Webinars
Presented by:
Mike Loughnane, President, Loughnane Associates
Robert Bacon, Senior Instructor, Loughnane Associates
The Emerging Threats of Tren de Aragua and La Linea
Tren de Aragua and La Linea are entities that are both in collusion and conflict with cartels in Mexico. La Linea, for example, supports operational action moving fentanyl and other narcotics through Mexico into the United States. Tren de Aragua, by contrast, competes with Mexican cartels to take over their narcotics and other business lines.
This webinar will introduce Tren de Aragua and La Linea. Using case scenarios, we will discuss their business lines and activities such as the development of supply chains and money laundering in support of narcotics and other illicit activities.
Presented by:
Mike Loughnane, President, Loughnane Associates
Drugs and Sea Cucumbers: A Narcotics Supply from Mexico to New York
Beginning in 2013, criminal elements in Western New York devised a plan to purchase and import substantial quantities of cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl from a Mexican cartel. The network they created controlled the purchase, transport, distribution, and sale of the narcotics, as well as laundering the money to avoid detection. This webinar will discuss the business model used to facilitate this criminal network, including separation of duties, control structure, and financial control. We will discuss how the narcotics were initially stored in California, then transported through the use of fronts used as a cover for the movement of narcotics. We will also discuss the financial process developed to handle the illicit revenue generated.
Presented by:
Tyler Vose, Founder & CEO, Denali Defense Solutions
Mike Loughnane, President Loughnane Associates LLC
Unmasking Corruption: From Boardrooms to Borders
Identifying public corruption and commercial fraud has become increasingly prevalent, affecting governments, finance, businesses, and communities both locally and worldwide. Bribery is an active tool used to manipulate high-level government actors to engage in unethical and illegal practices, undermine trust, distort fair competition, and drain resources meant for public benefit. Officials may be tempted or coerced by cartels to facilitate and not interfere with the drug trade, human trafficking, or other illegal activities, resulting in increased risk to border security and trafficking of fentanyl and other drugs. This complex web of corruption spans various sectors, including public administration, law enforcement, and private industry, posing significant national security and economic stability challenges.
This webinar will provide participants with comprehensive insights into identifying and combating public and commercial corruption. The session will explore the nuanced definition of corruption, helping attendees distinguish between civil misconduct and criminal activities. We’ll delve into why corruption matters, examining its far-reaching consequences on society and institutions. The webinar will also analyze the motivations behind corrupt actions and teach participants to recognize red flags in various contexts. Attendees will gain knowledge of effective investigative techniques used to uncover corruption. The session will conclude with a thought-provoking case study focusing on border corruption, illustrating how criminal organizations can exploit vulnerabilities in security systems through both tangible and intangible incentives. Join us to enhance your understanding of this critical issue and learn how to contribute to the fight against corruption in all its forms.
Presented by:
James Lephew, Founder, Principal Consultant, AFC Group, LLC
Michael Loughnane, President, Loughnane Associates
High Stakes- How U.S. Casinos Facilitate Money Laundering from Fentanyl and Narcotics Trafficking
As concerns over illicit financial flows in the gaming industry continue to grow, this session will equip compliance professionals, casino executives, law enforcement agencies, and financial institutions with critical insights into how criminal organizations exploit casinos to launder proceeds from fentanyl and narcotics trafficking.
This webinar will examine the intersection of narcotics trafficking—particularly the fentanyl trade—and money laundering activities within U.S.-based casinos. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on how criminal organizations leverage gaming institutions to clean illicit funds, how to identify red flags associated with these activities, and best practices for strengthening anti-money laundering compliance in the casino industry.