The Puerto Rico Financial Services Forum has opened registration for its sixth edition, scheduled for November 2–3, 2026, at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan. Recognized as a premier Caribbean gathering for international banking and insurance, the event brings together senior executives, regulators, and thought leaders from across the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
This year's program expands its international scope with high-level discussions on key industry issues. Topics include artificial intelligence in insurance and financial crime compliance, fintech and Banking-as-a-Service, correspondent banking, captive insurance, AML and sanctions, digital assets, regulatory priorities, and investment strategies. These sessions aim to address the evolving challenges and opportunities shaping the financial services landscape.
Featured speakers include Mónica Rodríguez, Commissioner of Financial Institutions; Suzette del Valle, Commissioner of Insurance of Puerto Rico; and prominent industry leaders such as Angelo Colombo of AIG, David White of Morgan White Group, Jeff Radke of Accelerant, and Zahira Rodríguez Gonzalvo of Popular. The agenda also features experts in banking, fintech, and compliance, including Stephanie L. Connor of Holland and Knight, Christian Ford of DLA Piper, Zachary Kessler of the U.S. Department of Treasury, and Rebecca “Becky” Schauer of Blue Ridge Bank. Additional speakers cover emerging topics like digital assets and financial crime, with James Lee of Chainalysis, Dustin Palmer of Anchorage Digital Bank, Dennis Lormel of DML Associates, and others.
The forum will also feature a keynote address by Ignacio Gomez, an award-winning investigative journalist known for exposing corruption and financial misconduct globally. Organizers emphasize that the event serves as more than a conference; it is a networking hub where decision-makers connect and explore collaboration opportunities. Hugo Cordova, President of the Puerto Rico International Insurers Association (PRIIA), stated that the forum has established itself as a high-level destination for industry dialogue. Eduardo Colón, President of the Puerto Rico International Banks Association (PRIBA), highlighted that it strengthens Puerto Rico's position as a hub for international banks and insurers.
Sponsors and participants will gain direct access to a specialized audience, providing valuable opportunities for brand visibility and strategic engagement. With the financial services sector evolving rapidly, the forum aims to foster discussions that drive innovation and regulatory understanding. Organizers encourage early registration as additional speakers and sessions will be announced in the coming weeks. The event is hosted by PRIIA and PRIBA and has grown annually since its inception.
The forum underscores the Caribbean's growing significance in global financial services, offering a platform for addressing regional challenges and leveraging new opportunities. For more information, visit the forum's website at www.financialservicesforumpr.com.
