Education & Events

Advanced BSA/AML/CFT Compliance School
Real-World Strategies for Today’s AML Challenges
March 18-19, 2026  | 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CT Daily
IBA Center for Banking Excellence, Springfield, or Live Streamed

As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, it’s more important than ever to stay ahead of the curve. This interactive two-day program offers a comprehensive look at today’s most pressing compliance priorities, emerging risks, and best practices for managing a modern, risk-based program. This school is designed to help you evaluate and enhance your institution’s BSA/AML framework to ensure it is effective, efficient, and adaptable. Participants will gain practical tools and insight to meet both regulatory expectations and operational goals while fulfilling annual BSA training requirements.

Attendees will receive a Training Manual and Resource Toolkit, filled with real-world examples, templates, and discussion exercises. This is the perfect opportunity to engage with peers and industry experts to exchange perspectives on challenges and innovations shaping the compliance landscape.

Agenda Highlights

• Major AML/BSA Priorities for 2026

• Regulatory Focus Areas: Federal Agencies’ AML/CFT Priorities

• The Evolving Impact of the AML Act and Corporate Transparency Act

• Anticipated Rulemaking and Emerging Guidance

• Key FinCEN Communications: Advisories, Alerts, and Bulletins

• Lessons from Recent Enforcement Actions and Audit Findings

• Refreshing and Revitalizing Your BSA/AML Compliance Program

• Board Governance and the Culture of Compliance

• Strengthening Policy Design and Integration of National Priorities

• Today’s Dynamic, Risk-Focused BSA/AML Risk Assessment

• Model Risk Management and Validations

• Financial Crimes Update and Case Studies

• The Intersection of BSA and Fraud – Collaboration for Better Outcomes

• Deep Dive: Elder Financial Exploitation

• New Scams and Schemes on the Rise

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) in AML Compliance – Opportunities and Risks

• Managing Higher-Risk Products and Services

• Cannabis and CBD Banking – The Evolving Landscape

• Faster Payments

• Digital Assets and Virtual Currency

• Third-Party Provider Partnerships

• OFAC Sanctions and AML/CFT Alignment

• Five Elements of an Effective Sanctions Program

• Enforcement Lessons and Global Trends

• And much more…

Who Should Attend
This program is designed for BSA/AML officers, compliance managers, auditors, fraud specialists, and other professionals responsible for AML, sanctions, or financial crime prevention. It is ideal for participants who already have foundational BSA knowledge and want to advance their understanding of complex compliance requirements and best practices. (Note: The BSA Fundamentals Workshop is recommended for those newer to the topic.)

Performance Solutions, Inc. (PSI) Facilitators
Dianne Barton, Founder & President, leads PSI, a trusted consulting and training firm serving the financial industry for over 40 years. Dianne is known for delivering “real-world” compliance solutions and for helping institutions understand the 'why' behind the regulations. Before founding PSI, Dianne held senior positions with Bank South Corporation, the Internal Revenue Service, and the John H. Harland Company. She also serves on the faculty of numerous state banking associations and is a highly sought-after speaker across the country.

Kristin Harville, Senior Vice President & Chief Operations Officer, is a seasoned compliance leader with extensive experience as a banker, examiner, and consultant. Kristin brings a practical, real-world approach to every session, helping professionals translate complex regulations into actionable strategies. Before joining PSI, Kristin led the compliance team for a $2.7 billion financial institution, overseeing BSA, Compliance Management Systems, Internal Audit, Technology Implementation, and Enterprise Risk Management. Kristin holds a Juris master’s degree in law with a concentration in Financial Regulation, along with several professional certifications.

Continuing Education
American Bankers Association (ABA) Professional Certifications has approved this program for 12 CAFP, CRCM, CERP credit. 

Per Person Fee
IBA Member $530
Nonmember $875

Hotel Information
Courtyard - Springfield
3462 Freedom Drive
Springfield, IL 62704
217/793-5300
IBA Rate: 20% off the available rate