Cartels, Cash, and Corruption: Managing Terrorist Designations and Related Risks Across the Americas

Thursday, April 3, 2025

DLA Piper and EY hosted an exclusive discussion on the evolving landscape across the Americas following the US’s designation of eight cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. Focusing on corruption, anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions compliance and enforcement, this session explored the growing operational, legal, business, and compliance challenges of the increased regulatory scrutiny and its impact on businesses in or with ties to the region.

Topics included:

• Impacts of the recent Executive Orders on the enforcement landscape
• AML and sanctions risk mitigation, proactive compliance, and enforcement strategies

Speakers

• Adrian Chacon, Executive Director Compliance, Morgan Stanley
• Antonio Cardenas, Partner, DLA Piper
• Jonathan King, Partner, DLA Piper
• David Stier, Partner, DLA Piper
• José Figueira, Partner, EY
• Rodolfo Islas, Partner, EY
• Christopher Lynch, Partner, EY

This engaging session provided valuable insights for legal, compliance, and risk professionals navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.

EY Wavespace
Antara Polanco, Ejército Nacional No. 843-B Piso 3, Col. Granada, Miguel Hidalgo, Ciudad de México, C.P. 11520

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Please contact Halie Bryant.