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Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM NYC

1285 Avenue of the Americas | New York, NY 10019-6064

ACSS New York Chapter is pleased to announce that Paul Weiss is again sponsoring our kick-off event of the year, bringing together a panel of experienced professionals to reflect on lessons learned from sanctions and export controls development in 2025, and what that tells us about how financial crime, legal and compliance should prepare for 2026!

Topics covered will include:

  • Key sanctions and export-control trends from 2025

  • Lessons from 2025 Enforcement Actions

  • Tips for implementing 2025 lessons in 2026 sanctions and export control programs

  • Emerging risks and priorities heading into 2026

Agenda

  • 5:30 – 5:50: Registration

  • 5:50 – 6:00: Welcome from our Host Paul Weiss, and Opening Remarks from our Chapter Chair Howard Spieler from Citi

  • 6:00 – 7:00: Panel Discussion

    • Roberto Gonzalez, Paul Weiss
      Moderated by Nicole Succar, Paul Weiss

  • 7:00 – 7:30: Q&A with our panelists and trivia game.

  • 7:30 – 8:30: Networking and refreshments

Certificates of Attendance for Chapter Events

All ACSS members who attend Chapter Events will be identified and issued a Certificate of Attendance through our system. Certificates can be used to earn ACSS credits, which contribute to recertification and eligibility for ACSS certification.

ACSS CSS/CXS Points |  3.0 

Please contact our Helpdesk at sanctionsassociation.org for more information.

Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists

The Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists (ACSS) is the premier global organization dedicated to advancing the professional knowledge and skills of sanctions and export control practitioners. ACSS is committed to offering top-tier training programs, including the Certified Sanctions Specialist (CSS) credential, which serves as the benchmark for professionals in this field. Our mission is to set and uphold standards for the sanctions profession, provide globally recognized qualifications, and build a vibrant, interconnected community of professionals worldwide. ACSS promotes the importance of sanctions compliance by delivering authoritative and respected content, serving the professional interests of our members, and enhancing their career paths. We aim to be the leading voice advocating for sanctions professionals, with a commitment to fostering best practices and safeguarding global trade and financial systems. Sanctions, as defined by leading experts, are the intentional withdrawal or threat of withdrawal of customary trade and financial relations by a government to influence the policies of a target country. This definition reflects the core understanding of economic sanctions and guides the mission of ACSS in shaping effective, compliant practices across industries globally.

 

Roberto Gonzalez

Partner
Paul Weiss

Nicole Succar

Partner
Paul Weiss

Howard Spieler

VP
Citi