#NavigatingtheSpeedOfChange

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Outline the key responsibilities of advisors within the evolving regulatory landscape, emphasizing alignment with the broader assessment framework and upcoming compliance changes.

Cover critical regulatory updates, including licensing and suitability criteria, title protection, the Life and Health Agent Supervision Report, and the new MGA licensing rule, with focused 10-minute segments on each topic.

Discuss strategies and considerations for succession planning in financial advisory practices, emphasizing its relevance to long-term business sustainability and client trust.

Examine anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) responsibilities for advisors, focusing on compliance requirements, risk mitigation strategies, and industry best practices.

Provide an in-depth look at Total Cost Reporting (TCR), emphasizing its role in transparency, regulatory compliance, and enhancing client trust in financial services.

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Discuss the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in advisory workflows, from automation to decision-making support, and its implications for future assessment standards.

Identify common scams targeting advisors and clients, detailing emerging fraud tactics, regulatory safeguards, and proactive strategies to detect, prevent, and respond to financial threats.

Highlight the critical importance of cybersecurity for financial advisors, covering prevalent digital threats, best practices for data protection, and strategies for safeguarding client information.

Address upcoming regulatory shifts affecting advisors, including compliance challenges such as documentation requirements, adherence to FINTRAC guidelines, and evolving supervision standards.

Overview of emerging compliance expectations across the financial services regulatory landscape, including how Principles Based Regulation is informing the evolution of Manulife’s compliance programs, and why advisors should welcome compliance reviews as a collaborative opportunity to grow and protect their book of business.

Introduce the overarching framework of the assessment program, setting the stage for subsequent discussions by covering fundamental concepts and key expectations.

A deep dive into common pitfalls in financial advisory practices, featuring real-world case studies and expert insights on how advisors can navigate and avoid compliance missteps.