The moneylaundering.com 14th Annual International Anti-Money Laundering Conference: Gain practical knowledge and hands-on training designed to help you perform everyday AML tasks better, faster and more cost-efficiently - March 16-18, 2009, The Westin Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida USA

6 Reasons to Attend:
1. Learn strategies to minimize costs while maintaining the quality of your AML program.
2. Take away tips to maximize the productivity of your current AML resources.
3. Save money on standardized group training by participating in more sessions and workshops under one roof at one low rate.
4. Tailor the content to meet your needs by selecting from a range of specialized tracks.
5. Make career-building global connections via daily networking opportunities.
6. Meet certification and AML training requirements by earning up to 18 continuing education credits.

 

BEFORE YOU GO

All you need to know, before you go!

Conference Venue and Accomodations

  • The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa
    Hollywood, Florida, USA
    3555 South Ocean Drive
    Hollywood, FL 33019
    Telephone: 954.602.6000
    Fax: 954.602.7000
    Website: www.diplomatresort.com
    Go here for directions
  • Alternate Hotel:
    Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Resort
    4000 South Ocean Drive
    Hollywood, FL 33019
    Telephone:  954.454.4334
    Fax: 954.454.0880
    Website: www.cphollywoodbeachresort.com
    Go here for directions

Transportation and Hotel Parking

  • Airfare and Car Rental Discounts
    Moneylaundering.com has contracted with American Airlines Group & Meeting Travel to bring discounted pricing for your air and car rental travel when booking through American Airlines. Please contact 800.433.1790 for assistance with reservations and ticket purchase. Please use Account Code: A7739AT.

  • Airport Transfers
    The hotel is about a 20-minute ride from the Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport in Ft. Lauderdale and is approximately a 40-minute ride from Miami International Airport.
  • Taxi Fare
    Average taxi fare between the Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and the Westin Diplomat is approximately $35.00. Taxi fare between the Miami International Airport and the Westin Diplomat is approximately $60.00. The rate should be negotiated prior to your taking the taxi. The hotel recommends this mode of transportation as the most efficient way to get to their property. There will be taxis stationed outside the resort 24 hours a day.
  • Shuttle Service
    For a more economical transportation alternative both the Ft. Lauderdale and Miami airports offer shuttle service.
    Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood Intl Airport: GO Airport Shuttle +1.800.244.8252 or +1.954.561.8888
    Miami International Airport: SuperShuttle +1.305.871.2000
  • Parking
    Parking is available at the Westin for overnight guests and visitors for the cost of $22.00 per day inclusive of tax. Valet parking is $20.00 and self parking is $17.00.

    The Crowne Plaza offers Valet Parking at $17.00 per day and self parking for $14.00.
  • Hotel Parking/Valet
    The Westin Diplomat offers Valet Parking at $22.00 per day and self parking across the street at $17.00 per day.

    The Crowne Plaza offers Valet Parking at $17.00 per day and self parking for $14.00.


Weather and Attire

  • South Florida Weather
    In the month of March, highs generally average in the high 70s to low 80s, but can reach high 80s and lows average in the mid 60’s to low 70’s.
    For more up-to-date Hollywood, FL information, go here.
  • Recommended Attire
    Business casual attire is appropriate for the sessions and for receptions. Hotel meeting room temperatures are difficult to regulate and tend to stay on the cold side.  Please, dress in layers and don't forget your jacket or sweater.

    **** NAME BADGE REQUIRED AT ALL EVENTS. No exceptions will be made. ****


Registration Information

  • The registration desk will be located on the Great Hall Level (GH level or 3rd floor) of the Convention Center in the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa.
    We strongly recommend your registering on Sunday to avoid any possible delays and please remember to bring your confirmation letter or name badge to expedite the process.
  • Registration Hours:
    Sunday, March 15, 2009: 8:00AM – 9:00AM (Workshop Registration ONLY, Location: Resort/Hotel side, Level 3)
    Sunday, March 15, 2009: 4:00PM – 8:00PM (Conference Pre-Registration, ALL attendees)
    Monday, March 16, 2009: 7:30AM – 5:30PM
    Tuesday, March 17, 2009: 7:30AM – 5:30PM
    Wednesday, March 18, 2009: 8:00AM – 12:00PM
  • Express Conference Check-In
    If you register and pay by February 27, 2009, you will receive your registration credentials by standard U.S. mail. Once on site, it’s a simple matter of presenting your name badge at the “Express Check-In” counter to receive your badge holder and other materials. If you misplace your badge, or need badge information corrected/changed, you may go to any Registration counter for a replacement.
  • Attendees Without Name Badges
    If you pay and do not receive a name badge or forgot to bring it with you please register at the lines marked “Paid Attendees Without Name Badge” If you are unable to send payment prior to the conference please register at the line marked “Onsite Registrations/Payments” to process your payment. To expedite the process please bring your confirmation letter or have your identification with you. You will receive your name badge, name badge holder and conference materials.
  • Guest Policy
    If you wish to invite a guest to both cocktail receptions, the cost is $100. If you would like to bring a guest to just the Thursday night cocktail reception, the cost is $50. Please see the cashier at the registration desk to make a payment and retrieve a name badge for your guest.
  • Replacement Name Badges
    Please treat your name badge as you would your passport! There will be a $95 charge for each name badge replacement made onsite at the conference. This means that if you checked-in at the registration desk and then you lost it or left it in your hotel room you will be charged the replacement fee. There will be no exceptions.
  • Conference Cancellation Policy
    After you’ve registered, if you are unable to attend the conference for any reason, you must inform us in writing, by letter or fax (not email). Cancellations received on or before January 16, 2009 will receive a full refund minus a $250 administration fee. Cancellations received between January 17 and February 15, 2009, will be issued a credit voucher to be used toward next year’s conference. Cancellations received after February 15, 2009, will not receive a refund. 

    If you cannot attend, you are welcome to substitute a colleague. Please note, if you transfer an ACAMS member registration to a non-ACAMS member registration, you will be charged the difference in price.  Substitutions for registered attendees must be submitted in writing, by letter or fax (not via email).

    If for any reason moneylaundering.com cancels the conference, it does not accept responsibility for airfare, hotel or other costs incurred by registrants. Speakers are subject to change. For more information regarding refund concerns and/or program cancellation policies, please contact our Service Team at +1.305.530.0500.
  • Smoke-Free Policy
    ACAMS meeting rooms and exhibition area are smoke free.
  • Luggage Check
    We will be holding luggage behind the registration desk. ACAMS is not responsible for damage, loss or theft of luggage and/or any personal belongings left in the luggage room.  You can drop your luggage off starting on Wednesday at 8:00AM to 12:30PM. If you do not pick up your luggage by the closing time we will send it to the bell captains desk to hold.

Program Information

To view the conference line up, access the Program Schedule.  Conference sessions will take place in the Westin Diplomat Convention Center, Great Hall Level (GH level or 3rd Floor).

  • Pre-conference Workshops
    We are offering four pre-conference workshops, which will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2009 from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. Each workshop gives you hands-on practice alongside top experts on some of the perplexing challenges you face. Please click here, for more information. Please note separate registration is required. 
  • NEW! AML Executives Roundtable
    A closed-door interactive session for C-level executives or equivalent where you set the agenda. Will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2009 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM. Please click here, for more information. Please note separate registration is required. 
  • AML Knowledge Breakfasts & Luncheon
    These special breakfasts and luncheon sessions, sponsored by various companies, give you an opportunity to further enhance the conference learning experience over a plated meal. Please note: You will need an invitation from the sponsoring company so please visit their booth to receive one of their invitations. Please access the program schedule for more information on these sponsored events which are held on Tuesday, March 17 and Wednesday, March 18.
  • NEW! Digital handouts and conference materials
    You will receive a separate email containing log-in information to access the conference materials online. By providing you with access to the conference materials ahead of time, you have the opportunity to browse through the speaker presentations and select the panels you most want to attend.

    We will provide physical printed handouts on-site for workshops and roundtables only. The remaining presentations and reference materials will be included in a CD-ROM that you will receive at the conference – no more carrying that heavy binder! We encourage you to print or save to your laptop any presentations you would like to have with you during the conference.

    We believe the responsible use of paper is one way in which we can make a significant impact in our world. Help us in making this contribution to preserving our environment.  If you have not received the log-in information to access the conference materials online or have encountered problems accessing the conference materials, please email me at zmoreno@moneylaundering.com.
  • Continuing Education Credits
    Participants can expect to receive between 14 and 18 CPE, CLE or CRCM and 5 ACAMS credits for attending the conference. You may also earn additional credits for attending the pre-conference workshops. On the last day of the conference please stop by the information desk and we will provide you with a continuing education certificate or a continuing education request form for those states that have not been accredited at the time of the conference.


Frequently Asked Questions

Please go here for a list of frequently asked questions that we have gathered for the conference. If there is a question that you have that is not on this list please do not hesitate to contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.


Additional Conference Events

  • AML Executives Roundtable
    Join this exclusive closed-door session on Sunday, March 15, 3:00-5:00pm for a candid discussion with other AML executives representing a variety of different industries. A guest speaker will get the discussion started by exploring the major challenges facing AML executives in the current economic financial industry climate. Then, find out directly from your peers what challenges they’re facing in the current economy and hear their advice on learn how to they’ve tackled real issues in managing a successful AML department. Plus get honest feedback and solutions to your most pressing AML management challenges. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage in honest peer-to-peer dialogue. Limited seating is available. Go here for more details and to register.
  • CAMS Examination Preparation Seminar
    If you are attending the CAMS Examination Preparation Seminar on Saturday, March 14, 2009 please note that it will be at the Westin Diplomat, Meeting Rooms 312 (3rd level of the resort). Registration and breakfast begins at 8:00AM to 9:00AM and the seminar will be from 9:00AM to 4:30PM. If you need further information please contact ACAMS member services at 305.373.0020.
  • ACAMS St. Patrick’s Day Celebration & Networking Event! - sponsored by RDC
    Make sure you end the second day of the conference with a bang! Put on something green and join us at the annual ACAMS St. Patrick’s Day celebration. This members-only networking event will take place on, March 17 at 7:00 pm. in the Great Hall foyer 1 and 2.
  • Activities and Excursions
    To help you make the most of your time at the conference, we have teamed up with The Impression Group South, a local event company to offer you options of additional venues at which you can continue your professional networking and team-building after our conference sessions.  Click here for details.

Dietary requirements

If you have special dietary requirements please let us know in advance via email (bsanz@moneylaundering.com) or onsite. We will do our best to accommodate you.

  • Monday Luncheon

    Appetizer: Golden romaine hearts, mango, golden raisins, candied walnuts, creamy gorgonzola cheese dressing    
    Main Course: Roasted chimichurri breast of chicken, pigeon pea rice, blood orange mojo.
    Dessert: South Florida key lime pie, margarita mango sauce (includes freshly brewed Starbucks® regular and decaffeinated coffee, assorted Tazo® teas and condiments)

  • Tuesday Luncheon

    Appetizer: Mango, passion fruit and spicy tomato gazpacho
    Main Course: Flame broiled New York strip, caramelized vidalia onions, whole grain mustard, brandy, thyme reduction (with mash potatoes)
    Dessert: Chocolate mousse pyramid, fresh berries (includes freshly brewed Starbucks® regular and decaffeinated coffee, assorted Tazo® teas and condiments)