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Bridging Communities: Inside the DEA Citizens Academy

Bridging Communities: Inside the DEA Citizens Academy

La Russie et l’identification du bénéficiaire effectif

La Russie et l’identification du bénéficiaire effectif

Enabling Law Enforcement in the Fight Against Online Child Exploitation, With Carly Yoost

Enabling Law Enforcement in the Fight Against Online Child Exploitation, With Carly Yoost

Hank Hernandez: Transferrable Skills From a Veteran to AFC

Hank Hernandez: Transferrable Skills From a Veteran to AFC

Ask the AFC Guru: Marbel Guilamo Peña—The Fight Against Corruption

Ask the AFC Guru: Marbel Guilamo Peña—The Fight Against Corruption

A Brief Overview When Preparing for a Risk Based Audit

A Brief Overview When Preparing for a Risk-based Audit

From the Editor

Just Say No
From the Editor, September – November 2023

Just Say No

September 13, 2023 /Leave a comment
It seems that almost everyone in my family was born in September. While I was frantically doing some birthday shopping for multiple family members, I came across a vintage “just say no” t-shirt. The echoes of my youth flooded my memories. I remember being taught...
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Transforming AFC Through Innovative Technology
From the Editor, June – August 2023

Transforming AFC Through Innovative Technology

June 7, 2023June 9, 2023 /Leave a comment
I am delighted to bring you an exciting topic in this edition: The transformative potential of quantum computing in the realm of anti-financial crime (AFC). As technology continues to evolve, we find ourselves at the forefront of a new era that promises revolutionary advancements in...
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Russia Is in the Penalty Box
From the Editor, March - May 2023

Russia Is in the Penalty Box

March 10, 2023March 14, 2023 /Leave a comment
When you grow up in cold weather and in a place where the license plate tagline is “Greatest Snow on Earth” and where the 2002 Olympics were held, you tend to get involved in winter sports. My winter sport of choice was ice skating, but...
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Treats, gift bags and fraud?
December 2022 – February 2023, From the Editor

Treats, Gift Bags and Fraud?

December 12, 2022December 13, 2022 /Leave a comment
I volunteer and work with a group of teenage girls who have taught me a few tricks on how to take better pictures with my iPhone or how to create the perfect post for my social media accounts. These teenage girls are savvy beyond their...
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Civilizations: From the Greeks to the Renaissance to Web3
From the Editor, September - November 2022

Civilizations: From the Greeks to the Renaissance to Web3

September 22, 2022 /Leave a comment
When I attended college, the university required every student to take two courses in world civilization to graduate. Part one covered history up to 1500 and part two covered history post-1500. Needless to say, I gained a greater appreciation for history and I learned that...
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Tying the Pieces of Collaboration Together
From the Editor, June - August 2022

Tying the Pieces of Collaboration Together

August 1, 2022 /Leave a comment
One of my fondest memories of growing up in a small town was the service projects and community collaborations that took place to further a common goal of improving the town or enriching someone’s life. My mom used to take me to quilt-tying parties. This...
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The Long and Winding Road to Anti-financial Crime Harmony
ACAMS Today Europe 2022, From the Editor

The Long and Winding Road to Anti-financial Crime Harmony

June 6, 2022 /Leave a comment
Music is an important part of many people’s lives. The first time I heard a live duo was on the playground in elementary school. I loved swinging and there were only a few swings available during recess for the entire school. Of course, if you...
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The Hallmarks of a 20-Year Celebration
From the Editor, March - May 2022

The Hallmarks of a 20-Year Celebration

March 17, 2022 /Leave a comment
A couple of years ago I started looking into vintage jewelry. Why do I like vintage jewelry? I enjoy the provenance that comes with each piece, the fact that each one has a story to tell through its prior ownership and design. As you focus...
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From the Editor
December 2021 - February 2022, From the Editor

Stick With It

December 8, 2021 /Leave a comment
Everything is virtual these days. As a result, I started a virtual fitness program that incentivizes you with achievements for accomplishing your health goals. My Apple Watch has become my constant companion and it reminds me to keep moving to achieve my fitness goal. Fortunately,...
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Reflections of 9/11
ACAMS Connection, From the Editor, September 2021 - November 2021

Reflections of 9/11

September 3, 2021February 2, 2023 /Leave a comment
This year marks the 20-year anniversary of the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil. We all remember where we were when we heard the news. I was living in the Rocky Mountains and had just jumped into my car to head to work. I had...
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