Canvas is a one-day conference for high-impact AML professionals interested in the most pressing topics in compliance and in shaping the future of financial crime investigations.
Canvas earns you 5 Non-ACAMS and CFCS credits for continuing professional education!
March 29, 2023
SFMOMA, San Francisco, CA
Canvas is a one-day conference for high-impact AML professionals interested in the most pressing topics in compliance and in shaping the future of financial crime investigations.
until the the most important event in compliance
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Speakers
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Agenda
Just a glimpse of some of our amazing programming.
4:30 - 6:30 PM
Happy Hour
Come get to know your fellow conference-goers in a relaxed setting at Novela, a literary-themed bar and San Francisco highlight. Food, drink, and good conversation are all on the menu.
8:30 AM
Registration
Doors will open at 8:30 am. Sign in, grab your badge and some breakfast, and take advantage of any extra time by acting as a VIP guest to one of the world’s top art museums.
9:00 AM
The Hunt to Bring Down the Crypto Crime Lords of the Dark Web
Presented by Andy Greenberg, Author of Tracers in the Dark.
10:15 AM
Complex Investigations in the Fintech Space: the Dance Between Rigor and Flexibility
Presented by Ana Davila, Head of AML Intelligence and Strategy at Stripe.
10:45 AM
[ Networking Break]
11:00 AM
The Other Side of the Coin: A Law Enforcement View of Financial Crime Investigations
Presented by Robert Whitaker, former Supervisory Special Agent for the Department of Homeland Security.
11:30 AM
Looking Forward: Policy Challenges and Fixes Affecting the Future of Crypto Investigations and Compliance
Presented by Carole House, former National Security Council and U.S. Treasury.
12:00 PM
[Break] Rooftop Lunch & Guided Tours
Fuel up and stretch your legs as we enjoy lunch on SFMOMA’s beautiful rooftop pavilion – a magical space with birds-eye views of the living wall and yerba buena gardens. Once you’ve finished eating, be sure to jump onboard a guided tour of the Fisher Family collection for the backstory on some of SFMOMA’s most important pieces. (Meaning you can finally figure out what Warhol is all about…)
1:30 PM
The Future of Money: Security and Privacy at a Crossroads
Presented by Jennifer Lassiter, Executive Director of the Digital Dollar Project, Tim Davis, Blockchain and Digital Assets Lead at Deloitte Risk & Financial Advisory Practice, and Katherine White, Accenture Fellow at the World Economic Forum - Digital Trust and Metaverse.
2:15 PM
Kraken Financial Crime Investigations: Practical Crypto Compliance Insights
Presented by CJ Rinaldi, Chief Compliance Officer at Kraken.
2:45 PM
[ Networking Break]
3:00 PM
Detect, Disrupt, Deter: The Transformational Role of Open Networks in Preventing Illicit Activity
Presented by Candace Kelly, Chief Legal Officer at Stellar Development Foundation, and former U.S. Attorney's Office and FBI.
4:00 PM
Polaris: A Financial Crimes Approach to Human Trafficking
Presented by Rafi Aliya Crockett, Director of the Financial Intelligence Unit at Polaris.
4:15 PM
Closing Remarks
Presented by Joe Robinson, CEO of Hummingbird.
4:45 PM
Reception
After a full day, a good break is in order! Once the conference has concluded, we’ll head upstairs for a happy hour on the SFMOMA rooftop. We’ll enjoy the sunset while sipping drinks, enjoying casual conversation, and connecting with friends or new acquaintances.
Travel
Plan your visit to Canvas 2023
Location
SFMOMA is located in the heart of San Francisco, just a few blocks from Market street. A world-leader amongst contemporary art collections, it features a collection of over 30,000 pieces showcasing the greatest masters of 20th and 21st century art. Directions available here.
Parking
Canvas attendees should enter the museum using the private entrance located in the SFMOMA parking garage, located at 147 Minna St.
Air Travel
For attendees flying in from out of town, the closest airport is SFO.
Public Transit
SFMOMA’s local BART station is Montgomery Street. From there, walk a few blocks down 2nd Street until you reach Minna Street. Turn right on Minna street and walk approximately two blocks to the SFMOMA parking garage and private entrance to the museum. Full map of BART routes.
Ride Share
Those arriving via Uber or Lyft should tell their driver they’re heading to the SFMOMA Parking Garage (151 3rd Street, San Francisco). Canvas attendees will use the private entrance to the museum inside the garage.
Hotels
Downtown San Francisco is home to many excellent hotel options. We recommend the following for their proximity to the venue: