36. Comparing and Contrasting Internal Audit Functions and Fraud Investigations with Jami Shine, CIA, CISA, CRISC

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FREE TICKETS?! Yes, really. In this episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences , we’re joined by the ultimate guest list insider, Lance Dashoff, founder of Loudie — the app that’s quietly revolutionizing how fans score free concert, comedy, and festival tickets across the U.S. From his early days at WME curating VIP access, to launching a platform that fills empty seats and fuels unforgettable nights out, Lance spills the tea on: Why 30–40% of tickets go unsold How promoters are secretly using free ticketing to boost bar sales and fan buzz The economics behind live events and why not all sold-out shows are actually sold out How Loudie helps fans and venues win — without the scammy vibes Why travel pros and concierges should start recommending this app yesterday Whether you’re in LA, NYC, or stuck in traffic on the way to Philly — this is the episode you can’t afford to miss (literally). Download Loudie, follow us @tix2travelpod on TikTok, IG, and YouTube, and grab your next night out before someone else does. Because every ticket is a ticket to travel — and sometimes the best ones are free. www.tttpod.com…

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Have you ever wondered where internal audit functions and fraud investigations intersect? How they're different? On this week's episode of The Investigation Game Podcast, Leah interviews Jami Shine, Corporate and IT Audit Manager for QuikTrip Corporation about this very topic. Join us either via audio or video this week wherever you listen to podcasts or YouTube!
Jami Shine graduated summa cum laude from the Honors Program at Oral Roberts University and has over 13 years of combined internal and external audit experience. She is currently the Corporate and IT Audit Manager for QuikTrip Corporation, where she manages operational, IT, and financial audits and consulting engagements. She also co-facilitates the Enterprise Risk Management (“ERM”) program and conducts the annual risk assessment process with the CAE. Her favorite project at QuikTrip was getting to write and facilitate a series of training videos for the 20,000+ store employees. Jami enjoys being a facilitator for the Institute of Internal Auditors (“IIA”), leading both online and in-person trainings, as well as being a recurring speaker at IIA and MISTI conferences, IIA and ISACA chapters, and other local organizations. She also loves serving as a member of the IIA’s North American Chapter Relations Committee. She was honored with the IIA Tulsa Chapter’s “Auditor of the Year” Award in 2018.
Connect with Jami: jshine@quiktrip.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamishine/

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96. Partnership Disputes with Natalie Lewis, CPA, CFF, CFE 32:54

29 weeks ago32:54

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In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast , titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss partnership disputes with Natalie Lewis, CPA, CFF, CFE. Our conversation includes: · The risks of weak internal controls in business partnerships. · Navigating complex ownership structures when multiple entities are involved. · The importance of documenting everything. · A compelling case study highlighting why silent partners should remain actively involved in their business’s operations and decision-making. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: investigationgame.com Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! GUEST BIO Natalie Lewis specializes in forensic accounting and the analysis of economic damages. Ms. Lewis provides expert witness and consulting services in the areas of accounting, investigations, and litigation. She has specific expertise in fraud examinations, asset tracing, and investigating Ponzi schemes and has testified in deposition and trial as an expert witness. Ms. Lewis is experienced in litigation disputes and is often hired by attorneys to assist clients with forensic accounting analysis and other damages and conduct internal investigations. She has participated in numerous engagements in various industries including hospitality, government, wholesale, oil and gas, healthcare, and professional services. Ms. Lewis holds several leadership positions in the accounting and anti-fraud community, such as ACFE Board of Regents Chair, ACFE – Georgia Chapter board member, AICPA CFF Credential Committee member, AICPA CFF Champions Task Force co-chair, board member of the City of Atlanta’s Governing Board of the OIG and Ethics Office, and American Bar Association TIPS Vice-Chair. In 2019, Ms. Lewis received the AICPA Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) Standing Ovation Award. LinkedIn: Natalie Lewis, CPA, CFF, CFE Website: jsheld.com CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS YouTube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics CONNECT WITH JUSTIN BURNS, CPA, CFE Website: www.spacecoastforensics.com LinkedIn: @space-coast-forensics LinkedIn: Justin Burns, CPA, CFE Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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95. Data Analytics with Matt Storlie, CFE, CIDA 31:35

