Fraud Conference 2024 WEBCAST
Overview
Join us for a dynamic virtual experience at the WSCPA Fraud Conference, where industry professionals, thought leaders, and emerging talent come together to tackle the most pressing issues in fraud prevention and cybersecurity.
Our closing keynote session, "Fraud Busting with the FBI: Case Studies and Trends," will be presented by Special Agent Jared Walter Young from the FBI. Dive deep into real-world fraud investigations and explore the latest trends in white-collar crime. Gain invaluable insights that can help safeguard your organization against fraudsters.
In addition, NINJIO's CMO Tom Richards will share strategies to foster behavioral change in your team, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity protocols and protecting your organization from potential threats. We'll also feature a panel of CFE professionals sharing tips and tricks for conducting investigative interviews.
Finally, join us for the thrilling 3rd Annual “Fraudies” award show, hosted by Mitchell Hansen and Mike Nurse of Clark Nuber. This year’s event will dive deep into the top 10 fraud cases of the year, revealing the intricate details of the schemes and the ingenious methods used to uncover them. Learn valuable lessons from these real-world examples to fortify your fraud prevention strategies. Plus, discover the essential steps to take if you suspect fraud. Grab your popcorn and prepare for an engaging session!
Interested in networking with students? Attendees who register to attend in-person will have the exclusive opportunity to connect with accounting students from Bellevue College and UW Bothell during our final session and networking event. This is your chance to engage with the next generation of professionals while gaining fresh perspectives on the future of fraud prevention. Space is limited for the in-person event, so register early to secure your spot.
More sessions will be updated here as they are confirmed. Whether you join us online or in person, don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and build a stronger, fraud-resistant organization.
Highlights
- Dive deep into real-world fraud investigations and explore the latest trends in white-collar crime.
- Gain invaluable insights that can help safeguard your organization against fraudsters.
- Explore strategies to foster behavioral change in your team, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity protocols and protecting your organization from potential threats.
Prerequisites
None.
Designed For
CPAs and auditing professionals.
Objectives
Tackle the most pressing issues in fraud prevention and cybersecurity.
Preparation
None.
Thursday, December 5
General Session
- Registration, Sign-in, and Breakfast
General Session
- Welcome and Announcements
General Session
- New Federal Requirement: Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting
Channing Mavrellis, Financial Crimes Enforcement NetworkChanning Mavrellis
Ms. Channing Mavrellis is a Guidance and Outreach Advisor with the Financial Crime Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) Beneficial Ownership and Transparency Unit. Her work at FinCEN involves the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act as well as drafting guidance on issues including trade-based money laundering, human trafficking, and environmental crimes. Prior to joining FinCEN, Ms. Mavrellis was the Illicit Trade Director at Global Financial Integrity, a think tank focused on combatting illicit financial flows. There her work focused on the intersection of illicit finance, transnational crime, and international trade, and included authoring several reports as well as testifying twice before Congress. Ms. Mavrellis received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin and her Master’s degree from American University.
The Corporate Transparency Act requires many companies doing business in the United States, including startups, to report information to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) about who ultimately owns or controls them. Join a FinCEN representative for information on beneficial ownership reporting and how to comply with the law.
General Session
- Break
General Session
- Recent Fraud Cases and Lessons Learned
Sami El Kurdy, United States X Advisors Washington CPAs PS
General Session
- Break
General Session
- Reduce Liability with a Good Whistleblower Program
Duncan Will, Loss Prevention Manager & Accounting, CAMICO Mutual Insurance CoDuncan Will
Mr. Will leverages his more than 40 years of experience in accounting, including public accounting, forensic accounting, consulting, and audit and tax compliance, to deliver to policyholders the high-touch, high-quality CAMICO experience. He works closely with the Loss Prevention Specialists to manage the department’s efforts to deliver policyholder service. Will’s specialties are accounting and auditing and business valuation-related risk management. He advises policyholders through the CAMICO Loss Prevention Hotline, speaks to CPA groups, and writes articles on a wide range of accounting risk management and ethics topics. Topics of particular interest include complying with the AICPA’s Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services, doubts about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, cyber-security, and serving clients in the cannabis industry. Will began his accounting career in 1979 as a staff accountant in the Washington, D.C. area and spent most of his public accounting career in California and Florida. He earned a Bachelor of Science in accounting from the University of Maryland and is Accredited in Business Valuation and Certified in Financial Forensics. A Certified Fraud Examiner, Will is an active member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners; has supplemented his education with college courses at the University of Baltimore, Golden Gate University, and Florida Atlantic University; and welcomes opportunities to expand his knowledge over a broad spectrum of accounting-related curricula.
