Tackling Human Trafficking and Elder Exploitation: The Power of Financial Intelligence with Freddy Massimi

Banking on Fraudology

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In this episode of Banking on Fraudology, host Hailey Windham engages in a heartfelt and informative conversation with Freddy Massimi, a distinguished fraud fighter and program lead at the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (ATII). They delve into the essential role of financial institutions in combating human trafficking and raising awareness about elder financial exploitation, sharing insights into Freddie's impactful work and initiatives like Operation Shamrock.

Freddy discusses the critical importance of beginning as a volunteer to sustain passion in aiding vulnerable populations, advocating for continuous involvement and education about rules and regulations. He emphasizes the need for improved collaboration between financial institutions and law enforcement to ensure better information sharing and fraud prevention techniques.

Tune in to learn about the dynamic landscape of fraud prevention, the emotional and financial impacts of scams, and Freddie's passion for protecting individuals and institutions from financial crimes. Don't miss this enlightening discussion that underlines the significance of empathy, vigilance, and community engagement in the fight against financial and human trafficking crimes.

Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative's Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation Risk Services: Free Intelligence Briefings for Financial Institutions: https://traffickingintel.org/atii-intel-briefings/

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About Hailey Windham:

As a 2023 CU Rockstar Recipient, Hailey Windham, CFCS (Certified Financial Crimes Specialist) demonstrated unbounding passion for educating her community, organization and credit union membership on scams in the market and best practices to avoid them. She has implemented several programs within her previous organizations that aim at holistically learning about how to prevent and detect fraud targeted at membership and employees.

Windham’s initiatives to build strong relationships and partnerships throughout the credit union community and industry experts have led to countless success stories. Her applied knowledge of payments system programs combined with her experience in fraud investigations offers practical concepts that are transferable, no matter the organization’s size.

Connect with Hailey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hailey-windham/

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Banking on Fraudology is part of the Fraudology Network, and produced by Podyssey.io.