
The Frontlines of Fraud: Unmasking Schemes & Strengthening Defenses (4 CPEs)
Event Details:
Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
Time: 8:30AM - 12:30 PM EST
Field of Study: Fraud
CPE credits: 4 CPEs
Fee: $50
Location (Online webinar): Zoom link will be provided prior to event.
Event Description:
Session I
Title: Insights into Organized Fraud Rings & Current Trends in Inmate Fraud
Speaker: Ryan Schwoebel, CFE, CFI
Speaker Bio: Ryan Schwoebel is a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Forensic Interviewer, and formerly a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist. He is a fraud investigator for the Blue Cross & Blue Shield plan. Previously, he worked in financial crimes investigation and anti-money laundering compliance for national life insurance, securities broker-dealers, and banking corporations. Before transitioning to the private sector, Ryan worked in law enforcement as a Special Agent with NCIS. He has also taught as an adjunct faculty in policing, investigative techniques, kinesic interviewing, and financial crimes for several colleges including UAB and Troy University. He also volunteers with AARP’s Fraud Watch Network, providing speaking engagements on fraud awareness and prevention.
Session II
Title: The Power of Communication - Building Trust, Brand, and Partnership in the Fight Against Fraud
Speaker: Inyam Owete Griggs, CFE
Speaker Bio: Inyam Owete-Griggs holds a Bachelor's in Finance from the University of North Florida and a Master of Accounting from Nova Southeastern University. With certifications as a Certified Fraud Examiner and Investment Advisor Representative, she has built a distinguished career in financial services, specializing in fraud detection and team leadership. As a Surveillance Manager, she is committed to fostering an ethical culture within organizations. Known for an engaging speaking style and delivering clear, actionable insights, Owete-Griggs brings a wealth of compliance experience and a passion for coaching, communication, and building organizational trust.
Learning Objective: Attendees will learn how relationship-building, cross-functional partnerships, and clear, values-driven messaging can expose risks earlier—and prevent them altogether. Fraud prevention is both technical and relational.
Attendees will walk away with:
Tools for creating a culture of openness and trust
Ways to break down silos and improve response time
Messaging strategies that reinforce ethical behavior