Banking on Fraudology Defending Financial Freedom with Kenny Aycock
Banking on Fraudology is part of the Fraudology Podcast Network.
In this special 4th of July episode of Banking on Fraudology, host Hailey Windham sits down with Kenny Aycock, a trusted risk professional and manager of risk management at All South Federal Credit Union. With over two decades of experience on federal task forces investigating violent crime and gang activity, Kenny brings a unique perspective to the world of financial fraud prevention.
The conversation explores Kenny's journey from law enforcement to credit union risk management, highlighting how his investigative skills translate to protecting members' financial freedom. Kenny shares insights on the biggest fraud threats facing credit unions today, including impersonation scams, online account takeovers, and elder financial abuse. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration within the industry and with law enforcement to stay ahead of evolving fraud tactics.
Listeners will gain valuable advice on defending against scams, educating the community, and leading fraud-fighting teams. Kenny's passion for protecting people shines through as he discusses using cutting-edge technology alongside old-school investigative techniques. Whether you're a fraud professional or simply interested in safeguarding your finances, this episode offers an inspiring look at the critical work being done behind the scenes to preserve financial freedom.
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/