Securities Finance Symposium

8.50am - 9.00am Introduction with Ed Corral, Conference Chair

08:50am - 9:40am
How Innovation and New Perspectives Will Shape the Future of Securities Finance

Join us for an interactive panel discussion where we explore the dynamic intersection of personal and business aspects within the securities finance industry. Our panel, featuring industry colleagues at various stages of their careers, will delve into themes of diverse perspectives and innovation. Discover how technology enhancements and automation are reshaping the industry and hear unique insights that help drive its progression. During the panel, the audience will have the chance to participate in an interactive activity designed to spark thoughtful conversations with peers. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, share, and connect with industry colleagues as we kick off the morning

Moderator
Meredith Roderick, Head of BBH's US Securities Lending Relationship Management
Brown Brothers Harriman

Panellists
Paige Carey, Assistant Vice President, Prime Services Trading, Financing Solutions
State Street

Brooke Hughes, Vice President Securities Finance
Fidelity Investments

Mike Norwood, Director, Head of Trading Solutions
EquiLend

Nancy Striker, Senior Director, Global Securities Finance Product Management, FIS Trading and Processing
FIS

9:40am – 10:30am
The Future of US Treasury Clearing: Implementing Mandatory Central Clearing

As the industry adapts to mandatory central clearing for US Treasury “Cash Trades” on 31st Dec 2026 and repos on 30th June 2027, this session explores the operational, technical, and risk management implications along with discussing steps to readiness and early implementations. Leaders from clearing houses, custodians, and major dealers will share insights on infrastructure requirements, margin methodology changes, and the transformation of liquidity management practices.

Moderator
Andrew Lazar, Managing Director, Head of Rates Sales
Buckler Securities

Matt Peabody, Director, Securities Finance Strategy and Commercialization Enablement
BNY

Panellists
Shiv Rao, Chairman and Founder
Sunthay

Jeff Sowell, VP, Financing Solutions, Head of Product Strategy North America
State Street

Colleen Stapleton, Product Manager, MarketAxess Match
MarketAxess

11.00am – 11.50am
The Regulatory Horizon: Navigating New Requirements in Securities Finance

A comprehensive examination of the evolving regulatory landscape, focusing on SEC Rule 10c-1, enhanced transparency requirements, and the implementation and testing challenges facing market participants. Senior regulators and compliance experts will discuss practical approaches to meeting new reporting obligations and the impact on operational processes.

Moderator
Ranada Fergerson, Managing Director and Senior Counsel covering Global Securities Lending
Brown Brothers Harriman

Panellists
Dean Bruyns, Executive Director
S&P Global Market Intelligence Cappitech

Jonathan Lee, Snior Regulatory Reporting Specialist
Kaizen

Nancy Steiker, Senior Director, Global Securities Finance Product Management
FIS

Tom Veneziano, Head of North America Product
Pirum

11:50am - 12:40pm
Automation in Securities Finance: The Future is Now

Join us as we explore the transformative impact of automation and artificial intelligence on the securities finance industry. This panel will discuss how these technologies can streamline operations, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency. Industry experts will share their insights on the latest trends, benefits, and challenges of adopting automation technologies, and how these advancements can help firms stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Moderator
Gavin Marcus, Head of North America Sales
S&P Global Market Intelligence Cappitech

Panellists
Ross Levin, Head of Strategy
Trading Apps

Harsh Devpura, Principal, Product Owner, Securities Finance
OCC

Mike Norwood, Director, Head of Trading Solutions
EquiLend

Alvin Oh, Global Head of Securities Lending Product
Wematch.live

William J Pepe Jr
Interactive Brokers Group

Bob Zekraus, Head of Business Development for Global Securities Lending
GLMX

14:00pm – 14:50pm
Blockchain, Digital Assets, and the Growing Digitisation of Securities Finance

From blockchain-based platforms to the use of digital assets, this panel will discuss the increasing digitisation of the securities finance industry. Covering repo, securities lending, custody solutions, collateral management innovations, and the development of crypto-native lending markets, panellists will look at the cutting-edge developments revolutionising the industry.

Moderator
Steve Everett, Chief Commercial Officer CDS
TMX

Panellists
Vinod Jain, Strategic Advisor, Capital Markets
Datos Insights

Joseph Spiro, Product Director
DTCC

Greg Wagner, Former Managing Partner, Aeonic Digital Assets

Dave Weisberger, Co Founder Emerirus
CoinRoutes

15:10pm - 16:00pm
The future of collateral management and optimisation

Closing the day with a strategic view of collateral management evolution, this panel explores the impact of regulatory changes, market structure developments, and technological innovation on collateral optimisation. Discussion will include the role of AI in collateral management, cross-border mobilisation challenges, and emerging best practices in collateral transformation.

Moderator
Michael Newallo, President
InSecFi Corp

Panellists
Amy Caruso, Head of Collateral Initiatives
ISDA

Ed Corrall, Head of Collateral Services
Pirum

Steve Everett, Chief Commercial Officer CDS
TMX

Eileen Herlihy, Managing Director, Global Head of Trading Services
J.P. Morgan

Ted Leveroni, Head of Margin Services
BNY