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Mitigating IBOR Transition Risks

A panel of industry experts will gather at an exclusive event in Sydney to discuss the challenges and risks associated with the International Benchmark Overnight Rate (IBOR) transition.

Keynote Speakers

  • Nicola, General Manager of Audit for Wealth business at ANZ, will provide insights into the current state of IBOR transition and share lessons learned from her experience working with Barclays, HBOS, and the Financial Services Authority in the UK.
  • Pieter Bierkens, Interest Rate Benchmark Reform Lead at Commonwealth Bank of Australia, will discuss the key challenges facing the market as interest rate volatility increases.

Panel Discussion

The panel discussion, titled “Alleviating Outstanding IBOR Transition Pain Points,” will explore several critical topics:

  • What have we learned from the transition of non-USD LIBOR currencies?
  • How do you calculate an appropriate credit adjustment spread?
  • New risks emerged from the IBOR transition: what are the implications for financial institutions?

The panel will feature:

  • Pieter Bierkens, Interest Rate Benchmark Reform Lead at Commonwealth Bank of Australia
  • Ross Beaney, Senior Financial Markets Consultant at Martialis Consulting
  • Catherine Ford, Strategic Relationship Director at LCH
  • Duncan Marshall, Business Lead for ANZ’s LIBOR Transition Programme
  • Ravi Pandit, Executive Director Rates & OTC Products at CME Group

Fireside Chat

Immediately following the panel discussion, Peter Deans, a former Chief Risk Officer and Non-Executive Director of The RegTech Association, will engage in a fireside chat on “Fraud and Scams: Tackling Your Firm’s Vulnerability.” This interactive session will delve into the latest threats facing financial institutions, including investment scams and AML issues. Peter will share his expertise on innovative detection methods and preventative measures that can be introduced to mitigate these risks.

About the Event

The event is designed for senior financial professionals seeking to stay ahead of the curve on IBOR transition and related regulatory requirements. Attendees will benefit from the insights and expertise shared by our esteemed speakers, as well as opportunities for networking with peers and industry leaders.

Event Schedule

  • 9:00 am - Registration and Networking
  • 10:00 am - Panel Discussion: Alleviating Outstanding IBOR Transition Pain Points
  • 12:30 pm - Lunch Break
  • 1:30 pm - Fireside Chat: Fraud and Scams: Tackling Your Firm’s Vulnerability

For more information or to register for the event, please visit [website URL].