General Session
- Break
General Session
- AI in Fraud Detection
Octavio Laos, ArmaninoOctavio Laos
Octavio is the leader of Armanino’s AI Lab, which has been a steady presence in the accounting and audit industry for over five years. The lab focuses on practical AI applications, such as improving customer interactions with chatbots, enhancing efficiency through process automation, and providing actionable foresight with predictive analytics.
As a speaker, Octavio has a knack for explaining complex AI topics in an approachable way, making them understandable for professionals across various fields. His engaging presentations at industry conferences and the “Armanino Intelligence” series on LinkedIn Live reflect his expertise. His authority in the field is also recognized through collaborations on academic papers and features in media outlets like Fox Business.
Octavio advocates for making AI an integral, everyday tool in business—a goal the AI Lab pursues with a team-focused approach. It’s about evolving with technology in a way that serves real business needs, not just following the latest trends.
David Togami
David Togami, CPA, is a Senior Manager in Armanino’s Growth Office, Data & Analytics group. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, David moved to Washington to attend Gonzaga University. Throughout his career, David has worked in a range of industries, including public accounting, aviation, intermodal operations, information security, and DevOps. Outside of work, David is an adjunct instructor at Gonzaga University and trains at a local Thai boxing gym.
General Session
- Lunch Break
General Session
- Uncovering the Truth: Investigative Interviewing Techniques in Fraud Investigations
Richard Burger Mackey, Internal Audit, Microsoft CorporationRichard Burger Mackey
Richard Burger, CPA, CIA, has 20 years of financial, compliance and assurance experience and has demonstrated proficiencies in executing governance, risk, and control design reengineering across a diverse product/service portfolio involving a multitude of business functions. An experienced and trusted advisor, Richard can engage various stakeholders for managing risk governance. Prior to serving as an Senior Investigator at Microsoft, Richard served as a Compliance Program Manager and Audit Manager; and previously served the Boeing Company as an Auditor and Senior Analyst. Richard graduated from Seattle University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Accounting and completed internal audit graduate coursework at Seattle University. Richard is a CPA and an Institute of Internal Auditors Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
Jordan Gustafson
Jordan is the Conferences and Events Coordinator at the Washington Society of CPAs, where she oversees the planning and execution of various professional development events. With a passion for understanding human behavior, Jordan is currently enrolled in the Body Language Academy, a program by former FBI Agent Joe Navarro to enhance her skills in nonverbal communication.
Prior to joining the Washington Society of CPAs, Jordan gained valuable experience in leadership development and program management. As a Training Director for a non-profit organization, she guided young adults on international philanthropic endeavors, fostering cross-cultural understanding and teamwork. In her previous role as Development Director, she supported the thorough interview process to assess potential clients’ readiness for a program supporting women and children experiencing homelessness, ensuring that participants were well-equipped to achieve positive outcomes.
Jordan’s diverse background and ongoing professional development fuel her desire to create high-quality events where each individual receives the best content and support for their professional development. Excited to be part of the WSCPA team, she hopes to combine her previous experience to contribute to the future of the accounting profession.
David Togami
David Togami, CPA, is a Senior Manager in Armanino’s Growth Office, Data & Analytics group. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, David moved to Washington to attend Gonzaga University. Throughout his career, David has worked in a range of industries, including public accounting, aviation, intermodal operations, information security, and DevOps. Outside of work, David is an adjunct instructor at Gonzaga University and trains at a local Thai boxing gym.
General Session
- Break
General Session
- Understanding Fraud: Themes, Schemes, and Prevention Means
Mitchell Hansen, Shareholder, Clark Nuber PSMitchell Hansen
Mitch Hansen, CPA, CMA, CFE, is a shareholder specializing in serving nonprofits and governmental entities. He has integrated his previous experience as a federal auditor with his public accounting experience to create an exceptional and well-rounded knowledge base. Mitch is active in a number of professional organizations and served on many nonprofit boards.
