AML Compliance Workshop in Las Vegas | FinCEN | BSA | Nevada Gaming | Digital Assets | Sanctions
Las Vegas is the world’s gaming capital, and one of the most demanding AML compliance environments in the United States. Shasat’s two-day AML Compliance Workshop covers FinCEN regulations and Bank Secrecy Act requirements. Furthermore, it addresses Nevada Gaming Control Board AML programme obligations and FATF recommendations. Additionally, the workshop covers digital assets compliance and sanctions frameworks under OFAC and US Treasury.
This programme is tailored for professionals in casino gaming, hospitality, real estate, fintech, and financial services. Moreover, it serves legal and accounting firms operating in Nevada’s unique regulatory environment. Nevada casinos face some of the most demanding AML obligations in the United States. Consequently, this workshop addresses those obligations directly and practically. Specifically, it covers FinCEN Casino AML Programme requirements and Nevada Gaming Commission Regulation 5A.
The programme covers the full spectrum of AML, CFT, and CPF compliance obligations. Therefore, participants gain practical knowledge of casino suspicious activity reporting and currency transaction reporting. Furthermore, they learn customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, and beneficial ownership verification. Additionally, BSA Officer responsibilities and FinCEN examination preparation are addressed in detail.
Digital assets compliance is increasingly important for Las Vegas businesses. As a result, this workshop covers FATF Travel Rule obligations for virtual asset service providers. Furthermore, it addresses DeFi risks, NFT-related financial crime, and blockchain analytics tools. Whether you are strengthening your casino’s AML programme or preparing for FinCEN examination, this workshop delivers. It equips you with the practical knowledge to protect your organisation and maintain compliance.
Key Learning Features
- FinCEN regulations, Bank Secrecy Act BSA requirements, and Nevada Gaming Control Board AML programme obligations for casino and gaming professionals
- Nevada Gaming Commission Regulation 5A compliance, casino suspicious activity reporting, and currency transaction reporting under FinCEN requirements
- BSA Officer responsibilities, AML programme design, independent testing requirements, and FinCEN examination preparation for Nevada-licensed operators
- FATF recommendations, US Treasury AML priorities, and international AML standards affecting Las Vegas-based financial institutions and multinationals
- AML, Counter Financing of Terrorism CFT, and Counter Proliferation Financing CPF frameworks and their practical application for Nevada-regulated entities
- Customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, and beneficial ownership verification under FinCEN’s beneficial ownership rule and Customer Due Diligence Rule
- Transaction monitoring systems, casino-specific money laundering typologies, and financial crime red flags in high-cash gaming environments
- Suspicious activity reporting obligations, SAR filing best practice, and currency transaction report CTR requirements for casinos and financial institutions
- Digital assets and cryptocurrency AML compliance under FATF Travel Rule and FinCEN virtual currency guidance for Las Vegas-based digital asset businesses
- DeFi decentralised finance risks, NFT-related financial crime, and blockchain analytics tools for Nevada-regulated compliance professionals
- OFAC sanctions compliance, US Treasury sanctions screening, and PEP identification and monitoring for cross-border client relationships
- Sector-specific AML strategies for casino gaming, hospitality, real estate, title companies, fintech, financial services, and legal and accounting firms in Nevada
- AML governance structures, compliance-first culture, and cross-functional financial crime collaboration within Nevada Gaming Control Board regulated organisations
2-Day AML Compliance Workshop | Global Training Locations
Shasat delivers this 2-Day AML Compliance Workshop across major global financial centres, providing in-depth coverage of AML, CFT, and CPF frameworks, practical case studies, and hands-on compliance skills. In addition to Las Vegas, upcoming programmes are available in:
London | Dubai | Singapore | Bermuda | Las Vegas | Riga | Zurich | Sydney | Mumbai | Mexico City | Nairobi | Istanbul | Manila | Cyprus | Cape Town | Rio de Janeiro | New York | Brussels | Online Masterclass | Crypto AML | Online Certification
Furthermore, all in-person programmes are available as dedicated in-house engagements tailored to your organisation’s specific regulatory environment.
