Fraud Analytics: Strategies and Methods for Detection and Prevention

Acknowledgments

WRITING A BOOK has been one of my long-awaited dreams. At one time in my life I had hoped to be a lawyer or journalist. I have journaled for several years and continue to do so in my spare time. When the opportunity came along to write a book on fraud analytics, I was elated that there was an interest and decided to accept the offer from Wiley.

For those who have supported my work throughout the duration of writing in addition to being an integral part of my personal and professional endeavors, I send a heartfelt thank you to all.

For my dad and mom, Peter and Retha Spann: Thank you both for teaching me to stand up for those things in which I believe and to never compromise my values, morals, or integrity.

My sincere appreciation to my extended family of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and the opportunities they have afforded me. It has been my honor to be a part of this exceptional team, including Dr. Joseph Wells, Jim Ratley, Jeannette Levie, Angela Archie, Leslie Simpson, Jeff Kubiszyn, John Gill, John Warren, Bruce Dorris, Jan Orr, John Loftis, Joey Broccolo and Dick Carozza, and the other superstars of the ACFE. The ACFE rocks!

To the esteemed board of directors of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners of the Greater Chicago chapter I have been most honored to serve with: David S. Marshall, Peg Berezewski, Susan L. Henry, Paul Bilotta, Deanna J. Wilner, Jim Scordo, Richard Beaulieu, and Rebecca S. Busch.

To the honorable Board of ...