Philo4Thought FinTech & AI Governance

Join us for the 2nd Annual FinTech & AI Governance Forum at the iconic World Trade Center on November 20th! Hosted in collaboration with Philo4Thought and leading industry partners, this premiere event brings together top executives, academics, and regulatory experts to explore the future of AI ethics, financial technology, and international policy.

• Date: Friday, November 20th

• Location: World Trade Center, New York, NY

• Holiday Reception: Immediately following the forum at Skinos NYC

• Registration: Advanced online registration is strictly required for security entry.

Welcome to the 2nd Annual FinTech & AI Governance Forum! Following last year’s sold-out gathering, this year’s forum brings together thought leaders, founders, academic experts, and governance pioneers to discuss how emerging technologies are shaping global finance, regulatory compliance, and ethical AI implementation.

Program Schedule & Highlights

• Welcome Address:

  • Prof. Chris Salboudis (CPDC, Philo4Thought)

  • Phillip Grandison (New York Life)

• Opening Remarks:

  • Petros Dorizas (Consulate General of Greece in New York)

• Keynote Speaker:

  • Julie Lamb (CryptoMonday / Wall Street)

• Featured Author:

  • Shoshana Rosenberg (Practical AI Governance)

• Closing Remarks:

  • Louis Katsos (EMBCA)

Panel Topics

1. PANEL 1: AI Governance Forum

   Navigating ethical frameworks, compliance, and responsible AI implementation in modern enterprise.

2. PANEL 2: FinTech Governance Forum

   Exploring regulatory shifts, digital asset integration, and the evolving landscape of financial technology.

3. PANEL 3: Global Impact of AI Integration and Governance

   Analyzing cross-border regulatory trends, economic implications, and international tech standards.

Featured Speakers & Moderators

Featured Speakers

• John Arvanitis

• Maria Filipakis

• Christina Gotsis

• George Panagiotakopoulos

• Christopher Phillips

• Shoshana Rosenberg

Event Moderators

• Denise M. Dragos (St. John's University, The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies)

• Steve Nunez, MSOLM (Borough of Manhattan Community College)

• Leo Tang (New York Life)

• Andreas Xenofontos (Philo4Thought Hellenic Mentoring Initiative)

Exclusive Networking & Holiday Reception

Directly following the forum, all registered attendees are invited to join us for our Holiday Reception at Skinos NYC. Connect with speakers, panelists, and fellow leaders over refreshments in an intimate evening setting.

Important Registration & Security Notice

Due to World Trade Center security protocols, advanced online registration is strictly required. Unregistered walk-ins will not be permitted access to the venue. Please ensure all attendee names match official government-issued photo IDs.

Special Thanks to Our Steering & Coordination Committee:

Phillip Grandison, Steve Nunez (MSOLM), John C. Calderon, Julius Villanueva, John Kapetanos, Luca Iandoli, George Panagiotakopoulos, Samantha Samant, Denise M. Dragos, James Kinsley, and their respective teams.