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Join our International AML Training Course! Gain essential skills to manage AML risks and enhance compliance in your organization. Our 2-day program covers strategies, real-life case studies, and industry insights. Open to professionals across fields. For details and registration, contact our customer service team.
Instructor Bio
The course instructor will be one of our highly experienced faculty members.
Our Faculty: Expertise That Drives Success
Shasat is proud to have over 30 world-renowned faculty members, each an expert in their respective fields, who share their hands-on implementation experience through our technical and professional development programs.
This programme is led by one of Shasat’s distinguished Anti-Money Laundering specialists, renowned for advising banks, insurers, payment institutions, and large corporates on the design, implementation, and enhancement of AML frameworks. With deep expertise in customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance, suspicious activity reporting, EU AML Directives (AMLD), and enterprise-wide financial crime risk assessments, the instructor brings a powerful blend of regulatory insight and practical experience. Backed by extensive knowledge of FATF standards, UK MLR requirements, EU AMLD expectations, and international supervisory practices, the speaker provides a global, real-world perspective on how effective AML controls link to governance, risk management, fraud prevention, and regulatory reporting—equipping participants to elevate their organisation’s financial-crime resilience.
Our faculty combine real-world expertise with academic rigor, ensuring every session is interactive, relevant, and outcomes-driven. Participants gain practical tools, case-based insights, and strategic frameworks that can be immediately applied to enhance sustainability reporting and corporate governance within their organisations.
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Course Description
- Day 1 — Regulatory Frameworks and Casino AML Compliance
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- FinCEN regulations, Bank Secrecy Act BSA requirements, and Nevada Gaming Control Board AML programme obligations for casino and gaming operators
- Nevada Gaming Commission Regulation 5A compliance requirements and practical application for Las Vegas Strip and Nevada-licensed casino operators
- BSA Officer responsibilities, AML programme design, independent testing requirements, and FinCEN examination preparation for Nevada-licensed entities
- FATF recommendations, US Treasury AML priorities, and international AML standards affecting Las Vegas-based financial institutions and multinationals
- AML, Counter Financing of Terrorism CFT, and Counter Proliferation Financing CPF frameworks and their practical application for Nevada-regulated entities
- Beneficial ownership transparency, FinCEN beneficial ownership rule, and Customer Due Diligence Rule requirements for financial institutions
- Sector-specific AML obligations for casino gaming, hospitality, real estate, title companies, fintech, payment institutions, legal, and accounting firms
- High-risk client management, high-cash gaming environment AML challenges, and cross-border transaction monitoring
- Customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, simplified due diligence, and KYC framework under FinCEN standards
- Enterprise-wide AML risk assessments and risk scoring methodologies aligned with FinCEN and Nevada Gaming Control Board expectations
- Day 2 — Emerging Risks, Investigations, and Governance
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- FATF Travel Rule implementation for virtual asset service providers and FinCEN virtual currency guidance for Las Vegas-based digital asset businesses
- Cryptocurrency AML red flags, blockchain analytics tools, and RegTech solutions for Nevada-regulated compliance professionals
- DeFi decentralised finance risks and NFT-related financial crime typologies in the Las Vegas and US context
- OFAC sanctions compliance, US Treasury sanctions screening, and UN Security Council sanctions obligations
- CPF compliance — identifying proliferation financing risks, red flags, and US obligations under UN Security Council sanctions
- PEP identification, monitoring, and management for cross-border client relationships in the Las Vegas gaming and hospitality sector
- Transaction monitoring systems, casino-specific money laundering typologies, and high-cash environment financial crime red flags
- Casino suspicious activity reporting SAR obligations, currency transaction reporting CTR requirements, and FinCEN reporting best practice
- Case studies from major Las Vegas and US gaming sector financial crime enforcement actions including FinCEN casino AML enforcement cases
- Interrelationship between AML, CFT, CPF, anti-bribery, fraud prevention, and financial crime frameworks for Nevada-regulated entities
- Governance structures, compliance-first culture, and cross-functional AML collaboration within Nevada Gaming Control Board regulated organisations
- Emerging trends in AML and CFT including AI-powered financial crime detection and FinCEN regulatory technology initiatives
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Why you must attend?
