Money 2020 in Las Vegas
Welcome to Happy Hour - Sponsored by Bates Group
Trusted Compliance Expertise for Financial Services
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Let's talk about protecting what you're building.

Bates Group is a trusted partner to banks, fintechs, MSBs, RegTech firms, and financial service institutions. With over 40 years of experience, we deliver expert consulting and tailored solutions that help clients navigate compliance, licensing, risk management, financial crimes prevention, and emerging technologies. 

Our team of seasoned professionals, including former regulators and industry leaders, works alongside clients to design strong compliance frameworks, conduct independent reviews, and provide staffing and training support. 

From traditional banking to digital assets and AI governance, Bates helps organizations build resilience, meet regulatory expectations, and achieve sustainable growth. 

Learn more about who we serve and our services below.  Fill out the form if you’d like to connect over coffee or a quick bite in Vegas, or to schedule a call when you get back to discuss your business needs and challenges.

We’d love to learn more about you, your business objectives, and how Bates Group can help your organization grow with confidence.

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Who We Serve
  • Financial Service Organizations
  • Banking & Non-Bank Financial Firms
  • Financial Services & Payments Companies
  • Consumer & Commercial Finance
  • Money Movement & Digital Asset Platforms
  • Sponsor Banks and Embedded-Finance
  • RegTech & Infrastructure Providers
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Our Services
  • Strategic Advisory
  • Compliance Advisory
  • Risk Assessments
  • Model & System Validation
  • Money Transmitter Licensing & Ongoing Support
Meet the Sponsors
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Michael Lindemann, CAMS, CCI
Managing Director at Bates Group

Michael is a Managing Director in Bates Group’s MSB, FinTech, and Cryptocurrency Practice, and a results-driven financial services and compliance executive with over 18 years of experience in banking and fintech. He specializes in AML and regulatory compliance.

Michael has demonstrated executive leadership by overseeing large-scale projects, including federal regulatory remediation initiatives and model validations, and serving as a fractional Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) for multiple organizations. 

His exceptional leadership skills were showcased during his seven-year tenure as CCO for Monex USA and Monex Canada. With senior positions at Citi, Regions Financial, and Wells Fargo, he brings extensive knowledge and a proven track record in driving compliance initiatives.  Michael is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Certified Cryptocurrency.

Robin Garrison
Robin Garrison, CAMS-Audit
Managing Consultant at Bates Group

Robin Garrison has over 15 years’ experience in the industry, specializing in FinTech, Banking, Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS), RegTech, and cross-border remittances. With a strong focus on risk management and regulatory compliance, Robin has successfully developed and implemented robust compliance programs for both startups and established financial institutions. 

Robin has provided fractional Chief Compliance Officer services for fintechs and regtechs, as well as general compliance advisory and remediation services in AML/BSA/OFAC, Risk Management, program development, scaling and oversight, marketing/UDAP/UDAAP, consumer protection, banking, and product development. Her experience includes management and senior management level roles at companies such as Western Union, Wise, MainStreet Bank, Rize, and FirstBank. 

Robin is an active contributor to the industry, having participated as a speaker and panelist at numerous conferences and served on various advisory councils. She holds an advanced CAMS-Audit certification.