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8.00am - 8.45am Breakfast and Networking
8.45am - 9.00am Introduction - Gabriele Frediani
9.00am - 9.45am
Regulation

In this session, panellists will take an in-depth look at the ever-shifting regulatory landscape, considering some of the key changes over the past year and how the industry will tackle the future.

From the SFTR to the SEC’s 10c-1a SLATE, the line up of experts will consider the ramifications — both current and potential — on the securities finance sector.

Coming just a week after the US election, the political backdrop looks set to add yet another dimension after a campaign which brought Basel Endgame and capitalisation requirements to the mainstream.

Moderator
Sean Tuffy
Consultant, Independent Regulatory Specialist


Panellists
Jonathan Lee
Money Markets Reporting Director, Kaizen

Farrah Mahmood
Director of Regulatory Affairs, Regulation & Market Practice Group, ISLA

Kevin McNulty
Head of RegTech Solutions, EquiLend

Ed Oliver
Managing Director, Product Development, eSecLending

Jonathan Tsang
Director, Business Development, S&P Global Market Intelligence Cappitech

9.45am - 10.30am
Accelerated settlement: Where are we now?

As the shift to T+1 settlement gains momentum globally, securities finance professionals are examining its implications for the industry. With the US, Canada, Mexico, and Jamaica already adopting T+1, other regions, including the UK and EU, are exploring a similar transition and have established task forces to evaluate the process.

This panel will discuss lessons learned from early adopters, the challenges and opportunities of moving to accelerated settlement, and how these changes will impact global securities markets. Panellists will also consider the broader implications for market infrastructure, cross-border transactions, and operational efficiency in the securities finance landscape.

Moderator
Andy Krangel
Director, Agency Securities Finance - Global Product Development, Citi


Panellists
Adrian Dale
Head of Regulation, Digital & Market Practice Group, ISLA

Gabi Mantle
Global Head, Post-Trade Solutions, EquiLend

Bill Meenaghan
CEO & Founder, SSImple

Matt Johnson
Director, ITP Product Management, and Industry Relations, DTCC

10.30am - 11.00am Coffee and Networking Break
11.00am - 11.45am
The collateral era

In an era where collateral plays an increasingly critical role in financial markets, this session will explore the evolving landscape of collateral management and optimisation. As the industry transitions towards T+1 settlement globally and navigates the implications of the Uncleared Margin Rules, the demand for efficient collateral management has never been greater.

This discussion will delve into key issues such as the trade-offs between liquidity and mobility, as well as the emerging trend of tokenisation in collateral processes. Join us for a comprehensive examination of how these dynamics are reshaping the securities finance ecosystem and driving the pursuit of greater efficiency.

Moderator
Glenn Handley
Consultant & Founder, SecFin Solutions


Panellists
Wassel Dammak
Director, Collateral Management, Vermeg

Greg Donovan
Vice President, Collateral Services EMEA, State Street

Graham Gooden
EMEA Head of Triparty, J.P. Morgan

Todd Hodgin
Global Head of Product Development, Transcend

Martin O'Connell
Solutions Architect, HQLAX

11.45am - 12.30pm
A clear view

This session will explore the far-reaching implications of the upcoming US Treasury central clearing mandate, set to reshape one of the world’s largest and most liquid markets. As US regulators push for greater market resilience following recent periods of volatility, this mandate will significantly impact both domestic and international participants, including those in Europe.

The discussion will delve into the challenges and benefits of mandatory central clearing, examining the implications for margin costs, risk management, and operational adjustments.

Attendees will gain insights into how this ruling, while focused on US markets, is poised to influence European market practices and regulations, especially in light of ongoing EMIR 3.0 deliberations. Join industry experts as they discuss the path forward, the necessary preparations, and the broader context of global market integration.

Moderator
Darren Crowther
General Manager Securities Finance & Collateral Management, Broadridge


Panellists
Cyprien Dupont-Madinier
Head of repo Europe, Bank of Montreal

Richard Gomm
Associate Director, Product & Business Development, SIX

Michalis Sotiropoulos
Head of Government Relations, Europe, DTCC

12.30pm 2.00pm Lunch
2.00pm - 2.50pm
Looking forward

With the world arguably on the cusp of the next technological revolution, this panel will discuss recent developments in securities finance technology, and look towards the future to ask — what next?

From AI and tokenisation, to distributed ledger technology and industry-wide digitisation, this expert panel will discuss all the major technological developments impacting the industry.

Moderator
Jonathan Adams
Consultancy Lead, Progressive SecFin Ltd


Panellists
Joseph Gillingwater
Senior Vice President, Global Head of Fixed Income Securities Finance Trading, Northern Trust

Mike Lambert
Product Director for Securities Lending, Broadridge

Paul Landless
Partner, Clifford Chance LLP

2.50pm - 3.40pm
Leaders in lending

Senior business leaders will discuss the evolving trends and challenges reshaping securities lending.

As market and regulatory pressures intensify, especially in short-term funding and leverage, the future of the repo and securities lending markets remains uncertain.

Panellists will explore the adequacy of the Securities Financing Transaction (SFT) platform, the impact of active versus passive investing, and the growing role of distributed ledger technology (DLT) and digital assets in transforming market practices. They will also delve into new and emerging markets, alongside the rise of retail brokerage as the industry's final frontier.

Moderator
Roy Zimmerhansl
Principal, Pierpoint Financial


Panellists
Sabine Farhat
Head of Securities Finance Product Management, Murex

Eileen Herlihy
Managing Director, Global Head of Trading Services, J.P. Morgan

Adnan Hussain
Managing Director, Global Head of Treasury and Securities Lending, HSBC

Ross Bowman
Head of Client Management for Agency Lending & Financing Collateral Services, BNP Paribas

3.40pm - 4.00pm
Closing remarks

Moderator
TBC

4.00pm - 5.00pm Drinks Reception and Networking