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Luz Araque

Luz Araque

Miami,FL

Summary

With vast and diverse experience in Global Investigations, I have successfully handled various cases, including due diligence investigations for open source and public records, FCPA investigations, internal fraud investigations, and business intelligence projects. Having served as an investigation professional in four leading consultancies, I have developed a profound appreciation for the investigative and intelligence-gathering techniques that underpin complex projects. My skillset encompasses: Experienced project lead and coordinator - can undertake investigative projects through completion, managing multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision. Expertise in designing research plans and familiarity with multiple research methods, such as qualitative and quantitative research, data mining, and social network analysis. Able to effectively work as part of an interdisciplinary global team, coordinating task with others to ensure deadlines are met. Experienced in conducting fact-findings interviews with specific stakeholders involved in cases. As a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), I am dedicated to completing periodic continued professional education to maintain and enhance my credentials. This commitment ensures being at the forefront of industry knowledge and practices. Excellent English and Spanish-language writing, research, and analytical skills, including the ability to quickly and concisely summarize complex issues.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Consultant, Global Investigations Practice

J.S. Held, LLC
Miami, Florida
05.2021 - 03.2024
  • Performed consulting engagements in diverse areas, including pre-transaction due diligence investigations, dispute resolutions, asset searching, background investigations, and litigation support
  • The overall investigative results aimed to assist the client in mitigating reputational risk in a significant business transaction
  • My core tasks in this role encompassed:
  • Collecting, reviewing evaluating, and integrating large volumes of information and intelligence data from multiple sources.
  • Assigning work to subcontractors (external investigators) in multiple jurisdictions, tracking the progress of cases and monitoring the workflow of different matters.
  • Conducting fact findings interviews with a range of stakeholders involved in cases.
  • Producing high-quality narrative reports that address client needs and providing solutions based on research and analysis.
  • As a key contributor, was instrumental in strategically bolstering the company's research capabilities
  • My efforts have included recommending and testing various databases and research tools, such as LexisNexis, CLEAR, TLO, Pitchbook, S&P's Intelligence IQ.

Managing Consulting, Global Investigations Practice

Berkeley Research Group, LLC (BRG)
Miami, Florida
03.2014 - 04.2021
  • Performed and coordinated work on complex investigations in the United States, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean
  • Worked in multiple engagements, which included pre-transaction due diligence investigations, dispute resolutions, asset searching, background investigations, and litigation support
  • The core task performed in this role, included:
  • Preparing proposals and detailed scopes of work (which included price, timing, and investigative activities), as requested by the clients.
  • Liaising with clients to understand their requirements and ensure that proposals delivered solutions tailored to their needs.
  • Managing investigative projects’ lifecycle, including the scope, schedule, and quality of projects from the time tasking is received until the delivery of the work product to the client.
  • Analyzing large amounts of data and public records, to prepare accurate and concisely written reports for a sophisticated client base consisting of large corporations, top-tier law firms, financial institutions, and private clients.
  • Conducting fact-findings interviews with specific stakeholders involved in cases.
  • Assisting the practice’s leaders to generates new business development efforts.

Investigative Analyst, Forensics, and Litigation

Capstone Advisory Group, LLC - Capstone Colombia
Bogota, Colombia
01.2012 - 02.2013
  • Coordinated and performed domestic and international corporate investigations throughout the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean
  • Performed investigations in matters involving litigation support, transactional due diligence, background investigations, Foreign Corrupt Practice (FCPA) compliance matters, corporate internal fraud, and domestic and international asset searching.
  • Assisted the practice’s leaders to establish the office in Bogota, Colombia.

Partner & Manager, Independent Investigator

Intelligenz, LLC
Miami, Florida
03.2011 - 12.2011
  • Performed investigative work as an independent contractor for consulting firms and clients in diverse areas, including pre-transaction due diligence investigations, dispute resolutions, asset searching, and litigation support.

Director, Forensic and Litigation Consulting Practice

FTI Consulting, Inc.
Coral Gables, Florida
03.2008 - 01.2011
  • Planned and performed investigative work on numerous matters, primarily in the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean
  • These matters included corporate fraud and internal investigations, Foreign Corrupt Practice (FCPA) compliance matters, competitive intelligence, domestic and international asset searching, in-depth due diligence, and background investigations.
  • Produced high-quality narrative reports that addressed client needs and provided solutions based on research and analysis.
  • Learned to use and apply various investigative techniques and methods, including Forensic Tool Kit (FTK) and Ringtail
  • These tools are used in investigative and computer forensics matters that require collecting, processing, and reviewing substantial volumes of electronic data.
  • Contributed to increasing the client portfolio by preparing proposals and budgets for prospective clients.
  • Organized training programs to help the professional development of colleagues and the research team.

Associate Director, Forensic and Litigation Practice

Kroll Inc.
Miami, Florida
01.2002 - 02.2008
  • Performed and coordinated work on several complex investigations in multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Latin America and the United States
  • The casework included matters ranging from international due diligence investigations to competitive intelligence, money laundering and assets searching, and internal fraud matters.
  • Prepared investigative reports, including key findings and recommendations for the clients.
  • Achieved an in-depth understanding of investigative and intelligence-gathering techniques required to perform corporate investigations and litigation support matters.

Intelligence Officer/Analyst

Departamento Administrativo de Seguridad (DAS), Colombia
, Colombia
01.1995 - 05.2000
  • Collected and evaluated intelligence from various sources, including foreign newspapers, broadcasts, and confidential human sources
  • