A Gateway to Regulatory Mastery for Risk and Compliance Professionals

A Gateway to Regulatory Mastery for Risk and Compliance Professionals

In the dynamic world of payments, staying ahead of regulatory changes is not merely a task; it's a strategic imperative. For risk and compliance professionals, mastering the intricacies of evolving regulations is crucial to safeguarding organizations from fraud, ensuring compliance, and navigating the complex landscape of the payments industry. The Association of Payment Professionals (APP) understands this challenge and has designed its annual conference, Level Up, to be the ultimate resource for payment professionals seeking to stay ahead in a constantly shifting regulatory environment.

Unraveling the Paradoxes: A Session on Resolving Conflicting Regulations

One of the standout sessions at Level Up focuses on the intricacies of conflicting regulations. In the payments landscape, where state laws, federal guidelines, and industry-specific regulations often collide, risk and compliance professionals face a complex puzzle. This session, "Paradoxes: Navigating Conflicting Regulations in Payments," brings together industry leaders, including a former card brand executive, a seasoned banker, a legal expert, and a compliance leader. Attendees will delve into real-world scenarios involving conflicting privacy state laws, disparities in state laws for gun sales, card brand guidelines, surcharging regulations, online gaming, and dating merchants.

By exploring these paradoxes, professionals gain invaluable insights into practical strategies for addressing regulatory conflicts, finding common ground, and preparing their organizations for compliance in the face of contradictory guidelines.

Staying Current: Legal and Regulatory Updates in Payments

Regulations are not static; they evolve. Staying current with the latest legal and regulatory updates is a perpetual challenge for payment professionals. At Level Up, the "Connecting Compliance: Navigating Regulatory Shifts in Payments" session, led by the Government Relations Strategic Interest Group (SIG), provides a comprehensive overview of the latest changes impacting the payments industry.

In this session, professionals will gain insights into the ever-changing regulatory landscape, including updates on state and federal laws, emerging international regulations, and the latest news from payment networks. Understanding these updates is essential for risk and compliance professionals seeking to proactively adapt their strategies, ensuring their organizations remain compliant and resilient to regulatory shifts.

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape with the FTC

Among federal regulators, none scrutinizes the payments industry more thoroughly than the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The session, "A Conversation with the FTC," offers a unique opportunity for professionals to hear directly from FTC representatives. This interactive discussion will cover the Commission's current areas of focus, concerns, and perspectives on the future.

Led by prominent FTC counsel, the session will provide valuable insights into the FTC's priorities, its stance on consumer protection, data security, and emerging payment technologies. By gaining a clear understanding of the FTC's perspective, risk and compliance professionals will be better equipped to align their organizations with regulatory expectations and proactively address potential compliance issues.

Level Up: Your Gateway to Regulatory Mastery

Attending Level Up isn't just about keeping pace with regulatory changes; it's about mastering the regulatory environment. For risk and compliance professionals, the conference is a comprehensive toolkit for navigating the complex and ever-changing future of the payments industry.

At Level Up, professionals can:

• Network with Peers: Engage with fellow risk and compliance professionals, share experiences, and build a network of support.

• Access Expert Insights: Learn from industry leaders, legal experts, and regulatory authorities who share practical insights and real-world experiences.

• Interactive Learning: Participate in interactive sessions, Q&A discussions, and case studies that deepen understanding and enhance practical skills.

In a world where regulatory mastery is the key to organizational resilience, Level Up is the beacon guiding risk and compliance professionals to success. Don't just adapt to change—embrace it and lead the way forward with the knowledge and insights gained at APP's annual conference.

Conclusion

The payments landscape is a maze of regulations, and only those armed with knowledge, insights, and a proactive mindset can navigate it successfully. Level Up is not just a conference; it's a transformative experience for risk and compliance professionals. Attendees will leave not only with a deeper understanding of regulatory changes but also with the tools and strategies needed to shape their organizations' compliance strategies for years to come. Don't miss the opportunity to level up your regulatory mastery—register for Level Up today and stay ahead of the curve in the ever-changing world of payments.