BAFT Virtual Trade Finance Workshop 2025

BAFT 2025 Virtual Trade Finance Workshop

15-17 September

Virtual

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The BAFT Trade Finance Workshop is back — and it’s going global through a fully virtual, interactive format.

Over the course of 3 days (with just 4 hours each day), this workshop blends flexibility with rich content, making it easy to stay connected at work while diving into the latest in trade finance. 🌐

🎙️ Speakers from around the globe will deliver expert insights in a fun, immersive environment designed to engage virtual participants and foster dynamic discussions — no matter where you’re tuning in from.

👥 Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for:✅ Bankers, importers, exporters, brokers, and trade finance professionals✅ Those looking to deepen their knowledge of trade operations and key industry issues✅ CDCS-certified professionals seeking CPD credits

💼 Whether you’re a seasoned expert or newer to the field, this is your chance to engage, learn, and connect — all from the comfort of your screen.

Featured Speakers:

Michael Evan Avidon – Senior Counsel, Partner and Co-Chair, Banking and Finance Group, Moses & Singer LLP

Lisa Chin – Global AML Head of Trade Finance, MUFG

Frank Fortes – Senior Trade Finance Expert, Global Trade Finance Operations, Toronto-Dominion Bank

Normand Girard – Director, Global Trade Operations, BMO Financial Group

Bernard Hart – VP of Customs and Trade Business Development, Flexport

Renata Hazelman – Americas AML Advisory, MUFG

Agnes Martinez – SVP – Group Manager Finance Operations, City National Bank

Ellen Muench – VP Trade Capital Markets Back Office Team Lead, Operations & Technology, Associated Bank

Fiore (Frank) Petrassi – Vice President, J.P. Morgan

Joseph Philipps, TD Securities

Kristine Siebel – Past Chair BAFT Standby & Guarantee Committee, BAFT

David Tannenbaum – Director, Blackrock Compliance