31 weeks ago31:35

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94. Economic Damages with Michelle Barton, CPA, ABV, CFF, ASA, CVA 26:58

33 weeks ago26:58

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In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast , titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss economic damages with Michelle Barton, CPA, ABV, CFF, ASA, CVA. Our conversation includes: · What economic damages calculations entail · The nuances of educating jurors on accounting details during trial · The importance of reading and understanding your insurance policy coverage as a business owner · Cases involving differences in international standards and breach of contract instances GUEST BIO Michelle Barton joined HM&M in 2021 as a Senior Manager. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, and a Master of Science in Organization, Learning and Technology, both from Texas A&M University – Commerce. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in state of Texas and has worked in public accounting since 1993. Michelle has been actively appraising business interests since 1997. Michelle is accredited in business valuation (ABV designation) as well as certified in financial forensics (CFF designation) through the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the American Society of Appraisers (ASA designation). During her time with HM&M, Michelle has continued her professional education and earned the designation of Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) through the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts, where she is currently serving as a director on the Valuation Credentialing Board. She has performed valuations of closely held entities in conjunction with shareholder disputes, divorce proceedings, estate, gift and income tax planning and compliance, corporate reorganizations, stock-based compensation arrangements, buy/sell agreements, transactions, and compensation, as well as assisted legal counsel in the determination of lost profits, economic damages, and wrongful termination. Email: mbarton@hmpc.com RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: investigationgame.com Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS YouTube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics CONNECT WITH JUSTIN BURNS, CPA, CFE Website: www.spacecoastforensics.com LinkedIn: @space-coast-forensics LinkedIn: Justin Burns, CPA, CFE Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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93. Business Valuation with Matt Stelzman, ASA, ABV, CVA, MAFF 42:02

35 weeks ago42:02

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In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast , titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss business valuations with Matt Stelzman, ASA, ABV, CVA, MAFF. Our conversation includes: · What all goes into a business valuation? · What does a business valuation expert do when a client has also engaged a forensic accountant? · Why Matt wants the attorneys to allow the experts to talk to each other before trial. · How to get ahead of potential questions from opposing counsel when testifying. GUEST BIO As a Principal, Forensic, Litigation, and Valuation Practice Leader. Matt brings nearly 20 years of experience to the Windham Brannon's Forensics, Litigation and Valuation Team. Most of his cases involve some form of litigation, including valuations for marital dissolution purposes, lost earnings and lost profits calculations, wrongful termination or death cases, co-mingled funds, personal injury analysis, and economic damages. His client base is just a broad as his experience, having worked on cases involving local, small-owned businesses to global multi-billion-dollar corporations. Matt has spent time in the courtroom as an expert witness, testifying on the results of his findings. Matt is an adjunct finance professor at John Brown University and Bryan College. He sits on the Executive Advisory Board and is a liaison to the Ethics Oversight Board for the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA). He served on its Litigation Forensics Board from 2014-2016 and has served as a liaison to NACVA’s Valuation Credentialing Board. Matt is a frequent speaker on various topics related to business valuation and litigation support services, having traveled as far as Tanzania in East Africa to present to business executives. Matt earned his undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. His certifications include a Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF), Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), and Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA). Matt is a member of the AICPA, NACVA and the American Society of Appraisers. Website: windhambrannon.com RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: investigationgame.com Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS YouTube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics CONNECT WITH JUSTIN BURNS, CPA, CFE Website: www.spacecoastforensics.com LinkedIn: @space-coast-forensics LinkedIn: Justin Burns, CPA, CFE Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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92. Collaborative Divorce with Ari Harper, CPA, ABV, CFE 34:38

37 weeks ago34:38

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In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast , titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss collaborative divorce with Ari Harper, CPA ABV CFE. Our conversation includes: · What is the difference between collaborative divorce and a litigated divorce? · Is collaborative divorce right for all your divorce clients? · What happens when you discover hidden accounts/assets in a collaborative divorce? · As a forensic accountant, should I add collaborative divorce cases to my practice? GUEST BIO Ari S. Harper, CPA, ABV, CFE, is a forensic accountant specializing in litigation support, business valuation, and collaborative financial neutral services throughout Florida. Ari is qualified as an expert witness in multiple jurisdictions and is an Accredited Collaborative Professional. Ari earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Finance from Florida Atlantic University and a Master’s of Science in Accounting from University of Illinois Chicago. After becoming a CPA in 2012, Ari went on to become Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) by the Associate of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Ari’s experience at prestigious litigation support firms provided exposure to complex matters, top notch attorneys, and cutting-edge processes and techniques. At Ari S. Harper, CPA, P.A., he seeks to blend this experience with his personal touch and creativity to provide valuable assistance to clients and attorneys seeking his expertise. Ari has presented for the Broward County Bar Association, the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, and as a university guest lecturer. He also serves the collaborative community as Vice President of the Choose Collaborate practice group in Boca Raton, committee co-chair and presenter for the Florida Academy of collaborative Professionals (FACP) annual conference, and inaugural member of the FACP leadership institute. Website: harperforensic.com RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS YouTube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics CONNECT WITH JUSTIN BURNS, CPA, CFE Website: www.spacecoastforensics.com LinkedIn: @space-coast-forensics LinkedIn: Justin Burns, CPA, CFE Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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91. Embezzlement and Occupational Fraud with Ben Kincaid, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA 36:08

39 weeks ago36:08

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In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast , titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss embezzlement cases with Ben Kincaid, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA. In this episode, Justin and Ben discuss: · What is the true cost of fraud? · Asking clients to tell you about the weird things. · A purchasing card program embezzlement involving a pawn shop and an eagle-eyed sheriff’s deputy. · One simple thing that small business owners can do to help spot fraud earlier and prevent losses from piling up. GUEST BIO As a forensic, litigation, and valuation expert, Ben regularly works with law enforcement, attorneys, government agencies, and clients on civil and criminal matters. He regularly serves as an expert witness in employee malfeasance, breach of contract claims, economic damages, due diligence, and valuation disputes. Ben also works with organizations of all sizes across the spectrum with internal control assessments and various business consulting services. From his data analytics to his well-written, defensible reports, Ben provides unique solutions to resolve the complexities that organizations face in today’s ever-changing environment. Email: bkincaid@cricpa.com LinkedIn: Ben Kincaid, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS YouTube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics CONNECT WITH JUSTIN BURNS, CPA, CFE Website: www.spacecoastforensics.com LinkedIn: @space-coast-forensics LinkedIn: Justin Burns, CPA, CFE Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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90. Q&A: Forensic Accounting as a Business with Tracy Coenen 41:22

1 year ago41:22

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In today’s episode with Tracy Coenen , Leah and Tracy answer your questions about forensic accounting as a business! The two professionals and business owners discuss: Things they wish they’d known before starting their business Insurance! Who is the client in forensic accounting engagements Data analysis tools for start-ups In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! GUEST BIO Tracy has been investigating fraud for more than 25 years, but she didn’t always want to be a forensic accountant. With a dream of one day being a prison warden, Tracy went to Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI to get a criminology degree. A class on financial crime investigations reminded her how much she loved Encyclopedia Brown books as a kid. She continued her criminology degree, but added accounting and economics courses so she could become a CPA… and here Tracy is, finding money in cases of corporate fraud, high net worth divorce, and other financial shenanigans. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: www.datasleuthpodcast.com To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics CONNECT WITH JUSTIN BURNS, CPA, CFE Website: www.spacecoastforensics.com LinkedIn: @space-coast-forensics LinkedIn: Justin Burns, CPA, CFE Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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89. Selling Expert Services to Attorneys with Dan Ramey 43:41

