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🚢 Join ITFA's Upcoming #Webinar: "Electronic Bills of Lading and Borrowing Base Facilities" 📅 Wednesday, 5 February 2025 🌟 Discover the surprising benefits of using #Electronic Bills of Lading (eBLs) and why borrowing base facilities are gaining traction among non-bank lenders. While #eBLs aren’t new, advances in #technology and legal frameworks have enabled their broader adoption, revealing advantages that go far beyond logistics. From enhancing bank #regulatory #capital in the wake of #Basel changes to attracting new non-bank participants, the value of eBLs in #tradefinance is becoming undeniable. 💡 What to Expect: Our panel of industry experts, moderated by Sean Edwards, Chairman of ITFA, will delve into: ✔️ Insights into ground breaking borrowing base transactions by Pareto Securities and Trafigura ✔️ Overcoming operational and legal challenges in incorporating eBLs ✔️ Understanding regulatory capital benefits, such as reduced #LGD and #operationalrisk 👩💻 Featured Speakers: Peter Hopkins, Co-founder of DRUM Advisory Shobhit Singh, Head of Metals, Minerals & Bulk at Trafigura Rebecca Shepherd, Senior Associate at Clifford Chance Veronika Koroleva, Partner at gunnercooke Michele Sancricca, Co-founder of Secro Orla Duffy, Regulatory Capital Expert at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation – SMBC Group 📌 Webinar Details: 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 5 February 2025 ⏰ Time: 14.00 UK / 15.00 CET / 9.00 EST 💻 Platform: Zoom (joining details will be shared closer to the event) 🔒 Exclusive to ITFA #Members 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dBGBaZ78 📚 This session is part of ITFA's commitment to fostering professional #development and excellence within the trade finance community. 📩 Don’t miss out on this enlightening event—secure your spot today! 🌐 #ITFA #itfaevents2025 #webinar #knowledsharing #tradefinance #membershipbenefits Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro

🌟 SAVE THE DATE: ITFA / FCI Workshop 🌟 📅 13th May 2025 📍 Docklands area, London The ITFA Board is thrilled to announce a collaborative workshop with FCI , taking place during the EBRD TFP Day on Tuesday, 13 May 2025, from 9:00 to 13:00. 🎯 Stay tuned for further details, including the agenda and registration link—coming soon! In the meantime, mark your calendars 🗓️ and get ready to join us for this exciting event. 💬 We can't wait to welcome your participation and engage with the #tradefinance community! #ITFA #FCI #itfaevents2025 #Workshop #Networking #London #knowledgesharing Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Gwendoline de Viron | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We’re just over a month away from Trade Finance Global (TFG)’s Women in Trade, Treasury & Payments 2025 event! 🎉 This inspiring gathering will take place at the elegant Lansdowne Club in London on 27 February 2025, from 9am to 4pm. As proud ITFA #members, we’re thrilled to announce that we have three #complimentary tickets 🎟️ to give away plus an exclusive 10% #discount on tickets (early bird rate £500, valid until 24 January). Use the code ITFA at checkout! 💃✨ This year’s theme, ‘Sustainability’, will focus on #futureproofing trade, #treasury, and #payments. 🌍💼 We’re especially excited to share that our very own Sian Aspinall will be attending! 💼🌟 📢 Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to #network, #learn, and be inspired by industry #leaders. 👉 Apply for your complimentary ticket today: https://lnkd.in/d7KuqAHC Let’s come together to #AccelerateAction for a sustainable future! 🌟🌱 #WomenInTrade #Treasury #Sustainability #Networking #Leadership #TradeFinance #Payments #membershipbenefits Shannon Manders | Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro

🔍 Exciting Opportunity: ITFA Chief of Staff Are you a strategic thinker with exceptional organizational and leadership skills? We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Association as the ITFA Chief of Staff. In this pivotal role, the selected candidate will be expected to collaborate with the ITFA board, committees and a small secretariat team to initiate, oversee and/or contribute to various tasks and initiatives that advance ITFA’s goals. Interested in this exciting opportunity? Click here https://lnkd.in/ddpVtg-4 for more information about the role. We look forward to hearing from you! Apply by sending your detailed Curriculum Vitae along with a covering letter, addressed to the ITFA Board, to info@itfa.org by latest Monday 3rd February 2025. #itfagrowth #team #professional #consultancy #opportunity Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Swaroop N L N Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Duncan Friggieri Helena Manicaro Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC)

