Event

ACAMS Central Florida Chapter April 2026 Event: Collaborative Strategies Against Human Trafficking During Major Events

April 29, 2026 / 4:30PM–8PM EST • In-Person • 881 Carillon Pkwy, St Petersburg, FL 33716 • 2 ACAMS Credits
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Overview

This year’s discussion will focus on the FIFA World Cup and our collective efforts to combat human trafficking, given the significant influx of visitors to the state. Federal and state law enforcement agencies, along with non-governmental organizations, will convene to address challenges, share strategies, and reinforce their commitment to preventing and responding to human trafficking during major international events.

Agenda

Registration Opens: 4:30 pm
Presentations Start: 5:00pm
Presentation Ends: 7:00pm
Close of Event: 8:00pm
Networking Hour: 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Venue

Raymond James Tower 3 Community Center
881 Carillon Pkwy, St. Petersburg, FL 33716
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Credits

2 ACAMS Credit

Chapter Members - in order to receive ACAMS credits for this event, please sign up with the same email address used with your Member profile.

Speakers

John Yancy
Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge
Homeland Security Investigations
Larry Gamboa
Acting Unit Chief
Center for Countering Human Trafficking
Rita Pavan Peters
Special Counsel
Office of the Attorney General Office of Statewide Prosecution
Shelly M. Wagers
Associate Professor/BRIGHT Director
University of South Florida/Department of Criminology