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Martin Straw has over 15 years of experience conducting fraud investigations and currently manages a mortgage fraud investigation division, supervising over 20 investigators. He has held various investigative and security roles, including as a state investigator of fraudulent real estate appraisals, a real estate appraiser, president of a private investigation firm, auditor for an airline reporting corporation, commercial diver, and security officer for a cruise line after serving in the British military. He has extensive skills in investigation, management, client relations, and training.

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MARTIN STRAW (727) 207-0152 Phone<br /> 9151 Hawkins Court (727) 264-7134 Fax<br /> New Port Richey, FL 34655 martin_straw@verizon.net<br />CERTIFIED FRAUD EXAMINER, INVESTIGATOR<br />15 + years of expertise conducting a broad range of successful high monetary loss fraud investigations, the preparation of detailed reports and providing professional presentations and training.<br /> A professional investigator and certified fraud examiner who excels when presented with challenging and unusual situations. Displays exemplary leadership qualities and management skills to concurrently direct multiple investigations and bring them to successful completion. Recognizing client needs and ensuring that staff are prepared and performing in the best interests of the clients, while at all times striving to exceed client expectations.<br />Core Knowledge & Skills:<br />Certified Fraud Examiner CFEFraud InvestigationData MiningStaff ManagementManage Multiple Investigations Advanced Interview TechniquesProfessional PresentationsClient RelationsInvestigation of Hidden Assets Liaise With Law EnforcementRisk ManagementOperations & ManagementAdvanced Report writingStaff Training & Development Florida All Lines AdjusterAbility to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situationsPersonal Protection Specialist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEMANAGER- MORTGAGE INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION 2009-Present Global Options Group Orlando, Florida Manage and supervise all aspects of mortgage fraud investigations for the South East United States. Train and supervise over twenty investigators regarding mortgage fraud and private mortgage insurance investigation.Liaise with clients and implement changes as required, ensuring that staff involved are meeting and exceeding the expectations of clients.STATE INVESTIGATOR 2006-2009Florida Division of Real Estate Tampa, FloridaInvestigation of fraudulent appraisals within the Tampa Bay area of Florida.Investigate violations of Florida Statutes, Commission and Board Rules involving the Real Estate Professions.Interview complainants, subjects and appropriate witnesses, review court records and other essential documents, collect corroborative evidence.Conduct audits and inspections of agency escrow accountsPrepare and serve subpoenas, serve administrative complaints, prepare and serve notices to cease and desist, notices of noncompliance and citations.Represent the Department at board meetings, probable cause panel meetings, administrative hearings and conferences.Testify at criminal, civil, administrative hearings and depositions.REAL ESTATE APPRAISER 2004-2006Right On Time Appraisals New Port Richey, FloridaCompleted over three hundred and fifty residential property appraisals, of which were in the Tampa Bay area of Florida.PRESIDENT 2003-2005Stonehouse Associates, Inc Valley Stream, New YorkProvide investigative and protective services to both corporate and private clients.Automotive insurance investigations in the New York City area.Locating drivers, injured passengers and witnesses.Conducted clinic inspections and visit repair facilities.Provided personal protection services.MARTIN STRAW, RESUME PAGE 2<br />PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUEDAUDITOR/INVESTIGATOR 1995-2004Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) Arlington, VirginiaConduct detailed audits and inspections of travel agency records and documentation.Conduct forensic audits when required and assist law enforcement with criminal investigations.Provide detailed and complicated presentations to law enforcement and prosecutors.Specialized in complicated investigations involving high monetary losses to the airline industry.Investigated the use of counterfeit air traffic documents and credit cards.INSPECTION DIVER 1993-1995Boswell Underwater Engineering Hackensack, New JerseyA fully trained and certified Commercial Diver involved with all aspects of inspection diving, with extensive use of hydraulic tools, underwater camera and audio video equipment. Inspections conducted on piers, bridges, power plants and dams.SHIPS SECURITY OFFICER 1989-1993Norwegian Cruise Lines Miami, FloridaResponsibilities included: Security of vessel, passengers, and crew while at sea and in port.Conducted detailed ship security surveys and port security surveys.Conducted detailed investigations involving rape, theft, Drug-abuse and related incidents, smuggling and other activities.Prepared for any forthcoming legal actions.Liaised heavily with custom agents, local law enforcement authorities, and company attorneys.ROYAL MARINE COMMANDO 1977-1988UK Ministry of Defense Portsmouth, UKInvolved extensively in various areas of the world in anti terrorist and maritime interdiction operations. A trained criminal investigator, conducted detailed field investigations, obtained detailed interviews of suspects and witnesses, detained suspects and took appropriate action to protect evidence and scenes of crime. Was a member of the 1st Raiding Squadron responsible for covert insertions and extractions of Special Forces. EDUCATIONCERTIFIED FRAUD EXAMINER (CFE) April 2010Association Of Certified Fraud Examiners.NEBSS DIPLOMA IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT August 1988 NEBSS CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT August 1988 Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK. Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK.INSTITUTION OF INDUSTRIAL MANAGERS CERTIFICATE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF INDUSTRIAL SECURITY August 1988Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK.PLYMOUTH COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT August 1988Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK.<br /> <br />

