Ep. 264: Douglas Boyle and Dana Hermanson - The Fraud Prevention Pyramid Explained

Join us for an insightful episode of Count Me In as Adam Larson
sits down with the authors of the 2023 Curt Verschoor Ethics
Feature of the Year, Dana Hermanson and Douglas Boyle. Dana, the
Dinos Eminent Scholar Chair of Private Enterprise and professor
of accounting at Kennesaw State University, and Douglas,
professor and department chair in accounting at the Kania School
of Management at the University of Scranton, share from their
award-winning article. In this episode, they introduce the Fraud
Prevention Pyramid, a crucial framework with five stages to help
professionals build resilience against fraud.


Dana offers practical advice on preparing for and defending
against pressure in the accounting world, while Doug emphasizes
the role of emotional intelligence in recognizing and mitigating
fraud risks. Discover tips on navigating ethical dilemmas,
avoiding common pitfalls, and the importance of skepticism in
today's tech-driven landscape. Whether you're an accounting
student or a seasoned professional, this episode is packed with
valuable insights to enhance your fraud prevention acumen and
ensure integrity in your financial reporting. Tune in for a
conversation that's both enlightening and essential for anyone in
the field of finance and accounting!