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Pursuing Justice: The Pro Bono FilesAiding Underserved InvestorsIn this special crossover episode with PLI’s inSecurities podcast, hear about how pro bono clinics can help vulnerable investors protect their hard-earned retirement funds and nest eggs. Alicia Aiken is joined by Kurt Wolfe and Chris Ekimoff for an informative conversation with law professors, a recent law school grad, and an SEC attorney about their work aiding underserved retirees.
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Explore our Pro Bono programs and res...2024-08-2147 min
Grant Writing Simplified150: Navigating Nonprofit Success with Forensic Accounting: A Dive into Integrity and Innovation with Chris EkimoffBook a 1:1 strategy call with Teresa Huff: www.teresahuff.com/mentor In this episode of the Grant Writing Simplified Podcast, I have a fascinating conversation with Chris Ekimoff, a forensic accountant specializing in litigation consulting and forensic accounting services. Chris discusses the importance of financial vigilance and proactiveness in nonprofits to prevent fraud and financial mismanagement. He emphasizes that it's not about fostering suspicion but about creating awareness and setting up good systems, checks, and balances. We touch upon various topics, including the value of having financial or legal professionals on nonprofit boards, the necessity of self-awareness and admitting organizational w...2024-03-1952 min
inSecuritiesBonus Episode: Boxes and Lines | IEX ExchangeCheck out our inSecurities hosts Chris Ekimoff and Kurt Wolfe as guests on this special episode of Boxes and Lines from IEX Exchange.
2024-02-2847 min
Boxes and LinesNonplussed and In Terrorem: Chris Ekimoff and Kurt Wolfe of ‘inSecurities’ Talk Forensic Accounting, Crypto Regulation, and the Future of Bot LawsuitsRonan and JR welcome back Chris Ekimoff and Kurt Wolfe, co-hosts of the 'inSecurities' podcast, to talk shop about the latest in securities regulation. With Chris's forensic accounting expertise and Kurt's background in law and SEC enforcement, they discuss the SEC's cautious stance on predictive analysis, industry reactions, and the effects of what some call the SEC’s 'regulation by enforcement' approach in the crypto space. Later in the show, they discuss how lawyers can protect their mental health in an industry where 24/7 work and availability is the norm, as well as the financial advice they’d give to thei...2024-02-2642 min
What It's Like To Be...A Forensic AccountantCatching embezzling CFOs, sniffing out a corrupt private school headmaster, and sifting through fake invoices with Chris Ekimoff, a forensic accountant. What are his go-to moves to detect fraud? And who is the most famous forensic accountant (besides Ben Affleck)?WANT MORE EPISODE SUGGESTIONS? Grab our What It's Like To Be... "starter pack". It's a curated Spotify playlist with some essential episodes from our back catalogue. GOT A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION? Email us at jobs@whatitslike.com FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Email us at partnerships@whatitslike.com WANT TO BE ON THE...2023-11-1429 min
The Data Sleuth Podcast77. Cases Involving Criminal Defense | Chris Ekimoff & Jessica YoheThis summer while at the ACFE Global Fraud Conference several speakers and friends of the podcast got together to play an escape room. Before and after the escape room adventure, Leah found herself engrossed in stories from investigators around the US and didn’t want the conversation to end. It was these valuable conversations that inspired the format for the next 6 episodes of the podcast. For the remainder of 2022, Leah is joined by investigators to share case stories from investigations worked in a variety of areas.In this episode, Leah is joined by Chris Ek...2022-12-1341 minThe Data Sleuth Podcast74. Cases Involving Criminal Defense | Chris Ekimoff & Jessica YoheThis summer while at the ACFE Global Fraud Conference several speakers and friends of the podcast got together to play an escape room. Before and after the escape room adventure, Leah found herself engrossed in stories from investigators around the US and didn’t want the conversation to end. It was these valuable conversations that inspired the format for the next 6 episodes of the podcast. For the remainder of 2022, Leah is joined by investigators to share case stories from investigations worked in a variety of areas.In this episode, Leah is joined by Chris Ek...2022-11-0140 min
Definitely Uncertain: The Private Wealth PodcastDon't Get Ripped Off - Protecting Yourself from Fraud - 67This podcast is brought to you by Goldrock Capital at goldrockcap.com
Chris Ekimoff, Director in the Financial Investigations Group at RSM, takes a deep dive into the world of fraud. How were some high-profile cheats able to get away with their fraudulent activity for so long? He also discusses what investors should look out for, so they can avoid falling for scams.
Key take away: Be informed, Go slow, Be skeptical, Set a good process!2022-03-0926 mininSecuritiesBonus Episode: ACFE Fraud TalkAs a bonus feature, we are sharing an episode of the ACFE’s Fraud Talk podcast entitled “Understanding the Art and “Science” of the Theranos Saga,” on which our very own Chris Ekimoff appeared as a special guest. On the episode, released during International Fraud Awareness Week, Chris and Mandy Moody, CFE, ACFE communications manager, discuss the latest from the trial of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes.
