Member Spotlight: Christopher J. Piacentile, CFE

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Member Spotlight: Christopher J. Piacentile, CFE

Christopher Piacentile, CFE, knows the trials and tribulations of being a whistleblower all too well. Not only does he work regularly with whistleblowers at the Daniel J. Ocasio Whistleblower Law Group, he has been a whistleblower himself multiple times. He was the lead investigator for the Apria Healthcare fraud case which settled recently for $40.5 million. He hopes to continue fighting for whistleblowers and helping expose fraud in any way he can.

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The ACFE Celebrates International Women's Day 2021

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The ACFE Celebrates International Women's Day 2021

Today, the ACFE is proud to recognize and honor more than 35,000 women who belong to the world’s largest anti-fraud association. In honor of International Women's Day, we’ve gathered blog posts, resources and exclusive profiles from the past year that feature some of the women who dedicate their time, energy and passion to fighting fraud.

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The ACFE Celebrates Black History Month

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The ACFE Celebrates Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, we’ve gathered member spotlights and podcasts from the past year that highlight the inspiring work of Black ACFE members who dedicate their lives to fighting fraud. The members highlighted here are a just small sample from our global membership. Throughout this month and beyond, we appreciate, support and honor all of our Black members.

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Practical Steps to Improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Anti-Fraud Profession

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Practical Steps to Improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Anti-Fraud Profession

Among the various political, social and environmental tumult that you’ve had to navigate this past year, the world has had to examine and reinvent what we call “normal” and what we need to adjust or change.

Among these reckonings is an assessment of the workplace and how to cultivate a sense of belonging for all people in the anti-fraud profession. Recently, the ACFE hosted a webinar titled, “Keeping the Conversation Going: Practical Steps to Improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Anti-Fraud Profession.” The webinar is free and available to view for all ACFE members.

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Member Spotlight: Dr. Radiah Othman, CFE, CPA

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Member Spotlight: Dr. Radiah Othman, CFE, CPA

After years of working in different sectors, Dr. Radiah Othman, CFE, CPA, decided to turn her attention to educating others in the importance of fraud prevention and detection. She currently is an associate professor at Massey University in New Zealand where she shares stories of her previous work, as well as large fraud cases in New Zealand, with students. She enjoys watching them develop their own passions for fighting fraud and is proud to teach and encourage the next generation of fraud fighters.

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