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October 5 - 8 2025
Waldorf Astoria Monarch BeachDana Point, CA
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Key Sessions
Brandon Tabbal
Digital Assets & Illicit Finance: Insights from the FBI’s Front Lines
FBI
Brigid Connor
The Power of Data: Trends Shaping Investment Strategy
VP - BlackRock
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Main Conference Day 2 - US/Pacific

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Showing 1 of 1 Streams
8:30am - 9:15am
C-Suite Breakfast (Invitation Only)
Showing 1 of 1 Streams
9:15am - 9:20am
Chair's Remarks
  • Suzan Rose - Senior Adviser, Government and Regulatory Affairs, AIMA
9:20am - 9:35am
Opening Remarks
9:35am - 10:15am
How AI is Reshaping Operational Due Diligence and Fund Operations in the Alternative Investment Space
  • Glenn Hopper - AI Solutions Consultant, Author and Lecturer
10:15am - 10:40am
Digital Assets & Illicit Finance: Insights from the FBI’s Front Lines

Join Brandon Tabbal from the FBI’s Virtual Assets Unit as he provides a real-time overview of the evolving digital asset landscape from a law enforcement perspective. This session will cover key trends in virtual currency-related crime, the rise of illicit finance risks such as money laundering and fraud, and the critical red flags that operational and compliance teams need to watch for. Attendees will gain practical guidance on strengthening internal controls and collaborating effectively with regulators and law enforcement to safeguard their firms.


Location: Pacific Ballroom 1 & 2

  • Brandon Tabbal - National Asset, FBI
10:40am - 11:00am
The Power of Data: Trends Shaping Investment Strategy
Showing 1 of 1 Streams
11:00am - 11:30am
Coffee Break
Showing 1 of 1 Streams
11:30am - 12:00pm
Panel - Spotlight on Managers, Making Efficiencies and Driving Strategic Growth

Gain insights on how to streamline operations and positioning for long-term growth. This panel explores practical strategies for boosting efficiency, leveraging data, and aligning teams with evolving investment goals.


Location: Pacific Ballroom 1 & 2

  • Michele Clifford - Chief Operating Officer, Toronado Capital Management
  • Luke Sedler - Director of Operational Due Diligence, BlackRock
  • Jordan Herman - Analyst | Operational Due Diligence, The University of Texas/Texas A&M Investment Management Company
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Fireside Chat - Critical Collaboration: How Teambuilding Can Determine Your Survival
  • Kayle Watson - Ex Seal Platoon Commander, US Navy
  • Suzan Rose - Senior Adviser, Government and Regulatory Affairs, AIMA
Showing 4 of 4 Streams
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Lunch
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Enforcement Trends and Blue Sky Compliance Tips
12:30pm - 1:30pm
ODD Without a Map
  • Helen Rexwinkel - Director, PKF O'Connor Davies
  • Michael Stellwagen - Partner, PKF O'Connor Davies
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Best practices in shadowing fund admins
  • Jane Zaslavsky - VP of Operations, Hawk Ridge Capital Management
Showing 3 of 3 Streams
1:30pm - 1:35pm
Chair's Remarks
1:35pm - 2:05pm
The Global Regulatory Market Structure for Digital Assets
  • Daniel Austin - Head of U.S. Markets Policy and Regulation, AIMA
2:05pm - 2:35pm
Focus on ODD Best Practice When Managing Digital Assets
1:30pm - 1:35pm
Chair's Remarks
1:35pm - 2:05pm
Creating Value and Efficiencies Through Automation
  • Ted Hill - General Partner and CFO, B Capital
  • Erin Simpson - Managing Director, Wilshire Advisors
  • Alberto Rizzoli - CEO, v7 Labs
  • Reza Sabahi - Managing Partner, Tellaro Capital Partners
2:05pm - 2:35pm
Using AI in Due Diligence
  • Jesse Bishop - Director, Operational Due Diligence, HarbourVest Partners, LLC
  • Dale Wang - COO, Alpha West Capital Partners
  • Jemima John - Vice President, Compliance, Shamrock Capital
  • Reza Sabahi - Managing Partner, Tellaro Capital Partners
1:30pm - 1:35pm
Chair's Remarks
1:35pm - 2:05pm
New Operational Models
  • Mark Russo - General Counsel, ZAIS Group
  • Dave Poulten - Chief Business Officer, Shorecliff Asset Management Company LLC
  • John Canorro - Managing Director, Pathstone
2:05pm - 2:35pm
Adapting to New AML Requirements
  • Michael Barry - General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, Samlyn Capital
  • Alma Angotti - Managing Director, FTI Consulting
  • Deborah Thoren-Peden - Partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Showing 1 of 1 Streams
2:35pm - 3:00pm
Coffee Break
Showing 3 of 3 Streams
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Focus on compliance and analytics tools for digital assets
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Examining the Tax Implications of Digital Assets
  • Megan Jones - Shareholder, Vedder Price
4:00pm - 4:30pm
How Trump is Reshaping US Crypto Policy
  • Ayesha Kiani - COO, Monarq Asset Management
  • Daniel Austin - Head of U.S. Markets Policy and Regulation, AIMA
  • Megan Jones - Shareholder, Vedder Price
  • Louis Froelich - Partner, Womble Bond Dickinson
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Where and How to Leverage AI
  • Robert Snetiker - Chief Compliance Officer, Deerfield Management Company
  • Erin Lavelle - Partner & Chief Operating Officer, Flight Deck Capital, LP
  • Connor Aller - Director of Investment Operations and Analytics, Corbin Capital Partners
  • Zack Helgeson - Head of Product, Canoe Intelligence
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Leveraging AI and Synthetic Data for Smarter Investment Screening: A Practical Approach
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Thematic Sourcing with AI: LP Sourcing for Fundraising and Deal Sourcing for Investment
  • Mohammad Rasouli - CEO, AIx2.ai
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Focus on Cyber Risk - Inside the Mind of an Ethical Hacker
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Focus on Private Equity Valuations
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Focus on Bolstering Talent
Showing 1 of 1 Streams
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Networking Drinks Reception
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