AML non-compliance carries severe consequences for Nevada-licensed operators and FinCEN-regulated businesses in Las Vegas. FinCEN civil money penalties, Nevada Gaming Control Board disciplinary actions, and reputational damage from financial crime failures can be existential for casino operators, financial institutions, and professional services firms. For BSA Officers, casino compliance directors, and senior executives, staying ahead of evolving AML, CFT, and CPF obligations under FinCEN and Nevada Gaming Control Board supervision is not optional — it is a regulatory and business imperative.
The AML compliance landscape in Las Vegas and across Nevada has never been more demanding. FinCEN Casino AML Programme requirements are intensifying significantly. Nevada Gaming Commission Regulation 5A obligations are under increased scrutiny from Nevada Gaming Control Board examiners. FATF has strengthened requirements for digital assets and virtual asset service providers under the Travel Rule. FinCEN’s virtual currency guidance has expanded obligations for Las Vegas-based cryptocurrency businesses. OFAC sanctions screening requirements are increasingly complex for casino operators and financial institutions managing high volumes of international guests and cross-border transactions on the Las Vegas Strip.
Shasat’s two-day AML Compliance Workshop in Las Vegas addresses these challenges directly and practically. Participants gain in-depth knowledge of FinCEN regulations, Bank Secrecy Act requirements, Nevada Gaming Control Board obligations, and FATF recommendations alongside hands-on application of casino suspicious activity reporting, currency transaction reporting, customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership verification, and BSA Officer responsibilities. Real-life case studies drawn from major FinCEN casino AML enforcement actions provide practical context for strengthening internal controls and avoiding the compliance failures that have resulted in significant penalties for Nevada gaming operators.
Delivered by experienced AML practitioners with direct advisory experience across FinCEN-regulated casinos, banks, payment institutions, and professional services firms, every session combines FinCEN regulatory rigour with practical insight drawn from real-world Nevada compliance engagements. Participants leave with the technical knowledge, regulatory frameworks, and practical tools needed to strengthen their organisation’s AML controls, respond confidently to FinCEN examination and Nevada Gaming Control Board scrutiny, and build a genuine compliance-first culture across their Las Vegas operations.
Teaching methodology
The training program will employ a comprehensive and engaging approach to learning, designed to deliver maximum impact and retention. The methodology includes:
- A user-friendly slide deck that presents the concepts, methodologies, and principles in a clear and concise manner, making the material easily accessible to all attendees.
- Interactive sessions featuring real-life case studies to provide hands-on experience and bring the material to life.
- Explanations of concepts and methodologies through the use of examples and distinct scenarios, allow attendees to understand the material in context.
- Group exercises designed to illustrate accounting principles, encouraging collaboration, and fostering a deeper understanding of the material.
- Access to additional course material and handouts, ensuring attendees have a comprehensive reference resource to support their learning.
- An open and inclusive atmosphere that encourages attendees to ask questions and engage in discussion, ensuring a thorough understanding of the material.
The combination of these elements creates a dynamic and engaging learning experience that will support the professional development of all attendees.
Who Should attend?
This program is designed for a wide range of professionals and practitioners who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of AML and CFT practices, regardless of their industry or sector. This includes professionals from compliance, risk management, legal and regulatory affairs, accounting and audit, financial crime prevention, and financial services. Executives from fintech, gambling industry, real estate, and other relevant sectors are also welcome to attend. The program is tailored to provide attendees with practical insights and knowledge that are applicable across various industries and jurisdictions. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this program will help you stay up-to-date with the latest developments and best practices in AML and CFT.