1 year ago43:41

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Today’s episode with Dan Ramey is about how to sell to clients - specifically attorneys. In this episode, Dan and Leah discuss: Types of services that fall under forensic accounting How to sell forensic accounting service to attorneys How to avoid the sales-y feeling Considerations when starting a forensic accounting practice as a solo practitioner or within a public accounting or consulting firm In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com . GUEST BIO Dan is the Founder and President of Houston Financial Forensics, LLC, and Dan T. Ramey, CPA, LLC. His professional certifications include CPA/CFF/CITP/ABV, CFE, CVA, CIA/CRMA, CISA/CISM, and CMA. He is a past President of the Houston Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors and formerly a member of the Board of Governors. Dan previously served as Chairman of the Houston CPA Society's Forensic and Valuation Committee and served two terms as the Treasurer of the Houston Chapter of InfraGard. Dan is also an adjunct professor at the Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University – Accounting and Business Law Department and the C. T. Bauer School of Business – Accounting Department at the University of Houston, where he currently teaches Forensic Accounting and previously taught Enterprise Risk Management. Both courses are graduate level in the Masters of Accountancy programs. Dan graduated from Baylor University with a BBA in Accounting and from Houston Christian University with an Executive MBA. Dan was awarded the Certified Fraud Examiner of the Year award by the ACFE Houston Area Chapter in December 2019. In 2020, Dan was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the ACFE Houston Area Chapter. In 2018, he was recognized by the ACFE at their Global Annual Conference in Las Vegas as Educator of the Year. Houston Financial Forensics, LLC is a professional services provider in the areas of fraud investigation, cyber security / cyber fraud risk assessment, forensic accounting, and litigation support. Email: dan@houstonfinancialforensics.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danramey/ RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: www.datasleuthpodcast.com To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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88. Financial Considerations for Consultants with Martin Holland 41:40

1 year ago41:40

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In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com . Today’s episode with Martin Holland is all about the importance of cash flow and profit when starting or growing a business in the field of forensic accounting. In this episode, Martin and Leah discuss: Cash flow planning How to determine pricing The value of a business coach Profit! GUEST BIO Martin Holland has been active in small business for 49 years. Prior to becoming a business coach in 2011, he helped start or reorganize eight small businesses. Two of them failed, he sold four of them, and still works closely with two. A native of Norman, Ok, Martin earned a B.A. degree from Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska and a Masters in Business Administration degree from the University of Oklahoma. He has worked directly with over 500 (and counting) business owners to help them reduce stress and increase enjoyment through clarity of purpose, better family lives, more money, and more free time. Martin works directly with clients throughout the U.S and in Canada. He was recently named the #1 business coach in Oklahoma City by Influencer Digest and recently published a book titled “The Profit Problem: They Say I Make Money, So Why Don’t I Have Any?” which shows business owners how to use financial information to make better decisions and more money. Website: Anneal Business Coaching LinkedIn: Martin Holland RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.com To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! To order your copy of Martin’s book, The Profit Problem: They Say I Make Money, So Why Don’t I have Any? Visit: www.theprofitproblem.com/ CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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87. Website and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) with Steven Rydin 41:25

1 year ago41:25

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86. Digital Marketing for Forensic Accountants with Tatiana Spears 43:14

1 year ago43:14

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In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com . Today’s episode with Tatiana Spears is all about things for a forensic accounting professional to consider in the ecosystem that is digital marketing. In this episode, Tatiana and Leah discuss: Start creating content even if it’s messy Areas to find inspiration for content How an online course fits into a digital marketing strategy Is email marketing dead? Tatiana Spears is Vice President of Marketing & Communications at CareATC, a leading employer-sponsored healthcare provider. With over a decade of marketing and communications experience, Tatiana has collaborated and led teams in various sectors including healthcare, banking and information technology. Most notably, Tatiana has contributed to the launch of the first U.S. crypto banking app with Vast Bank; the first FDA-approved mobile balance testing app with Sway Medical; and successfully raised $2 million dollars for a non-profit capital campaign. She has also worked on projects for top brands including Nintendo, Whole Foods, General Electric, SAP and Coinbase. Tatiana is originally from Los Angeles, California and currently lives in Syracuse, New York with her husband and two children. She loves to bake, hike, spend time with friends and family, and whisper sweet nothings to her overworked Nespresso machine. LinkedIn: Tatiana Spears Twitter: @tatiaspears RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.com Content Confident Course: The way you promote your business online can make all the difference. Let me teach you how to create content with ease and confidence. To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Connect with Workman Forensics Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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85. Marketing & Networking as a Consultant with Amanda Jo Erven, CPA, CIA, CFE, CTQA 43:18

