Part 1 - Ask Us Anything: Fraud-Fighter Telethon w/ Justin Davis and Frank Mckenna

Banking on Fraudology is part of the Fraudology Podcast Network.

In this special Telethon episode of Banking on Fraudology, host Hailey Windham is joined by fraud-fighting heavyweights Frank McKenna and Justin Davis for a lively Q&A session tackling the biggest questions in fraud prevention. The episode kicks off with a surprise appearance by Karisse Hendrick, setting the tone for an informative yet entertaining discussion.

Guests call in with hard-hitting questions, including how to detect synthetic identities without advanced technology, what industry pressure is being applied to P2P payment apps, and what keeps these fraud experts up at night. Frank McKenna shares his deep concerns about human trafficking in Cambodia tied to fraud operations, while Justin Davis highlights the growing threat of first-party fraud. The experts also provide practical advice on presenting fraud data effectively to stakeholders and executives.

Throughout the episode, the hosts blend humor with serious insights, even fielding some prank calls along the way. Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on emerging fraud trends, detection techniques, and communication strategies. Whether you're a seasoned fraud fighter or new to the field, this episode offers something for everyone.

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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/