🌟 Join ITFA at GTR MENA - Trade and export finance conference 2025 in Dubai – Exclusive ITFA Roundtable, ITFA #Seminar & #Member #Discounts! We are excited to announce that ITFA is once again partnering with Global Trade Review (GTR) for GTR MENA - Trade and export finance conference 2025, taking place on 📅 February 18-19, 2025, at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel in Dubai. This two-day event is set to welcome over 1,000+ participants for insightful discussions and unparalleled networking opportunities. 🤝✨ What’s Happening? Day 1: Exclusive ITFA Roundtable 🔄 💡 The Leadership Pipeline: The Future of Work in Transaction Banking This engaging #roundtable will focus on the evolving dynamics of #leadership in #transactionbanking, highlighting how women are driving change in the industry. 🌍👩💼 Participants will discuss #challenges, #opportunities, and best practices for fostering a more inclusive future. Day 2: ITFA Middle East Regional Committee Seminar 🎙️ ⏰ 14:30 hrs onwards 📊 Panel 1: Basel 3 Implementation – Navigating the Impact on Trade Finance. Dive into how #financialinstitutions and #treasurers are adapting to stricter capital requirements and liquidity measures under Basel 3 regulations. Gain actionable insights to ensure compliance while maintaining the critical flow of trade finance. 📈🌐 🧾 Panel 2: Accounting Standards – What’s New? Stay ahead with updates on evolving trade finance accounting standards. Learn practical approaches to #compliance, #transparency, and #riskmanagement. 📘✔️ Exclusive ITFA Member Benefits 🎁 🎫 Complimentary corporate rate passes for members in categories like #exporters, #importers, #manufacturers, #traders, and producers of physical goods. 💸 Discounted passes: 🔴 2 passes at 50% discount (1 per institution, first-come-first serve). ⚫ All other passes at 10% discount for @ITFA #members. 📧 To claim your pass, email sec@itfa.org with your full details (name, job title, organization, email, country, phone number). 🔗 Learn more about the event here https://lnkd.in/dy6mzERs #ITFA #GTRMENA2025 #TradeFinance #Leadership #Basel3 #Networking #InclusiveFuture #knowledgesharing #itfaevents2025 Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 ITFA is delighted to announce partnership with Trade Finance Global (TFG) for the Women in Trade, Treasury & Payments 2025 event, happening in London on 27 February 2025! 🎯 This exclusive event for women in #trade, #treasury, and #payments will bring together industry leaders for intimate roundtable discussions. Key topics include: 💡 #Sustainability 💡 Futureproofing the industry 💡 Addressing the #gender gap 👩💼 As #members of ITFA, we’ve secured an exclusive 10% discount for the event! Use the code ITFA on checkout to claim your discount. 🚨 Don’t miss out—Early bird ticket rates end on 24 January 2025 🔗 Learn more and secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/eJQdKJVr. Let’s come together to #AccelerateAction and shape the future of our industry! #WomenInTrade #TradeFinance #Treasury #Payments #Leadership #membershipbenefits Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | Shannon Manders | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro

📢 eBSI Diploma in Trade Finance - Special ITFA Members-Only OFFERS! 🌟Once again ITFA has partnered with eBSI Export Academy to provide you with reduced tuition fees on the #Diploma in #TradeFinance. 📚This online #Diploma program covers both #tradepractice and #tradefinance in order to provide a comprehensive coverage of trade for trade finance professionals. This program is ideal for anyone seeking to prepare themselves for either #CITF or #CDCS / #CSDG exams from London Institute of Banking and Finance or any trade finance qualification. It is an ideal on-boarding tool for professionals entering the Trade Finance department of banks or corporates!   💰Standard Price: EUR 600 – ITFA #Member Price: EUR 300 per participant (valid until 31 January 2025). 📧 If you want to take advantage of this renewed opportunity, please forward your interest by email to sec@itfa.org. 🔗 To explore what more courses eBSI Export Academy offer please click here https://www.ebsi.ie/ We welcome any questions you might have. 🎯We trust, you will avail yourself of this special offer! #TradeFinance #ProfessionalDevelopment #ITFA #eBSI #Education #knowledgesharing #membershipbenefits Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro

🎉Exclusive 50% Discount on CPD Catalogue Subscriptions for ITFA #Members 🎓✨ ITFA is pleased to announce a special offer in collaboration with eBSI Export Academy, 🌟 providing ITFA members with a 50% discount on their comprehensive CPD-accredited corporate #elearning catalog of over 550 course units of on average 2 hours duration each. 💼This offer is available for both annual and monthly group subscriptions, with the discounts already applied. Please click here https://www.ebsi.ie/ for more information. 🌟What´s more, new courses are constantly under development and will be added to your catalog subscription as they become available. Course units cover a variety of topic areas such as #ExportMarketing, #InternationalTrade, #Logistics and SCM (#SupplyChainManagement), #TradeFinance, #PersonalDevelopment, #DigitalMarketing, #AdministrativeSkills, #CareerDevelopment, #HealthandSafety, #HumanResources, #Management and #Leadership, #SalesandMarketing, #WorkplaceEssentials, and #MSOfficeSkills. 📧To take advantage of this exclusive offer, please contact the ITFA Secretariat on sec@itfa.org to confirm your eligibility. For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to contact us. 🚀As always, we do hope that our members make the most of the additional benefits that ITFA is bringing to them through such collaborations. #ITFA #CPD #knowledgesharing #Collaboration #eLearning #membershipbenefits #development #careerdevelopment Sean Edwards | Lorna Pillow | André Casterman | Chris Hall | Duarte Pedreira | Hernan Mayol | Swaroop N L N | Paul Coles | Sian Aspinall | Silja Calac | Simon Cook | ITFA Americas (AMRC) | ITFA Middle East | Duncan Friggieri | Lanika Vella Desira | Petra O'Connell | Alexia Vella | Alison Muscat | Helena Manicaro