Feedback
Upon completion of the course, all delegates will receive an evaluation questionnaire aimed at gathering valuable feedback. This feedback is crucial to Shasat’s ongoing commitment to improving the quality of its learning solutions. By analyzing the trends in the responses, we are able to continuously enhance and refine our offerings to meet the evolving needs of our clients.
Venue & other info
Our training programs take place at the most prestigious professional training facilities in the city. Our venues have been meticulously chosen and expertly crafted to deliver an unparalleled and sophisticated learning experience. To further elevate your training journey, we will offer an array of refreshments including gourmet tea/coffee, delectable snacks, and a sumptuous lunch to sustain you throughout the course. Your comfort and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. One week before the program begins, you will receive comprehensive joining instructions that include the exact venue details.
Please note that accommodation arrangements are the responsibility of the attendee.
Workshop Delivery (Online Programs)
The workshop will be delivered via the WebEx platform. Upon registration, all participants will receive comprehensive joining instructions for the live workshop. This fully virtual event will encompass a live-streamed presentation, personalized networking opportunities, interactive Q&A sessions, engaging polls, and post-event consultation to address specific concerns and support your continued growth.
In-Person Workshop
Please be advised that for all in-person training programs, joining instructions will be sent via email to registered participants one week prior to the program’s commencement. These instructions will provide comprehensive information regarding the venue location, date, and time, as well as other important details such as parking arrangements, dress code, and any necessary equipment or materials. Kindly ensure that you carefully review the joining instructions and follow the guidelines provided to ensure a smooth and well-organized experience during the program.
Changes to the conference
Shasat reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make modifications to the format, speakers, participants, content, venue location, program, or any other aspect of the conference, at any time and for any reason, without incurring any liability. This policy has been implemented due to recent events such as the Covid-19 pandemic and other jurisdictional restrictions. These modifications may include but are not limited to, changes necessitated by a Force Majeure Event
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Payment
Enroll in our program with ease by choosing from our secure online payment options. You can make a payment through our website using PayPal or Stripe, or opt for a bank transfer, demand draft, or cheque payment. Our payment page will provide all necessary options during checkout. If you encounter any issues, our customer service team is here to assist you. Simply reach out to us with your selected course, and we’ll guide you through the payment process.
We kindly request that you take into consideration any associated bank fees when making your course fee payment. To ensure your participation in the program, payment must be received before the course date. Once we have received both payment and a completed registration form, we will confirm your enrollment in the program. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Group discount
Our company is proud to offer a group discount of 15% for organizations or individuals who book a course for 5 or more participants. To take advantage of this offer and receive a personalized group discount code, please reach out to our customer service desk at info@shasat.com. Our team will be delighted to assist you with the booking process and answer any questions you may have. With this group discount, you can invest in the professional development of your team and drive success for your organization. Don’t hesitate to contact us today to learn more.
Upon successful completion of the training course, each participant will receive a certificate of completion that attests to the number of hours spent in training and serves as a valuable representation of their dedication to professional development. The certificate is not only a symbol of their achievement but also serves as proof of continuous professional development (CPD) and demonstrates their commitment to staying current in their field. We believe that CPD is a crucial aspect of career advancement and personal growth, and are proud to provide our participants with this important document.
For further assistance, we invite you to contact our dedicated customer service team. Our experienced and knowledgeable representatives are available to answer any questions you may have and provide the support you need to make informed decisions. We are committed to ensuring that you have a positive experience and are here to help in any way we can. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at your convenience.
In-House Training
Enhance your team’s skills and drive success for your business with our custom In-house training program. Our tailored approach aligns with your specific business needs, offering a cost and time-efficient solution for upskilling your employees. This not only improves their productivity but also positions your company as a competitive force in the market. Transform your investment in employee development into tangible results by choosing our In-house training option. To discuss and learn more about our services, please don’t hesitate to contact our training desk. We’re ready to help you create a bespoke program that’s just right for you.
