Make contacts and exchange ideas with peers and industry leaders during our dedicated networking opportunities.
New Member Orientation
Sunday, July 25
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Registration for this event is complimentary New ACFE members attending the 21st Annual Fraud Conference are invited to attend a special New Member Orientation before the Welcome Reception. Join other new members to learn more about the CFE credential, member benefits, online resources, chapter participation and more. Meet ACFE leaders, volunteers and staff who will share insight on how to get the most out of your membership and answer any questions you might have.
Welcome Reception
Exhibit Hall
Sunday, July 25
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Registration for this event is complimentaryJoin us in the Exhibit Hall as the ACFE hosts a Welcome Reception for conference attendees. This is the perfect opportunity for you to meet vendors while getting a sneak peek at the latest anti-fraud services and products available today as you enjoy refreshments and light hors d'oeuvres.
Attendee Networking Reception
The Sunset Room at National Harbor
Tuesday, July 27
5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Pre-register and pay for tickets (before conference): $55 per person
Tickets at Conference: $75 per person
Network with fellow attendees, ACFE faculty and staff while taking in D.C.’s picturesque views and historic landmarks from the banks of the Potomac River at the Attendee Networking Reception. Enjoy drinks and light hors d’oeuvres while building your professional and social network. This event provides a great opportunity to meet new colleagues and potential clients and customers, as well as catch up with old friends in a relaxed, social setting. Note: Admission is for registered attendees and their guests by ticket only. Guests must be 21 years of age or older, photo ID required. The Sunset Room is a non-smoking facility. All smokers must be a minimum 25 feet away from building entries. This will be strictly enforced.
Author Meet & Greet
Mingle with the authors of the ACFE's bestselling books at daily author meet and greet events. You can even get their autographs and add value to your new purchases. Books are available for purchase online before the conference and at the ACFE Bookstore onsite.
Silent Auction
Support the future of the anti-fraud profession while having fun at the ACFE Foundation-sponsored Silent Auction. All proceeds from the auction are donated to the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship program. In 2009, the ACFE Foundation awarded $30,000 in scholarships, and since its inception, more than $270,000 in scholarships have been distributed to deserving students worldwide. Visit the Silent Auction and support the future of fraud prevention.
Industry-Focused Networking
Meet the right people for knowledge sharing, best practices and career connections at our new industry-focused networking events. These events focus entirely on bringing together professionals with similar interests who share the same daily challenges. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to discuss the most important issues affecting your profession and how you can make a difference. Opportunities to network with like-minded professionals will be available at specially marked tables in the conference general sessions, working lunches and an industry networking lounge located in the Exhibit Hall.
Monday, July 268:00 – 8:30 a.m..............................Financial Institutions
9:50 – 10:20 a.m............................Government and Law Enforcement
1:10 – 1:40 p.m..............................Women in Anti-Fraud Profession
3:00 – 3:30 p.m..............................Insurance
Tuesday, July 27
8:00 – 8:30 a.m..............................Young Professionals
9:50 – 10:20 a.m............................ Governance, Risk and Compliance
Note: If we have left out your interest group or industry, we encourage you to organize your own networking session using the bulletin boards near registration at the conference.