Join industry leaders at the 2025 Fair Lending Forum as they dive into key topics such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Fair Lending, the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), Small Business Lending (SBL/Section 1071), Model Risk Management and more. Explore the lineup of sessions below and stay tuned for the full lineup of session speakers.

Note: Session details are subject to change.

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Asurity Academy Training*

*Separate paid training event.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

RiskExec Tips and Tricks

  • Katey McBurney, Senior Director of Client Success and Operations, RiskExec (Moderator)
  • Brett Lewis, VP, Software Development, RiskExec
  • John Murphy, Principal Software Engineer, RiskExec
  • Arielle Sutherland, Director of Compliance Services and Implementation, RiskExec

*This session is restricted to clients, prospects and regulators only.

Thursday, May 8, 2025

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

The Mortgage Industry Conundrum

Speakers: 

  • Andy Sandler, Founder, Asurity
  • Bob Broeksmit, President and CEO, Mortgage Bankers Association

9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Winds of Change: Shifting Key Strategic Priorities from a Regulatory Perspective

Join us as a panel of accomplished CCOs discuss how they're strategically navigating this constantly changing regulatory environment. From pivoting priorities to new regulatory risks, our panel will share how they are dealing with the likelihood of increased regulatory scrutiny from prudential regulators, state agencies and potential private ligation. We'll delve into dealing with impacts to infrastructure and staffing, merger and acquisition considerations, artificial intelligence, and much more.

Speakers: 

  • Grace Brasington, Executive Managing Director, Asurity Advisors (Moderator)
  • Shannon Thomason, Senior Vice President, Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, Central Bank
  • Kristine Curl, Chief Compliance Officer, Stellar Bank
  • Michael Carbone, Deputy Enterprise Chief Compliance Officer, Flagstar Bank
  • Julie Vanderslice, Chief Compliance Officer, United Bank

10:35 AM - 11:30 AM

CRA at a Crossroads: State Initiatives and the Future of Community Reinvestment

Historically only for federally insured banks and savings associations, CRA is evolving at a state level and bringing credit unions and non-bank mortgage lenders into the fold. This session delves into the groundbreaking work of state CRA law development. Panelists will share practical insights into local regulatory frameworks, discuss their strategic goals, and provide firsthand accounts of lessons learned. This conversation is essential for understanding the evolving landscape of community reinvestment and the role states are playing in the future of CRA.

Speakers:

  • Sarah Brons, Senior Vice President, Community Reinvestment Act Products and Services (Moderator)
  • Horacio Mendez, President & CEO, Woodstock Institute
  • Linda Ezuka, Founder and CEO, CRA Today

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

The State of State Regulation

Journey into the quickly evolving regulatory landscape with our insightful senior state regulators forging the path forward at the forefront of industry oversight. Engage in a dynamic conversation as they share examination priorities, agency perspectives, and the latest developments impacting banks, credit unions and mortgage companies across our country. Takeaways from this timely and informative session will be invaluable to your successful CMS!

Speakers:

  • Ed Kramer, Senior Advisor, Asurity (Moderator)
  • Sheila R. Oliver, Deputy Commissioner, California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation
  • Chris Willis, Partner, Troutman Pepper Locke

2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Industry Impact and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence

Join us for a panel discussion with industry leaders and practitioners exploring the risks, rewards, and regulatory expectations for artificial intelligence. Arm yourself with best practices for consumer protection in development and implementation of AI in your enterprise. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the main concepts and frameworks of contemporary AI and how regulatory frameworks are adapting to this technological frontier and shaping the future of financial services.

Speakers:

  • Anurag Agarwal, President, RiskExec (Moderator)
  • Lauren Wallace, Chief Legal Officer, RadarFirst
  • John Levonick, Partner, Fintech & AI Attorney
  • Christos Bettios, Co-founder, Insyde AI
     

2:50 PM - 3:45 PM

Mastering Model Risk Management

Fair lending models face heightened scrutiny, demanding rigorous validation and meticulous documentation on par with other critical banking models. With the industry's heavy reliance on models to assess fair lending risk, creditworthiness, and other key factors, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness is more important than ever. After all, “garbage in is garbage out!” Join our expert panel as they share proven strategies to enhance your fair lending models, streamline validation processes, and mitigate errors, biases, and misinterpretations leading to unintended or unreliable outcomes.

Speakers:

  • Jesse Taylor, Senior Director of Fair Lending Products, RiskExec (Moderator)
  • Lynn Woosley, Managing Director, Asurity Advisors (Moderator
  • Chase Sorrick, Director, Fair Lending Program, FNBO
  • Britt Faircloth, Senior Director, Fair and Responsible Banking, Citizens

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

What are the New Risk Management Priorities?

