Steve is an Associate Principal at Spire Consulting Group leading the Forensic Accounting practice, specializing in expert witness services in fraud examination, economic damages, and compliance matters for complex cases in both State and Federal courts.
Steve is a global leader in fraud prevention, ethics, and compliance, with over two decades of experience helping organizations navigate the evolving landscape of financial crime. He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences, known for blending technical expertise with insights into human behavior and motivation.
He is the co-creator of The Seduction of Fraud, a groundbreaking framework and speaking series exploring why good people commit fraud and how organizations can protect themselves. (www.seductionoffraud.com)
Recently, Steve collaborated with his firm’s Family Office department to design and implement a new process and internal software to reduce wire transfer fraud risks—an innovation already yielding measurable results. He also launched a new monthly training series targeting the growing threats of cyber fraud, with a special focus on social engineering and deepfake deception.
With an MBA in Finance, Steve holds multiple certifications including:
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
Steve has been featured in Forbes, American Banker, Fraud Magazine, Internal Auditor, and CalCPA Magazine. He served as author of the Big Frauds column in Fraud Magazine and is currently an Adjunct Professor of Fraud & Ethics at Golden Gate University. He has also served as President of the San Francisco Chapter of the ACFE and Chair of its Higher Education Committee.
An active member of the Houston Infragard Chapter, Steve remains deeply committed to helping professionals and organizations stay one step ahead in the ever-changing fight against fraud.