COMPLIANCE CONVERSATIONS TRACK: Federal & State Licensing and Reporting

Partner, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP

Jedd R. Bellman, Partner in the Washington, D.C., office of Orrick, assists banks, mortgage companies, auto lenders, debt collectors, money services businesses and fintechs on a variety of licensing, regulatory and enforcement matters, bringing a wealth of consumer financial services experience gleaned from more than a decade in government service.

Director of Government Affairs, Weiner Brodsky Kider PC

Bob Niemi, CMB, Director of Government Affairs for Weiner Brodsky Kider PC, brings a unique perspective from his experience and relationships to advise lenders on a wide array of regulatory and compliance matters. His commitment to the industry extends beyond his day-to-day responsibilities at WBK, serving on the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators Advisory Council, Vice Chair of the State Legislative Regulatory Committee, and serves as a Director for the Florida MBA. Niemi's contributions to the mortgage industry have been instrumental in shaping regulatory practices, including national efforts to reform state remote work legislation and was awarded the Outstanding State & Local Association Leadership Award by the MBA and the AARMR Distinguished Service Award in 2024.