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Jared Howe, Senior Solutions Consultant, Mitratech The Future of TPRM: Securing the Advantage in an Era of Regulatory Uncertainty Track 1: Anchoring TPRM Essentials & Best Practices Tuesday, April 8, 2025 2:10 - 3:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 1 SESSION DESCRIPTION Businesses today face the most disruption since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down global supply chains, forcing companies to quickly reassess their vendor relationships. Now, shifts in U.S. government regulatory enforcement priorities have added to the morass of issues to contend with — including budget shortfalls across organizations of all size… Show More SPEAKERS Jared Howe Senior Solutions Consultant Mitratech Jared is a Solutions Consultant, helping clients understand how Mitratech solutions can help them overcome challenges and improve their organisation's performance. He's been working in the legal, risk, and compliance space for 11 years, with 8 of those specifically focused in the TPRM and GRC space. In his free time, Jared enjoys getting lost on one of his motorcycles whenever he isn't spending time with his family. Previous Next

Vrushali Lakhpati, VP, Head of Global Third Party Due Diligence Program, AmTrust Financial Services Learning from the Titanic: Dealing with Operational Resilience in TPRM Track 2: Fortifying the Shoreline (Operational Risk & Resilience) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 3:10 - 4:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 2 SESSION DESCRIPTION TPRM professionals and leaders can draw valuable lessons from the tragic sinking of the Titanic that can be applied to enhance operational resilience in TPRM and enhance organization's ability to not only survive but thrive in the face of disruptions. Operational resilience is not just about having contingency plans in… Show More SPEAKERS Vrushali Lakhpati VP, Head of Global Third Party Due Diligence Program AmTrust Financial Services Vrushali Lakhpati is head of the Global Third Party Due Diligence Program at AmTrust Financial services leading strategic initiatives focused on transforming the TPRM program that is robust and complaint with global regulatory requirements. Vrushali brings over 15 years of experience in financial services industry including 9+ years of working with the Big 4 consulting firms primarily maturing third party risk and cybersecurity programs and implementing technology solutions. Vrushali is… Show More Previous Next

Steve Cobb, CISO, SecurityScorecard Supply Chain Resilience: Enhancing Detection and Response Strategies Track 2: Fortifying the Shoreline (Operational Risk & Resilience) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 10:00 - 10:50 AM Atlantic Ballroom 2 SESSION DESCRIPTION Recent supply chain disruptions have highlighted the critical need for effective Supply Chain Detection and Response (SCDR) to achieve deep visibility and proactive risk management. Join SecurityScorecard’s CISO, Steve Cobb, as he examines the global impact of recent outages and the lessons learned. This session will explore the essential role… Show More SPEAKERS Steve Cobb CISO SecurityScorecard Steve Cobb is SecurityScorecard's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) bringing more than 30 years of leadership consulting surrounding IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, incident response, and cyber threat intelligence. Since joining SecurityScorecard in 2023, Steve has been responsible for providing strategic direction for the IT and Information Security strategies for the organization. Steve manages the entire IT and cybersecurity budgets, leads the effort to achieve FedRAMP Ready and StateRAMP Ready statuses, regularly… Show More Previous Next

