scale enterprise banks such as RBC, TD Bank, BMO and CIBC. Her collaborative approach and ability to understand complex systems make her a sought-after consultant and mentor.

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Through her writing and speaking engagements, Charlene shares her expertise on topics such as leadership, innovation, and technology. Her insightful perspectives and engaging style have earned her a reputation as a thought leader in her field. Charlene has authored a chapter on using AI-powered techniques for open-source investigations for the CF Manchester FIU Connect texts, along with talks to Binance, Calgary Police Services and the RCMP (Nova Scotia). She has been a moderator and panellist for the London Business School, Bank of England, and Women in Payments and hosts a podcast that discusses the role of technology in fighting financial crime as a Strategic Advisor for the Canadian RegTech Association.

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Whether she is leading a team, delivering a keynote speech, or hosting a podcast, Charlene brings a contagious energy and a wealth of knowledge to every project she takes on. Her passion for helping others succeed is evident in everything she does, making her an engaging speaker at your next event.