Michael Nurse
Mike is a senior manager in Accounting and Consulting Services at Clark Nuber. He focuses on serving businesses in the professional services and healthcare industries. Mike is also a Certified Fraud Examiner, has a certificate in COSO Internal Control Framework, and specializes in fraud and forensic accounting. He has over fourteen years of proven outstanding client service, and has held positions in both the private and public accounting industries.
General Session
- Break
General Session
- Ninja Tactics for Cybersecurity: Are Your Staff Ready to Defend?
Tom Richards, NINJIO, LLCTom Richards
Tom is the Chief Marketing Officer at NINJIO Cybersecurity Awareness Training, where he is the leader of the marketing functions, member of the senior executive team, and spokesperson for the brand. He has long advocated for stronger cybersecurity practices across companies to keep people and their data safe. Previous to NINJIO, Tom was the Founder and President of Haverty Consulting, a group dedicated to helping companies exceed their communications and marketing goals. Clients included Occidental, The Ohio State University James Comprehensive Cancer Center and OSU’s Wexner Medical Center, Leica Camera, as well as many start-up companies.
Tom’s career has spanned over 25 years working with international brands such as Apple, Starbucks, and Expedia while in leadership roles at various global digital advertising agencies.
General Session
- Break
General Session
- Fraud Busting with the FBI: Case Studies and Trends
Jared Young, Federal Bureau of InvestigationJared Young
Jared Walter Young is a Special Agent with the FBI.
General Session
- Adjourn
Leader(s):
- Channing Mavrellis, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
- David Togami, Senior Manager, Armanino
- Duncan Will, Loss Prevention Manager & Accounting, CAMICO Mutual Insurance Co
- Jared Young, Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Jordan Gustafson, Conferences & Events Coordinator, Washington Society of CPAs
- Michael Nurse, Principal, Clark Nuber PS
- Mitchell Hansen, Shareholder, Clark Nuber PS
- Octavio Laos, Armanino
- Richard Burger Mackey, Internal Audit, Microsoft Corporation
- Sami El Kurdy, United States X Advisors Washington CPAs PS
- Tom Richards, NINJIO, LLC
Leader Bios
Channing Mavrellis, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
Ms. Channing Mavrellis is a Guidance and Outreach Advisor with the Financial Crime Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) Beneficial Ownership and Transparency Unit. Her work at FinCEN involves the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act as well as drafting guidance on issues including trade-based money laundering, human trafficking, and environmental crimes. Prior to joining FinCEN, Ms. Mavrellis was the Illicit Trade Director at Global Financial Integrity, a think tank focused on combatting illicit financial flows. There her work focused on the intersection of illicit finance, transnational crime, and international trade, and included authoring several reports as well as testifying twice before Congress. Ms. Mavrellis received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin and her Master’s degree from American University.
David Togami, Senior Manager, Armanino
David Togami, CPA, is a Senior Manager in Armanino’s Growth Office, Data & Analytics group. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, David moved to Washington to attend Gonzaga University. Throughout his career, David has worked in a range of industries, including public accounting, aviation, intermodal operations, information security, and DevOps. Outside of work, David is an adjunct instructor at Gonzaga University and trains at a local Thai boxing gym.
Duncan Will, Loss Prevention Manager & Accounting, CAMICO Mutual Insurance Co
Mr. Will leverages his more than 40 years of experience in accounting, including public accounting, forensic accounting, consulting, and audit and tax compliance, to deliver to policyholders the high-touch, high-quality CAMICO experience. He works closely with the Loss Prevention Specialists to manage the department’s efforts to deliver policyholder service. Will’s specialties are accounting and auditing and business valuation-related risk management. He advises policyholders through the CAMICO Loss Prevention Hotline, speaks to CPA groups, and writes articles on a wide range of accounting risk management and ethics topics. Topics of particular interest include complying with the AICPA’s Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services, doubts about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, cyber-security, and serving clients in the cannabis industry. Will began his accounting career in 1979 as a staff accountant in the Washington, D.C. area and spent most of his public accounting career in California and Florida. He earned a Bachelor of Science in accounting from the University of Maryland and is Accredited in Business Valuation and Certified in Financial Forensics. A Certified Fraud Examiner, Will is an active member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners; has supplemented his education with college courses at the University of Baltimore, Golden Gate University, and Florida Atlantic University; and welcomes opportunities to expand his knowledge over a broad spectrum of accounting-related curricula.