Morgan Binder, Head of Third Party Risk, Jake Mitchell, Program Manager, Third Part Risk, & Brian Howell, Program Manager, Third Party Risk from Stripe Setting Sail with Confidence: Establishing Strong TPRM Foundations for Smooth Sailing Track 1: Anchoring TPRM Essentials & Best Practices Wednesday, April 9, 2025 10:00 - 10:50 AM Atlantic Ballroom 1 SESSION DESCRIPTION Join us as we explore the essential foundations of an effective Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program. Discover key anchors of third party lifecycle management, while learning best practices to build steadfast relationships with stakeholders and ensure clear communication to keep your TPRM initiatives steady in turbulent waters. Engage in an… Show More SPEAKERS Jake Mitchell Program Manager, Third Part Risk Stripe, Inc. Jake is a Third Party Risk Program Manager at Stripe, based out of Washington, D.C. As a Program Manager, Jake executes daily Third Party Risk Operations and oversees program metrics and reporting. Jake has experience designing and building effective third party risk programs for organizations across various industries such as banking/financial services, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. Additionally, Jake specializes in GRC/TPRM technology implementations for organizations looking to automate and drive… Show More Morgan Binder Head of Third Party Risk Stripe Morgan is the Head of Third Party Risk for Stripe, Inc. She has spent the duration of her career in the risk and compliance space. Her belief in right-sized foundational governance based on benchmarks and best practices has enabled her to develop nimble enterprise, operational, and third party risk programs. Morgan is proud to serve as a Board Member for the Third Party Risk Association. She has a M.S. of… Show More Brian Howell Program Manager, Third Party Risk Stripe Brian has over a decade of experience in developing and scaling Third Party Risk and Procurement programs for financial institutions and fintech companies. Prior to his current role at Stripe, Brian led Third Party Management at Blend Labs, and also served as a Manager in Deloitte's Extended Enterprise Risk Management practice. Previous Next

Pankaj Goyal, Director of Research & Standards, FAIR Institute Third Party Risk is First Party Risk: From Process to Decisions Track 3: Surfing the Waves of Innovation & Automation Tuesday, April 8, 2025 3:10 - 4:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 3 SESSION DESCRIPTION TPRM has been considered a step child in enterprise risk or compliance programs. It is now time to consider TPRM program as an integral part of your cybersecurity program. To do that, the TPRM practitioners need to change also. They have to look beyond 'check in the box' compliance exercises… Show More SPEAKERS Pankaj Goyal Director Research FAIR Institute Pankaj Goyal leads the Research efforts at the FAIR Institute. He published the FAIR-Third Party Analytics Model (FAIR-TAM) in 2023, and has been advocating for a risk driven third party program. Pankaj's other research areas include GenAI and Materiality loss exposures. Previous Next

Set sail for an unforgettable evening of networking, fun, and pirate-themed camaraderie as we gather to chart new connections and discover hidden treasures in third-party risk management. Treasure Trove Network Event Network Event Tuesday, April 8, 2025 5:30 - 7:30 PM North & East Pre-Function Lobby SESSION DESCRIPTION Ahoy, TPRM adventurers! Join us for the Treasure Trove Network Event during TPRA’s annual TPRM conference, Navigating Risky TPRM Waters . Set sail for an unforgettable evening of networking, fun, and pirate-themed camaraderie as we gather to chart new connections and discover hidden treasures in third-party risk management. This lively event will… Show More SPEAKERS Previous Next

Mark Ewert, Director, Vendor Management, Penn National Insurance & Mary Granville, Assistant Vice President – Account Executive, Alliant Insurance Services Navigating the Insurance Waters Track 4: Charting the Course (Regulation & Compliance) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 4:10 - 5:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 1 SESSION DESCRIPTION Third party insurance related best practices. The conversation will include a discussion of: Types of insurance coverages and Minimum Limits Reviewing a certificate of insurance AM Best Ratings Insurance Tracking Best Practices SPEAKERS Mark Ewert Director, Vendor Management Penn National Insurance President and Secretary of Partners Mutual Insurance Company. He joined the company full-time in 1994 as Manager-Human Relations, Product Analysis, and Home Office Services. He was elected to the position of Secretary in 1999 and was elected to his current position of Executive Vice President effective January 1, 2002. Mark served as Treasurer from January 2014 to May 2015. The Secretary duties were returned to Mark in May 2015. Mark… Show More Mary Granville Assistant Vice President – Account Executive Alliant Insurance Services Joined Gallagher in 2022 | Started in Insurance in 2005 Mary brings prior client service and leadership experience, coupled with her drive and passion to help protect her clients from manageable risks. Prior to joining Gallagher, Mary was an Account Executive at Aon, Assured Partners, and Hub International. Mary started her career as an intern in 2003 and then Assistant Account Executive in Gallagher’s NYC office. Mary attended Temple University,… Show More Previous Next

