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June 08, 2026

Navigating Broker-Dealer Regulatory Issues: Key Insights from the 2026 FINRA Examination Program

The 2026 FINRA Annual Regulatory Oversight Report provides broker-dealers with a comprehensive roadmap of current regulatory priorities and emerging risks. A significant highlight for this year is the introduction of GenAI: Continuing and Emerging Trends, reflecting FINRA's focus on how new technologies impact firm operations.

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June 07, 2026

FINRA's Evolving Examination Program: Transparency Enhancements

In a recent podcast, Senior Management discussed how FINRA is looking to evolve its examination program to be more risk-informed, efficient, and transparent. Their enhancements are aimed at reducing the regulatory burden on member firms while strengthening market integrity and investor protection. By leveraging new technology and internal data, FINRA intends to shift away from traditional, broad oversight toward a more targeted approach that focuses resources on the areas of greatest potential risk to investors.

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June 05, 2026

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• FINRA Programs
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• FINRA Sales Practice Issues
• FINRA and SEC Rules
• Assessment of Internal Controls
• Broker-Dealer Compliance and Supervision
• Broker-Dealer Regulatory Issues
• Risk Monitoring and Mitigation

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Diles Consulting

Our Mission

At Diles Consulting, our mission is to empower clients in the financial services sector by delivering personalized, expert regulatory and compliance solutions. We strive to foster a culture of transparency and integrity, ensuring that our clients navigate the detailed regulatory environment with confidence and clarity.

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Events Attended by Colleen Diles

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Securities Industry Expertise

Regulatory and Compliance Solutions
Founding Principal Colleen Diles

Diles Consulting is a powerhouse in the realm of regulatory and compliance solutions, spearheaded by President and Founding Principal Colleen Diles.

Sterling Expertise Securities Industry
25 Years Sterling Expertise

With over 25 years of sterling expertise in the securities industry, Colleen made significant contributions throughout her impressive tenure at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.

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Unparalleled Consultative Services

Our company prides itself on offering unparalleled consultative services across the United States and Canada. We are eager to expand our reach by pursuing opportunities in Europe and Asia.

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"Diles Consulting demonstrated an impressive command of the nuanced regulatory environment in which we operate. Colleen not only has a thorough understanding of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and SEC compliance requirements, but also a practical, solutions-oriented mindset that added significant value to our internal processes."

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"Colleen is great to work with as she is very knowledgeable and collegial. When I have needed some specific consulting and opinion she has been very responsive and helpful."

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"Working with Colleen Diles from Diles Consulting has been a very positive experience. She brought expertise, practical insight, and a calm, solutions-oriented approach that made a big difference as we worked through some complex compliance tasks."

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"Her work was meticulous, insightful, and delivered on time with exceptional clarity. The final report provided to our compliance team and senior leadership was both actionable and audit-ready, positioning us for continued success in maintaining full regulatory compliance."

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Chief Compliance Officer

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"Colleen was incredibly flexible with her time, easy to work with, and someone I could consistently rely on to help me get things done. On top of that, she’s a great teacher-she has a real gift for breaking down the fine points in a way that's easy to understand, especially when things get a bit technical."

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Exceptional Service & Tailored Solutions

Our clients are established professionals and firms currently operating in or seeking entry into the financial services industry, including broker-dealers and registered investment advisors. We provide them with the strategic guidance and regulatory support necessary to manage the complexities of this dynamic landscape.