Yoss: Kickbacks, Embezzlement, and Lies: What Every Business Leader Needs to Know | Quick Tech Talks

Don’t be the next victim. Spot--and stop--fraud early.   Quick Tech TalkWith Steve YossCPE TodayOccupational fraud remains one of the most pervasive and costly threats to organizations worldwide—and many companies may be underestimating the risk. A recent Quick Tech Talks episode delves into key findings from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners' (ACFE) 2024 Report to the Nations, uncovering the mechanics behind the world’s most common types of fraud and the staggering financial toll they exact. MORE Steve Yoss here MORE TECH The numbers are alarming: Occupational fraud is responsible for losses equaling up to 7% of global GDP, or more than $5 trillion annually, according to the ACFE. These crimes don’t just target large corporations—they impact businesses of all sizes and sectors. In this episode, listeners are guided through the three major categories of occupational fraud—asset misappropriation, financial statement fraud, and corruption—and shown how each can quietly undermine an organization’s integrity and profitability.