Rebecca Smith, CFE

Rebecca Smith, CFE, has had a diverse range of work experience. Rebecca started their career at Regal Entertainment Group in 2008, where they worked as an Associate Manager, focusing on strong customer relations, cash handling, and problem-solving. In 2012, Rebecca joined Gap Inc./Old Navy as a Sales Associate, responsible for cash handling, product knowledge, and customer relations. Rebecca then transitioned to Ross Stores, Inc. in 2013, where they continued as a Sales Associate, gaining further experience in sales floor operations, cash handling, and customer relations. In 2014, Rebecca took on the role of Staff at Century 16, where they were involved in cash handling, customer relations, and stock rotation. During the same year, they also worked as a Fraud Analyst at Accertify, Inc, an American Express company, conducting transaction reviews, utilizing various databases, verifying credit information, and contacting cardholders for suspicious activities. Rebecca's most recent work experience is with Consumers Credit Union, where they started as a Fraud/Risk Analyst in 2016, analyzing and investigating potentially fraudulent activities. Rebecca was later promoted to the role of Senior Fraud Analyst in September 2019, continuing their responsibilities of analyzing and conducting timely investigations to minimize organizational losses.

Rebecca Smith, CFE, received their Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from Western Illinois University. Prior to that, they completed their Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice at the College of Lake County. Rebecca also holds a High School Diploma in General Studies from Wauconda High School. In addition to their educational achievements, they are certified as a CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). The specific dates of when they obtained this certification are not provided.