AML/CTF Q&A Member Connect | August 2026
Online
31 August 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm AEST
Online
1 hrs
Brendan Thomas
Bion Behdin
| Topic | Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Operational Management |
| Type | Meeting |
| Pricing | AUD $249 |
| Full Member | Free |
| Online Member | Free |
| Affiliate | Free |
| Associate Member | AUD $249 |
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Presented by
Brendan Thomas, Austrac
Bion Behdin, FirstAML
Join us for our August AML/CTF Q&A Member Connect session welcoming special guest, Brendan Thomas, CEO AUSTRAC (this month only!)
With the sweeping AML/CTF reforms that came into effect for Australian law firms on 1 July 2026, every practice—big or small—are now required to meet new compliance obligations.
Navigating these changes can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. ALPMA is here to support your journey every step of the way.
Join our Member Connect Sessions and get the answers you need—straight from the experts. These sessions are not recorded, so be sure to join on the day!
Why attend?
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Get Personalised Guidance: Bring your burning questions—no query is too big or small!
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Stay Ahead of the Curve: Learn from the real-world experiences of firms in New Zealand and other industries, who have already navigated similar reforms. Discover what works, what to avoid, and how to continue to build a robust compliance program.
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Practical, Actionable Insights: Whether you’re just starting or fine-tuning your AML processes, our sessions offer clear opportunity to get continued support on step-by-step guidance on risk assessments, compliance programs, staff training, and change management.
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Network and Share: Connect with peers facing the same challenges. Share ideas, discuss best practices, and build your support network within the ALPMA community.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone involved in ensuring compliance with AML/CTF reforms—Practice Managers, Operations staff, Partners, Client Services, Appointed AML Officers or anyone with an interest in compliance—will benefit from these interactive sessions.
Our Q&A Session have been an opportunity to tap into this expertise, now they are the opportunity to share insights and ask further questions now that compliance is here.
Don’t miss your chance to get expert answers, connect with your peers, and continue AML success in your firm.
Register for an AML Q&A Session today and make ALPMA your trusted partner on the road to compliance.
AML/CTF - Ask the Experts Q&A
Presented by
Brendan Thomas
CEO at Austrac
Brendan Thomas commenced his 5-year appointment as AUSTRAC Chief Executive Officer on 29 January 2024. Brendan leads Australia’s financial intelligence unit and anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulator.
Brendan previously served as a Deputy Secretary at the NSW Department of Communities and Justice, CEO of Legal Aid NSW and Deputy Secretary at the NSW Department of Justice.
Bion Behdin
CRO & Co-Founder at FirstAML
Bion Behdin is the co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of First AML, launching the company in 2017 alongside Milan Cooper and Chris Caigou. The trio identified a gap in AML compliance while working as corporate bankers, following the introduction of New Zealand’s initial AML regulations for banks in 2013. Bion’s expertise spans industries and geographies, making him a leading voice in regtech and AML compliance across the globe.
