Helping Communities Identify Red Flags

Starting Out 

CFEs are the front line in the battle against fraud. We relentlessly identify and investigate fraud and financial malfeasance and educate ourselves about the nuances of fraud, the most recent schemes and the best investigative skills. However, we should also educate those we know. This column explores the red flags that we, as new and budding fraud examiners (and veterans), can teach our families, friends, coworkers, employees, managers and communities to look for when they engage in business and social dealings.