Tom Simon is a former FBI Special Agent with over 30 years of experience throughout financial fraud, forensic accounting, CPA and private investigating. Hired by people around the world for his investigative services and expert knowledge, he brings FBI case files to the stage through engaging and educational keynotes. Known for his ability to turn true-crime stories from his career into compelling insights, his real-world case studies deliver powerful lessons for business leaders and organisations. Speaking on topics from FBI behavioural science to financial investigations, Tom leaves audiences informed, energised and equipped with practical tools that better their understanding.
After obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Clemson University and attending CIA Interview and Interrogation School, Tom began his career as a Staff Auditor and Forensic Accountant at KMPG in 1992. In 1995, he joined the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) as a Special Agent, where he was assigned to the Bank Fraud Squad. Tom confidently led high-stakes and complex investigations involving investment fraud, embezzlement and large-scale financial crimes. Being assigned to the Joint Terrorism Task Force working on the Human Intelligence Squad in 2016, he managed caseloads of multi-million-pound white-collar crimes.
After retiring from the FBI in 2021, Tom created his own private investigating company, Simon Worldwide Investigations LLC. Tom aims to set the gold standard in financial fraud investigations and relentlessly uncover fraud to protect assets and empower businesses. Continuing to share his experience, he is also a true crime content creator with a large and expanding following across social platforms. In addition, he has appeared on shows such as CNBC's American Greed, along with shedding light on true-crime as a guest on renowned podcasts.
Whether he is teaching leaders how the FBI rapport-building techniques can drastically improve performance and influence, or revealing to financial professionals how to recover stolen funds, he influences every audience. With honed experience from hundreds of cases, he is globally sought after for his skills in investigation, financial analysis, background checks, due diligence, FBI referrals and more. Tom has shared his remarkable public speeches for world-leading companies, including CNN, Fox News, CNBC, Arello and more. With hundreds of thousands of followers and over 22 million YouTube views, he continues to educate, captivate and empower global audiences with actionable insights that strengthen judgment and decision-making at every level of leadership.
Tom Simon's official speaking topics are listed below:
Using FBI Behavioural Science for Business Success
FBI Strategies to Boost Sales, Inspire Teams & Influence Others
What if your leadership style or sales pitch was backed by the same behavioural 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 Behavioural 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:
- How to use behavioural analysis to better understand clients, employees, and prospects
- Rapport-building methods straight from the FBI playbook
- Ethical persuasion techniques to gain buy-in, build loyalty, and drive results
Cracking the Case: The FBI Approach to Financial Investigations
How to Uncover Fraud, Build Strong Cases & Recover Stolen Money
Fraud is everywhere—and the best defence 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:
- How to approach financial investigations like a pro
- Interview techniques that get to the truth—and land confessions
- Proven strategies to track and recover stolen money
FBI Secrets to Fraud-Proof Your Business
How to Prevent Embezzlements and Scams while Safeguarding your Assets
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:
- The most common fraud schemes and how to prevent them
- Internal controls every business needs to stop theft
- Steps to recover stolen funds and hold fraudsters accountable
Official Feedback From In-Person & Virtual Events
"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." - Glen, Chief Accounting Officer, publicly traded forest products company
- 2021 - Began as a Private Investigator with Simon Worldwide Investigations LLC
- 2016 - Assigned to the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force
- 1995 - Joined the FBI as a Special Agent
- 1992 - Staff Auditor and Forensic Accountant at KMPG
- 1998 - Bachelor of Science, Accounting at Clemson University
How to hire Tom Simon
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