The 12th National Conference on CFIUS, an essential event for those in the security sector, will feature a keynote address by Chris Pilkerton, the Assistant Secretary for Investment Security to the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
The address is scheduled for 8:45 a.m. on April 22, 2026, at the Convene Hamilton Square, Washington, DC. Pilkerton leads the inter-agency Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and oversees the outbound investment security program.
Profile of Chris Pilkerton
Mr. Pilkerton has a notable history of serving in senior government roles. His previous positions include Treasury General Counsel, Administrator and General Counsel at the U.S. Small Business Administration, and Senior Policy Advisor at the White House. His extensive experience will provide valuable insights into the dynamics of foreign investment security.
Distinguished Speakers
The conference will feature a range of esteemed government speakers
The conference will feature a range of esteemed government speakers, such as Jacob Marco, Special Assistant to the President (Economic Security) at the White House; Rob Law, Under Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; and Leyton Nelson, Deputy Director, U.S. Department of the Treasury. Other notable participants include Aristidis Kourkoumelis from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Jennifer Danner Riccardi from the European Union Delegation, and DeNeige Dojack from the Government of Canada's Innovation, Science and Economic Development branch.
CFIUS Conference Highlights
The American Conference Institute's (ACI) 12th National Forum on CFIUS is a central event for professionals dealing with the complexities of foreign investment and national security. Participants will engage in comprehensive discussions about the CFIUS landscape, including filing requirements and risk mitigation strategies.
The conference aims to provide attendees with exclusive insights into managing cross-border transactions while ensuring national security compliance, drawing knowledge from key figures and industry stakeholders.
The Assistant Secretary for Investment Security to the U.S. Department of the Treasury will give a keynote address at the 12th National Conference on CFIUS, at the Convene Hamilton Square, Washington, DC, on April 22-23, 2026. The keynote address is taking place at 8:45 a.m. on April 22.
In this role, Mr. Chris Pilkerton leads the inter-agency Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Outbound investment security program. Mr. Pilkerton previously served in appointed and acting senior government positions, including as Treasury General Counsel, Administrator and General Counsel at the U.S. Small Business Administration, and White House Senior Policy Advisor.
Investment security program
Mr. Pilkerton joins a distinguished faculty of government speakers at the conference, including:
- Jacob Marco, Special Assistant to the President (Economic Security), The White House
- Rob Law, Under Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Leyton Nelson, Deputy Director, U.S. Department of the Treasury
- Aristidis Kourkoumelis, Assistant Secretary for Trade and Economic Security, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Jennifer Danner Riccardi, Senior Advisor, Delegation of the European Union
- DeNeige Dojack, Senior Director, Investment Review, Foreign Investment Review and Economic Security (FIRES) Branch, Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Government of Canada
- Timothy Varley, Director, DON Foreign Investment Review, U.S. Department of the Navy
- Amanda Blair, Deputy Director, U.S. Department of the Treasury
- Jennifer Tharp, Supervisory Intelligence Analyst, Foreign Investment Unit, FBI
Risk mitigation strategies
ACI’s 12th National Forum on CFIUS is the leading event for professionals navigating the complexities of foreign investment and national security.
This premier conference provides in-depth discussions on the evolving CFIUS landscape, including filing requirements, risk mitigation strategies, and the impact of new regulations. Attendees will gain exclusive insights from government officials, industry experts, and key stakeholders on how to manage cross-border transactions while safeguarding national security interests.