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  • 1. MARTIN STRAW (727) 207-0152 Phone<br /> 9151 Hawkins Court (727) 264-7134 Fax<br /> New Port Richey, FL 34655 martin_straw@verizon.net<br />CERTIFIED FRAUD EXAMINER, INVESTIGATOR<br />15 + years of expertise conducting a broad range of successful high monetary loss fraud investigations, the preparation of detailed reports and providing professional presentations and training.<br /> A professional investigator and certified fraud examiner who excels when presented with challenging and unusual situations. Displays exemplary leadership qualities and management skills to concurrently direct multiple investigations and bring them to successful completion. Recognizing client needs and ensuring that staff are prepared and performing in the best interests of the clients, while at all times striving to exceed client expectations.<br />Core Knowledge & Skills:<br />Certified Fraud Examiner CFEFraud InvestigationData MiningStaff ManagementManage Multiple Investigations Advanced Interview TechniquesProfessional PresentationsClient RelationsInvestigation of Hidden Assets Liaise With Law EnforcementRisk ManagementOperations & ManagementAdvanced Report writingStaff Training & Development Florida All Lines AdjusterAbility to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situationsPersonal Protection Specialist
  • 2. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEMANAGER- MORTGAGE INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION 2009-Present Global Options Group Orlando, Florida Manage and supervise all aspects of mortgage fraud investigations for the South East United States. Train and supervise over twenty investigators regarding mortgage fraud and private mortgage insurance investigation.Liaise with clients and implement changes as required, ensuring that staff involved are meeting and exceeding the expectations of clients.STATE INVESTIGATOR 2006-2009Florida Division of Real Estate Tampa, FloridaInvestigation of fraudulent appraisals within the Tampa Bay area of Florida.Investigate violations of Florida Statutes, Commission and Board Rules involving the Real Estate Professions.Interview complainants, subjects and appropriate witnesses, review court records and other essential documents, collect corroborative evidence.Conduct audits and inspections of agency escrow accountsPrepare and serve subpoenas, serve administrative complaints, prepare and serve notices to cease and desist, notices of noncompliance and citations.Represent the Department at board meetings, probable cause panel meetings, administrative hearings and conferences.Testify at criminal, civil, administrative hearings and depositions.REAL ESTATE APPRAISER 2004-2006Right On Time Appraisals New Port Richey, FloridaCompleted over three hundred and fifty residential property appraisals, of which were in the Tampa Bay area of Florida.PRESIDENT 2003-2005Stonehouse Associates, Inc Valley Stream, New YorkProvide investigative and protective services to both corporate and private clients.Automotive insurance investigations in the New York City area.Locating drivers, injured passengers and witnesses.Conducted clinic inspections and visit repair facilities.Provided personal protection services.MARTIN STRAW, RESUME PAGE 2<br />PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUEDAUDITOR/INVESTIGATOR 1995-2004Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) Arlington, VirginiaConduct detailed audits and inspections of travel agency records and documentation.Conduct forensic audits when required and assist law enforcement with criminal investigations.Provide detailed and complicated presentations to law enforcement and prosecutors.Specialized in complicated investigations involving high monetary losses to the airline industry.Investigated the use of counterfeit air traffic documents and credit cards.INSPECTION DIVER 1993-1995Boswell Underwater Engineering Hackensack, New JerseyA fully trained and certified Commercial Diver involved with all aspects of inspection diving, with extensive use of hydraulic tools, underwater camera and audio video equipment. Inspections conducted on piers, bridges, power plants and dams.SHIPS SECURITY OFFICER 1989-1993Norwegian Cruise Lines Miami, FloridaResponsibilities included: Security of vessel, passengers, and crew while at sea and in port.Conducted detailed ship security surveys and port security surveys.Conducted detailed investigations involving rape, theft, Drug-abuse and related incidents, smuggling and other activities.Prepared for any forthcoming legal actions.Liaised heavily with custom agents, local law enforcement authorities, and company attorneys.ROYAL MARINE COMMANDO 1977-1988UK Ministry of Defense Portsmouth, UKInvolved extensively in various areas of the world in anti terrorist and maritime interdiction operations. A trained criminal investigator, conducted detailed field investigations, obtained detailed interviews of suspects and witnesses, detained suspects and took appropriate action to protect evidence and scenes of crime. Was a member of the 1st Raiding Squadron responsible for covert insertions and extractions of Special Forces. EDUCATIONCERTIFIED FRAUD EXAMINER (CFE) April 2010Association Of Certified Fraud Examiners.NEBSS DIPLOMA IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT August 1988 NEBSS CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT August 1988 Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK. Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK.INSTITUTION OF INDUSTRIAL MANAGERS CERTIFICATE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF INDUSTRIAL SECURITY August 1988Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK.PLYMOUTH COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT August 1988Plymouth College of Further Education, Plymouth, UK.<br /> <br />