real stories, real lessons, real impact.

From FBI case files to the stage

As a Retired FBI Special Agent, Licensed Private Investigator and Forensic Accountant, Tom Simon uses his financial fraud expertise and true-crime stories to engage, educate and entertain audiences. Tom has three primary speeches but will customize content for any audience.

See Tom in Action

Speaking TOpics

Tom educates professionals to avoid fraud losses, recover money and solve crimes through speaking engagements for associations, conferences, and business meetings. He uses case studies from his FBI and PI background to engage, educate and entertain audiences.

Topic #1

Using FBI Behavioral Science for Business Success

FBI Strategies to Boost Sales, Inspire Teams & Influence Others

Topic Overview

What if your leadership style or sales pitch was backed by the same behavioral science techniques used by the FBI to build trust with informants, navigate high-stakes interviews, and gain compliance from criminals? In this dynamic session, Tom tells true-crime stories and pulls back the curtain on FBI Behavioral Science training to show how these powerful tools can be applied to improve business performance. Learn how to read people, build rapport, and ethically influence decisions—whether you’re managing a team or closing a deal.

Audience Takeaways:

Target Audience:

Business Leaders, Sales Professionals, Corporate Trainers & HR Managers

Topic Overview

Fraud is everywhere—and the best defense is knowing exactly how to spot it. In this session, Tom shares real world investigative techniques used by FBI agents to uncover financial crimes. From managing cases to conducting effective interviews, you’ll learn how to think like an investigator, follow the money trail, and recover stolen funds. Packed with true stories and practical takeaways, this session gives you the tools to crack even the toughest cases. 

Audience Takeaways:

Target Audience:

Auditors, Accountants, Regulators and other Financial Professionals

Topic #2

Cracking the Case: The FBI Approach to Financial Investigations

How to Uncover Fraud, Build Strong Cases & Recover Stolen Money

Topic #3

FBI Secrets to Fraud-Proof Your Business

How to Prevent Embezzlements and Scams while Safeguarding your Assets

Topic Overview

Most fraud isn’t committed by strangers—it’s an inside job. From small businesses to large corporations, fraudsters exploit weak spots in financial controls, often staying undetected for years. Tom breaks down real-life cases, exposing the most common fraud schemes and showing you exactly how to protect your business. Learn how to spot warning signs early, put safeguards in place, and take action before it’s too late. 

Audience Takeaways:

Target Audience:

Business Owners, Managers and Financial Professionals 

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What Clients & Audience Say

Tom was the perfect choice to kick off our Accounting Department Summit. As an engaging and entertaining speaker, he captivated the room with fascinating true crime stories drawn from his extensive experience as an FBI Agent and Private Investigator. His financial background and real-world investigative stories made the session exciting, highly relatable and impactful for everyone.

Tom was the perfect choice to kick off our Accounting Department Summit. As an engaging and entertaining speaker, he captivated the room with fascinating true crime stories drawn from his extensive experience as an FBI Agent and Private Investigator. His financial background and real-world investigative stories made the session exciting, highly relatable and impactful for everyone.

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