OCIF Raises Optics Concerns Over J5 Participation in Press Conference
Justin Cole alerts J5 communications colleagues that OCIF’s lawyers raised optics and legal concerns about J5 participation in their announcement, proposing a split into two press conference events; Simon York of HMRC’s Fraud Investigation Service endorses the split-event option.
OCIF Commissioner Introduces PR Consultant to IRS for Press Conference Coordination
OCIF Commissioner Natalia Zequeira introduces PR consultant Francisco Cimadevilla to IRS-CI’s Justin Cole to coordinate press release and conference logistics for the enforcement action against EuroPacific International, scheduled for June 30 at OCIF’s offices in Puerto Rico.
Operation Atlantis Global Communication Plan and Full Press Conference Media Strategy
The Global Communication Plan for Operation Atlantis details the J5 media strategy for Stage 2, outlining a joint press conference on June 30, 2022 in Puerto Rico, country-by-country communications deliverables, and a retrospective J5 Communication Snapshot evaluating media impact from the January 2020 Day of Action.
ATO Collaborates with J5 on Operation Atlantis Press Conference Logistics
Julie Holt of the Australian Taxation Office outlines plans for a joint global media conference to announce developments in Operation Atlantis, coordinating J5 and ATO communications support, including LinkedIn posts, media releases, and speaking notes for Jim Lee and Will Day representing the J5.
Motion for Reconsideration of Regulatory Decision
Document filed to request reconsideration of a regulatory decision affecting Euro Pacific Bank, presenting arguments to reverse or adjust the original ruling.
OCIF Denial of Transfer of Control Letter
Correspondence noting the OCIF’s denial of Euro Pacific Bank’s transfer of control to Qenta, citing concerns over ownership disclosure and associations with restricted entities.
Email Detailing Responses to Client Onboarding Allegations
Email from EPB’s Head of Compliance, Maria Goncalves, detailing responses to inquiries on client onboarding practices and verifying that compliance was managed internally.
IRS-CI Coordinates with Puerto Rico Government on OCIF Press Conference for Operation Atlantis
James C. Lee updates Douglas O’Donnell on coordination with the Puerto Rico government for an Operation Atlantis press event with OCIF, noting the event may be held at the Governor’s Mansion and that OCIF has been working with the US Federal Reserve on de-risking Puerto Rico banks.
IRS Identifies J5 Target Euro Pacific Bank for De-Banking; OCIF Primer Prepared for Deputy Commissioner
Jim Robnett identifies Euro Pacific Bank as the J5 financial institution target and forwards an OCIF primer prepared by Justin Cole for IRS-CI Chief Lee, intended to secure Deputy Commissioner approval before proceeding with press event planning alongside OCIF and the Puerto Rico government.
Euro Pacific Bank Progress Report to OCIF – Q1 2022
Progress report to the OCIF on Euro Pacific Bank’s adherence to a Consent Order, covering governance updates, strategic planning, and compliance with regulatory directives.