As global trade dynamics continue to shift, supply chain finance (SCF) programs are evolving to meet new economic, regulatory, and technological realities. This workshop brings together industry experts and corporate practitioners to explore the next generation of SCF and inventory finance solutions. Participants will gain insights into emerging frameworks, funding mechanisms, and the growing participation of non-bank players and private credit in supporting global supply chains.
Through real-world case studies, discussions and perspectives from our trainers and guest speakers, the workshop will provide a comprehensive view of where SCF is headed and leave attendees with a deeper understanding of how innovation, technology, and risk management are reshaping the future of supply chain finance.
This workshop is co-located with the BAFT Intenternational Trade and Payments Conference. Participants may choose to attend the workshop only or register for the full conference, which includes the workshop in the registration fee.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
This workshop is designed for bankers, corporate treasurers, trade and supply chain professionals, technology providers, and other stakeholders involved in structuring, funding, or managing supply chain finance programs.
All times are in Eastern Time (ET)
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
12:45 PM – 1:50 PM
Caryn Pace-Messenger
Managing Director, Global Trade and Supply Chain Finance
Bank of America
Alexander Malaket
President
OPUS Advisory Services International Inc.
1:50 PM– 2:25 PM
2:25 PM – 2:40 PM
2:40 PM – 3:20 PM
3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
4:00 PM
The Supply Chain Finance workshop is co-located at the BAFT International Trade and Payments Conference. There are two choices to register for the workshop:
Supply Chain Finance Workshop only includes registration for the training only and an option to add the Women in Transaction Banking Briefing for free. Both are on February 3, 2026.
| Supply Chain Finance Workshop ONLY | |||
| Registration Type | Early Bird Rate (Until December 16, 2025) |
Regular Rate (from December 17, 2025 – January 13, 2026) |
Last Minute Rate (After January 13, 2026) |
| Member | $400 USD | $500 USD | $600 USD |
| Non-Member | $650 USD | $7500 USD | $58500 USD |
International Trade and Payments full conference includes 3-full days of conference programming, access to both trade and payments session tracks, networking and awards events, the Women in Transaction Banking Briefing and both training workshops – Swift Payments Workshop and the Supply Chain Finance Workshop.
| International Trade and Payments FULL Conference | |||
| Registration Type | Early Bird Rate (Until December 5, 2025) |
Regular Rate (from December 6, 2025 – January 2, 2026) |
Last Minute Rate (After January 2, 2026) |
| Member | $1,400 USD | $1,550 USD | $1,700 USD |
| Member Team* | $1,200 USD | $1,350 USD | $1,500 USD |
| Non-Member | $1,700 USD | $1,850 USD | $2,000 USD |
*The Member Team rate applies to groups of 6 or more registering from the same institution at the same time. Please contact [email protected] to receive the member team rate.
Please note: You will be brought to the International Trade and Payments Conference registration page. If you are only attending the workshop, please choose Trainings, Briefing or Awards only to get the Workshop only price. Follow the steps to complete your registration.
Caryn Pace is a Managing Director in Global Payments Solutions at Bank of America. She heads Global Portfolio Management & Product Risk in Global Trade & Supply Chain. In this role, she has responsibility for the trade portfolio including monitoring, development of risk mitigation strategies, forecast impacts, and balance sheet management. Her team has oversight of risk mitigation on a portfolio and transaction level, including routines involving high risk transactions, asset quality, and business control. To drive and influence the global trade business strategy, she engages with clients and potential third party partnership opportunities to understand market perspective and evolving product needs. Caryn is a part of Bank of America’s Hispanic-Latino Executive Council. She serves on the GPS Social & Economic Action Council and is an active leader in junior talent initiatives. Previously, she held positions within global trade at J.P. Morgan where she worked for 12 years. She currently serves as a Vice-Chair on the International Chamber of Commerce Banking Commission. Caryn received her bachelor’s degree from Columbia University and is based in New York.
Alexander R. Malaket, CITP, is the President of OPUS Advisory Services International Inc., in Canada, and Founder and Managing Director of Trade Finance Associates Pte in Singapore. Mr. Malaket is recognized internationally as a specialist and senior consultant in international trade and trade finance, having advised top-tier financial services, corporate, government and international institution clients across the globe, and having developed and delivered a variety of training seminars on an international basis. Mr. Malaket serves as a member of the Executive Committee and Technical Advisor to the ICC Banking Commission in Paris, as Secretary/Treasurer of the World Trade Centre in Winnipeg and is a long-time member of the Toronto Regional Board of Trade/World Trade Centre, as well as a member of the SWIFT/ICC Industry Education Group on the Bank Payment Obligation. Alexander is a member of the Board of Directors of the Forum for International Trade Training, Ottawa, Canada. Alexander is the author of “Financing Trade and International Supply Chains”, published by Gower/Ashgate UK.
The 2026 Supply Chain Finance Workshop will be held at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson in Jersey City, NJ.
Book Your Room
A block of rooms at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson has been reserved exclusively for BAFT workshop attendees. These blocks of rooms often sell out, so book early to guarantee your room at the discounted attendee rate. The hotel booking deadline is January 15, 2026.
BAFT Guestroom Rate: USD$209 + tax
Please check cancellation policy when making your room reservation. For additional assistance, contact [email protected].