Enjoy a lively, thought-provoking discussion with industry change makers directed by our leader, Andy Sandler. You’ll want to lean in to gain important insights on the questions everyone is asking. We’ll finish the day strong conferring with critical industry voices on the significant, rapid-fire changes, opportunities and challenges we face daily.

Speakers:

  • Andy Sandler, Founder, Asurity
  • Agnes Bundy Scanlan, Independent Director, Truist

Friday, May 9, 2025

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Fair Lending Enforcement Actions & Practical Solutions

Not much is more instructive of risk mitigation strategy “do’s and don’ts” than experts dissecting public enforcement actions and lawsuits. Our panelists will share observations and lessons learned from the broad array of recent examples and CFPB position reversals. Our seasoned experts will unravel the key elements, standards, and significant directives reshaping 2025’s fair lending enforcement priorities in real time. You will take away practical solutions to identified challenges, preparing you to take the helm, armed with fresh takes on current key fair lending risk factors, recommended monitoring and testing analytics, plus other effective fair lending management strategies.

Speakers:

  • Tim Stokes, Managing Director, Asurity Advisors (Moderator)
  • Anurag Agarwal, President, RiskExec
  • Andrea Mitchell, Managing Partner, Mitchell Sandler PLLC
  • Jon Seward, Of Counsel, Mitchell Sandler PLLC

9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

C-Suite + Board Governance Considerations

Speakers:

  • Andy Sandler, Founder, Asurity
  • Meg Tahyar, Partner, Davis, Polk, and Wardwell

10:35 AM - 11:30 AM

Innovative Lending & Community Engagement

Our speakers will share their deep expertise regarding unique ideas and proven strategies to create more lending opportunities and better serve our minority communities. Learn from industry leaders heavily involved in the expansion of successful financial literacy programs and affordable consumer mortgages, with clear visions and passionate voices focused on eliminating housing discrimination and ensuring equitable credit opportunities for all people and all communities. Gain a fresh perspective on how AI is benefitting these critical opportunities, and leave armed with proactive strategies to strengthen your fair lending program.

Speakers:

  • Daniella Casseres, Partner, Head of Mortgage Regulatory Practice Group, Mitchell Sandler PLLC (Moderator)
  • Lisa Rice, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Fair Housing Alliance
  • Montel Watson, Director, Diversity Lending and Strategic Partnerships, Movement Mortgage
  • Loretta Williamson, SVP, Director of Inclusive Lending, Truist

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Fair Servicing Best Practices in 2025

Explore all aspects of fair servicing priorities with industry leaders as they thoughtfully discuss important fair servicing considerations, including continuity of customer and internal staff communication, payment processing, servicing models, and loss mitigation. You'll hear how to navigate today's unique challenges and innovative solutions for managing fair servicing risks. This session promises a deep dive into unconventional yet vital aspects of fair servicing by revealing insights and redefining industry practices, to provide you with a solid understanding of equitable fair servicing strategies.

Speakers:

  • Grace Brasington, Executive Managing Director, Asurity Advisors (Moderator)
  • Courtenay Dunn, Senior Director Of Government Affairs
  • Matt McClure, Fair Lending Officer, VP Southern First Bank
  • Mark Little, VP, Senior Compliance Officer, Nextbank
  • Brae Riley, Director, Fair & Responsible Banking, BOK Financial

1:30 PM - 2:30PM

Transformation of the Regulatory Landscape

Join our critical discussion regarding the January 20, 2025 Executive Order addressing the current administration’s preferencing policy position. We will examine the Order’s specific directives and its potential impact on ECOA, FHA and related compliance. We’ll share some important best practices for continued, compassionate collaboration across our industry. One thing we all continue to dedicate tremendous resources to is monitoring regulatory, judicial and advocacy announcements. Our panelists represent a broad array of perspectives to help guide your ongoing response to keep your Compliance Management System up-to-date! This powerful closing session will equip you with a strong directive for your next steps to consider upon your return.

Speakers:

  • Patti Joyner, Managing Director, Asurity Academy
  • Richard Harvey, EVP, General Counsel & Director of Compliance Risk, Beneficial State Bank
  • Ken Scott, Partner, Relman Colfax
  • Olivia Kelman, Partner, Mitchell Sandler PLLC

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Navigating the Path Forward

  • Carl Pry, Senior Advisor, Asurity Advisors
  • Thomas Healy, SVP, Chief Compliance Officer, Discover Financial Services
  • Rodrigo Alba, SVP, Mortgage Finance & Senior Counsel, American Bankers Association

Register for the Fair Lending Forum today!