Courtney Turner, Third Party Risk Manager, Deere & Co Practical Solutions for Scaling Third Party Risk Management Track 2: Fortifying the Shoreline (Operational Risk & Resilience) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 2:10 - 3:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 2 SESSION DESCRIPTION In today’s complex business landscape, effectively managing third party risk is crucial, especially for large organizations with extensive supplier inventories. John Deere's is over 30,000 within scope. This session would share our innovative strategies for scaling third party risk management practices to ensure that risk assessments are commensurate with the… Show More SPEAKERS Courtney Turner Third Party Risk Manager Deere & Co Courtney Turner is the Third-Party Risk Manager, with over 17 years of invaluable experience at John Deere. Courtney's career at John Deere began in Supply Management, where she spent the first decade specializing in areas such as Order Fulfillment Process (OFP), global growth initiatives, strategic sourcing, and managing indirect materials. Courtney shifted her focus to Information Security, dedicating over 7 years to mastering security banking regulations for audit and compliance… Show More Previous Next

Brian Shaw, VP of North America, Certa AI Third Party Risk By Exception Track 3: Surfing the Waves of Innovation & Automation Wednesday, April 9, 2025 2:10 - 3:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 3 SESSION DESCRIPTION Managing third-party risk is becoming increasingly complex, requiring organizations to balance speed, accuracy, and compliance while mitigating security threats. The latest industry trends emphasize a proactive, exception-based approach to risk management, leveraging automation and AI to enhance efficiency. By shifting from periodic assessments to real-time risk assessment, businesses can streamline… Show More SPEAKERS Brian Shaw VP of North America Certa.ai Brian has automated risk and compliance for over 25 years, supporting hundreds of Fortune 500 and mid-market firms across all industries. Since 2011, Brian has focused on Third-Party Risk, Compliance and Performance Management, Master Data Management and Know your Customer (KYC). At Certa, Brian serves as Vice President, Head of North America. Previous Next

Facilitated by Jonathan Ehret, Vice President, Strategy & Risk, Mastercard Industry Roundtable: Technology & FinTech Track 4: Charting the Course (Regulation & Compliance) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 1:00 - 1:50 PM Tides 1 & 2 SESSION DESCRIPTION Navigating Uncharted Waters: A Technology & FinTech Roundtable on TPRM Ahoy, Technology trailblazers and FinTech adventurers! Join us on the open seas for a roundtable where Technology and FinTech experts converge to discuss the unique third-party risk management challenges facing your industries. Together, we’ll explore the complexities of data privacy,… Show More SPEAKERS Previous Next

Julie Gaiaschi, CEO & Co-founder of the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) TPRA Trivia: How Well Do You Know TPRA? General Session Wednesday, April 9, 2025 4:10 - 5:00 PM Atlantic Ballroom 4-8, Main Level SESSION DESCRIPTION Think you know the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) inside and out? Put your knowledge to the test in our TPRA Trivia Showdown! This fun and interactive session will challenge attendees with questions about TPRA’s history, mission, events, membership benefits, key initiatives, and more. Compete for exciting prizes , including exclusive TPRA swag ,… Show More SPEAKERS Previous Next

Facilitated by Paul Kurtz, Senior Manager, Third Party Risk Management at First Century Bank, NA Industry Roundtable: Finance Track 1: Anchoring TPRM Essentials & Best Practices Tuesday, April 8, 2025 1:00 - 1:50 PM Atlantic Ballroom 1 SESSION DESCRIPTION Navigating the High Seas of Financial Risk: An Industry Roundtable on TPRM in Finance Ahoy, Finance mates! Ready to set sail on a lively discussion of TPRM challenges and innovations? Join us for an interactive roundtable where fellow finance pros will navigate through the stormy waters of third-party risk management… Show More SPEAKERS Franchesca Williams SVP, Director of Third Party Risk Management Ameris Bank Franchesca Williams is the SVP, Director of Third Party Risk Management at Ameris Bank and brings 15+ years of experience specializing in third-party risk management in the financial services sector. In her roles, she has been responsible for managing the third-party risk management program and team providing risk oversight and governance associated with third parties. Franchesca has extensive experience in the design and management of third-party risk management programs includin… Show More Previous Next