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2021-11-1543 min
Fraud TalkUnderstanding the Art and “Science” of the Theranos Saga - Chris Ekimoff - Mandy Moody - Fraud Talk - Episode 114In this special episode released during International Fraud Awareness Week, Chris Ekimoff, CFE, CPA/CFF, director of financial investigations and dispute services at RSM and co-host of the inSecurities podcast, and Mandy Moody, CFE, ACFE communications manager, discuss the latest and greatest highlights from the trial of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes. Chris and Mandy provide background and analysis on the many facets of the Theranos tale, review the implications of the previously-settled matter with the SEC in 2017 and discuss common issues with the legal system regarding allegations of fraud.
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2021-11-1540 minBoxes and Lines2021 Regulatory Predictions with Chris Ekimoff and Kurt Wolfe of the PLI inSecurities PodcastinSecurities podcast co-hosts Chris Ekimoff, Financial Investigations & Disputes Southeast Region Leader at RSM US LLP, and Kurt Wolfe, Regulatory Investigations & Enforcement Attorney at Troutman Pepper, join Ronan and JR to discuss potential areas of focus for the SEC in the Biden administration, including enforcement, buybacks, ESG – and of course, who might be sitting in the big chair at the SEC (recorded November 30).
Additionally, for more information or to donate to the nonprofits mentioned on the episode, please visit the Network for Victim Recovery of DC (nvrdc.org) and La Cocina VA (lacocinava.org).2020-12-2135 minBoxes and LinesBONUS: JR Joins the PLI inSecurities PodcastCheck out our rebroadcast of this episode of PLI’s inSecurities podcast, in which hosts Chris Ekimoff and Kurt Wolfe chatted with our own JR and Dan Eisemann of MFS about innovation in equity market structure and the nuances of algorithmic and high-frequency trading.
Find more episodes of the inSecurities podcast and subscribe at pli.edu/insecurities.
2020-12-2151 min
ValuationPodcast.com - A podcast about all things Business + Valuation.Fraud and Forensic AccountingHi Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com - A podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. My name is Melissa Gragg, and I am a valuation expert in St. Louis Missouri. I have the pleasure of discussing Fraud and Forensic Accounting with Chris Ekimoff, a certified fraud examiner and CPA in Washington DC. Chris also serves as an expert witness in matters of SEC financial reporting, complex GAAP accounting policy issues, whistleblower allegations and mortgage-backed securities litigation. Welcome Chris!! Let’s first discuss some basics regarding this topic and maybe shed so...2020-10-2047 min
What's Your "And"?292: Chris Ekimoff is an Investigative Accountant & Podcaster [podcast]Chris Ekimoff returns to the podcast to talk about his new hobbies with running and starting his new podcast, inSecurities. He also talks about what he does around the workplace as a director to encourage an open workplace!2020-06-2618 min
The FlingChris Ekimoff and Accounting, Courtroom Testimonies and ContentCJ sat down with longtime friend and former college roommate and teammate Chris Ekimoff. Chris is a forensic accountant based in Washington, D.C. Chris specializes in investigating things like tax fraud and ponzi schemes. He does a lot of work with attorneys and frequently is asked to stand witness in court cases. In addition to his work, Chris has a strong presence on social media and recently started a podcast. Enjoy!
https://blog.thegistcontent.com/chris-ekimoff-and-accounting-courtroom-testimonies-and-content2020-05-0630 mininSecuritiesWelcome to inSecuritiesWelcome to inSecurities, a new podcast from the Practising Law Institute. Hosted by Chris Ekimoff, a forensic accountant, and Kurt Wolfe, a securities regulatory attorney, inSecurities is an in-depth biweekly podcast showcasing practitioner perspectives on changes within the securities field. Chris and Kurt discuss how changes to the rules and regulations will affect your businesses or your clients while providing background from two separate but overlapping perspectives.
In an increasingly complex business environment where intricate corporate structures reign, tune into inSecurities to help make sense of it all.
Please note: CLE and CPE credit are...2020-01-1501 min
What's Your "And"?83: Chris Ekimoff swims his way to better coworker connections [podcast]Chris Ekimoff refers to himself as a "swammer", as in someone that used to swim competitively. So competitive in fact that he was a member of the Saint Bonaventure University swimming team who won conference championship for the Atlantic 10 Conference in 2006. This helped him stand out in his start class at Deloitte thanks to the Summer Olympics happening the year he graduated. Many people found out he was a swimmer, so they were asking him questions about the swimming events, which allowed him to develop unique relationships at all levels of the firm. In this episode, Chris...2017-06-1432 min