Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope | Leadership Lessons, Whistle-Blowers, and Insights into the Fraud Industry

In this episode of The Leadership Standard Podcast, ‪@JamieMasonCohen‬ sits down with Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope, a renowned forensic accountant, Professor at DePaul University and acclaimed documentary filmmaker. Dr. Pope specializes in analyzing white-collar corporate crime. Tune in to discover how to equip your organization against potential fraud and the essential training Kelly recommends. You'll also learn about the three different types of fraud perpetrators through Kelly's expert insights and hear her discuss her own leadership journey, sharing why and how she entered this fascinating field.

About Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope
Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope is a distinguished forensic accountant, professor at DePaul University, and filmmaker renowned for her expertise in white-collar corporate crime. As a prominent figure in the field, Dr. Pope helps organizations identify and understand fraud, leveraging her extensive knowledge to combat financial deceit. She is the acclaimed author of "Fool Me Once: Scams, Stories, and Secrets from the Trillion Dollar Fraud Industry," a compelling exploration of the pervasive nature of fraud.

In 2020, Dr. Pope was honoured among the top 25 most powerful women in accounting by the AICPA and the CPA Practice Advisor, recognizing her significant contributions to the profession. Her award-winning documentary, "All the Queen's Horses," delves into the largest municipal fraud in U.S. history, showcasing her adept storytelling and investigative skills. Dr. Pope's impactful TED Talk, "How Whistle-blowers Shape History," has garnered over 1.6 million views, further cementing her influence as a thought leader in the realm of fraud and forensic accounting.

About The Leadership Standard Podcast
The Leadership Standard, hosted by TEC Canada speaker and leadership development and resilience expert, Jamie Mason Cohen, features in-depth conversations with subject matter experts all across the business spectrum.
Featuring thought leadership and actionable insights to challenge your assumptions – and inspiring stories of business triumphs, struggles, and perseverance that provide a motivational push – every episode of The Leadership Standard is a revealing discussion about the life of business and the business of life