1 year ago43:18

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In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com . Today’s episode with Amanda “Jo” Erven is all about networking in the field of forensic accounting. In this episode, Jo and Leah discuss: Dos and Don’ts of networking on LinkedIn How to build connections and network when you’re an introvert How to create organic opportunities for others to approach you at an event Amanda “Jo” Erven is an auditor, a professor, and an ethics speaker… that prides herself on not being your TYPICAL auditor, professor, or ethics speaker. She believes our path to greatness begins with the “character choice” we make each and every day – and her passion is sharing that with audiences - just like this one ! Website: Audit. Consulting. Education. LinkedIn: Amanda Jo Erven RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.com To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! To register for the 2024 Fraud Retreat Visit: www.fraudretreat.com CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Connect with Workman Forensics Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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84. How to Start a Forensic Accounting Practice with Robert Nordlander CPA, CFE 43:04

1 year ago43:04

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In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com . Today’s episode with Robert Nordlander CPA, CFE is all about how to start a business in the field of forensic accounting. In this episode, Robert and Leah discuss: Start-up needs, costs, and considerations Entity structures Tax setup decisions Licensing Specialties/focus areas Meeting potential clients Originally trained as a geologist, Robert Nordlander spent over 20 years as a special agent with IRS-Criminal Investigation. He investigated various tax crimes ranging from simple embezzlement to tax evasion using foreign trusts. He is an author, speaker, podcast host, and consultant to attorneys who need forensic accounting and criminal tax expertise. He has a CPA license, CFE certification, and MBA degree. He is the principal member of Nordlander CPA, PLLC, a boutique forensic accounting and tax resolution practice. Website: www.nordlandercpa.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robert-nordlander RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE To access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.com To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon! CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Connect with Workman Forensics Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Twitter: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics Subscribe and listen to this and more episodes of The Data Sleuth® Podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Android , or anywhere you listen .…

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83. Best Evidence: Interviews in Fraud Investigations with Leah Wietholter 29:04

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At the heart of all successful forensic accounting engagements or fraud investigations is the reliance and analysis of evidence. Best circumstantial evidence in a financial investigation are sources of information or data that are furthest removed from the influence of a subject. If you want to ensure that you uncover facts resulting in defensible investigative analyses in your cases, you are in the right place. In this six-part series, Leah Wietholter reviews the most common best evidence data sources in order of reliability by exchanging seats from host to guest to thoroughly discuss this topic with guest host, Bethany Pigott. Leah Wietholter, MBA, CFE, PI, CPA is the CEO and founder of Workman Forensics headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. With career aspirations at 12 years old of becoming an investigator, Leah worked for the FBI while completing her accounting undergraduate degree and masters in business administration. After working in public accounting for over two years as a staff tax accountant and forensic accountant, Leah opened Workman Forensics - a firm dedicated to forensic accounting and fraud investigations. Since starting the firm in 2010, Leah has worked over 150 cases providing data-focused solutions resulting in settlements and testifying in both state and federal courts. Read her full bio on the Workman Forensics team page . The information in today's podcast is just a glimpse of what's inside Leah's book— Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting Engagements and Fraud Investigations. Available on Amazon ! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE Order Leah’s book to learn more about best evidence in forensic accounting and financial investigations Data Sleuth on Amazon . To schedule a discovery call for your group or team to play The Investigation Game Interactive Case Studies visit investigationgame.com . CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICS Connect with Workman Forensics Youtube: @WorkmanForensics Facebook: @wforensics Twitter: @wforensics Instagram: @wforensics LinkedIn: @workmanforensics…

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82. Best Evidence: Non-Financial Evidence with Leah Wietholter 20:59

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