The Chief Financial Officer of a medium-sized manufacturing company based in the United Kingdom found himself unwittingly caught up in a money laundering scheme. The CFO had been with the company for almost a decade and had an excellent reputation for his financial management skills and ability to protect company finances. However, the CFO’s reputation and career were at risk when he was caught up in the scheme.
A US medium-sized investment firm was considering receiving funds from a possibly problematic investor, and the firm needed an investigation team. The investment firm was concerned about the possible damage that could be inflicted on its business reputation and finances if the investor was found to have engaged in fraudulent or illegal activities. As a result, the investment firm wanted to ensure they had all the necessary information and identified all hidden risks before accepting any funds from the investor in question.
The Chief Operating Officer of a North American financial services company reached out for assistance. The company was in the process of considering a candidate for a top-level executive position, and a background check was needed to ensure that the individual was suitable for the role and ensure business integrity. The candidate had been recommended by the several top executives in the organization.