Registration Closed - LIACFE Presents: Sam Bankman-Fried & FTX: A Forensic Autopsy- 2 CPE Credits

LIACFE Presents: Sam Bankman-Fried & FTX: A Forensic Autopsy

Presenter: Victor E. Hartman, J.D, CPA/CFF, CFE

The Hartman Firm, LLC

Course Description

The course provides a deep dive into all aspects of the FTX collapse. The course first explores the crypto industry. The cast of characters and the various legal entities involved are all detailed. Next, the course explains all of the various frauds that occurred and the fascinating motivations of those involved. The root causes of the collapse are explained in detail including the actions of the bad actors, the celebrity promoters, and the external auditors. The course discusses lessons learned to assist those in charge of governance, regulators, and law enforcement. Finally, the collateral legal aspects are explored including various class action lawsuits, bankruptcy, and the victim’s attempts to recover more than $8 billion in losses.

 Learning Objective

• ·      To explain the FTX debacle.
• ·      To list and describe the various frauds that occurred.
• ·      To explore the cryptocurrency markets.
• ·      To understand the motivation of Sam Bankman-Fried.
• ·      To describe how the FTX collapse could result in an $8+ billion loss.
• ·      To explain the various legal actions involved.

Mr. Hartman is the Principal of The Hartman Firm. He specializes in Internal Investigations, Forensic Accounting, and Fraud Mitigation Consulting. His experience as an attorney, CPA, and FBI Special Agent enables him to bring a breadth of knowledge to address clients’ needs. Vic has served as an expert witness, represented whistle blowers, and has been a court-appointed Receiver and Examiner. Clients include individuals, companies, governmental entities, and legal counsels. Vic is also an Adjunct Professor at Georgia State University where he teaches a master’s-level Forensic Accounting course.

After registration you will be sent a Zoom link prior to the session. The Zoom link will also be sent one day and one hour prior to session.

To receive 2 CPE Credits you must be logged into the session for the entire time and respond to polling questions and/or survey.

Are you a Member of LIACFE? Join Today!

This event is complimentary for LIACFE Members. Join today and receive free! All members continue to get discounts and/or complimentary webinars throughout the year. Networking, training and an opportunity to be a leader in Fraud Examinations are only some of the advantages of being a member.  Complete the application at LIACFE New Member Application.

Are you interested in joining our Chapter as a Chapter Speaker Member?