Jared Young, Federal Bureau of Investigation
Jared Walter Young is a Special Agent with the FBI.
Jordan Gustafson, Conferences & Events Coordinator, Washington Society of CPAs
Jordan is the Conferences and Events Coordinator at the Washington Society of CPAs, where she oversees the planning and execution of various professional development events. With a passion for understanding human behavior, Jordan is currently enrolled in the Body Language Academy, a program by former FBI Agent Joe Navarro to enhance her skills in nonverbal communication.
Prior to joining the Washington Society of CPAs, Jordan gained valuable experience in leadership development and program management. As a Training Director for a non-profit organization, she guided young adults on international philanthropic endeavors, fostering cross-cultural understanding and teamwork. In her previous role as Development Director, she supported the thorough interview process to assess potential clients’ readiness for a program supporting women and children experiencing homelessness, ensuring that participants were well-equipped to achieve positive outcomes.
Jordan’s diverse background and ongoing professional development fuel her desire to create high-quality events where each individual receives the best content and support for their professional development. Excited to be part of the WSCPA team, she hopes to combine her previous experience to contribute to the future of the accounting profession.
Michael Nurse, Principal, Clark Nuber PS
Mike is a senior manager in Accounting and Consulting Services at Clark Nuber. He focuses on serving businesses in the professional services and healthcare industries. Mike is also a Certified Fraud Examiner, has a certificate in COSO Internal Control Framework, and specializes in fraud and forensic accounting. He has over fourteen years of proven outstanding client service, and has held positions in both the private and public accounting industries.
Mitchell Hansen, Shareholder, Clark Nuber PS
Mitch Hansen, CPA, CMA, CFE, is a shareholder specializing in serving nonprofits and governmental entities. He has integrated his previous experience as a federal auditor with his public accounting experience to create an exceptional and well-rounded knowledge base. Mitch is active in a number of professional organizations and served on many nonprofit boards.
Octavio Laos, Armanino
Octavio is the leader of Armanino’s AI Lab, which has been a steady presence in the accounting and audit industry for over five years. The lab focuses on practical AI applications, such as improving customer interactions with chatbots, enhancing efficiency through process automation, and providing actionable foresight with predictive analytics.
As a speaker, Octavio has a knack for explaining complex AI topics in an approachable way, making them understandable for professionals across various fields. His engaging presentations at industry conferences and the “Armanino Intelligence” series on LinkedIn Live reflect his expertise. His authority in the field is also recognized through collaborations on academic papers and features in media outlets like Fox Business.
Octavio advocates for making AI an integral, everyday tool in business—a goal the AI Lab pursues with a team-focused approach. It’s about evolving with technology in a way that serves real business needs, not just following the latest trends.
Richard Burger Mackey, Internal Audit, Microsoft Corporation
Richard Burger, CPA, CIA, has 20 years of financial, compliance and assurance experience and has demonstrated proficiencies in executing governance, risk, and control design reengineering across a diverse product/service portfolio involving a multitude of business functions. An experienced and trusted advisor, Richard can engage various stakeholders for managing risk governance. Prior to serving as an Senior Investigator at Microsoft, Richard served as a Compliance Program Manager and Audit Manager; and previously served the Boeing Company as an Auditor and Senior Analyst. Richard graduated from Seattle University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Accounting and completed internal audit graduate coursework at Seattle University. Richard is a CPA and an Institute of Internal Auditors Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
Tom Richards, NINJIO, LLC
Tom is the Chief Marketing Officer at NINJIO Cybersecurity Awareness Training, where he is the leader of the marketing functions, member of the senior executive team, and spokesperson for the brand. He has long advocated for stronger cybersecurity practices across companies to keep people and their data safe. Previous to NINJIO, Tom was the Founder and President of Haverty Consulting, a group dedicated to helping companies exceed their communications and marketing goals. Clients included Occidental, The Ohio State University James Comprehensive Cancer Center and OSU’s Wexner Medical Center, Leica Camera, as well as many start-up companies.
Tom’s career has spanned over 25 years working with international brands such as Apple, Starbucks, and Expedia while in leadership roles at various global digital advertising agencies.
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