ACAMS US Capital Chapter March 2026 Virtual Event: Dealing with the new AI Internet: Open-Source Intelligence and AML Investigations

Chad Ratashak founded Midwest Frontier AI Consulting to help law firms and SMBs use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) responsibly through CLE and training. This may mean learning to get the most value they can out of an expensive subscription, learning to use free tools effectively, or making an informed decision not to use GenAI. Chad has a background in intelligence analysis, having worked in the FIU of a major financial institution and as a OSINT analyst and linguist for a defense contractor in DC area. Chad has previously spoken to BSA/AML professionals with ACAMS and other organizations on topics like ransomware, cryptocurrency, and terrorism finance.

A distinguished twenty-seven-year career law enforcement executive serving within the highest levels of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and its Homeland Security Investigations Directorate (HSI.) Excelled in multiple senior executive service positions to include Special Agent in Charge, Deputy Assistant Director and Director of International/Global Operations. Strong experience in leading globally disperse workforces of over 600 employees assigned to over 73 offices around the world. Formulated and properly executed a budget of over $200 million dollars, including congressionally mandated funds to develop and implement several high-level programs and initiatives.

Extraordinary record of success planning, developing, implementing, and managing global security operations that protect people, facilities, business environments, cyber/IT interests, business continuity, supply chains, and global commerce. Strong background and significant experience in leading global security operations involving anti money laundering operations, physical security, asset protection, intelligence and investigations, IT and cybersecurity units, risk management, business continuity, and emergency management.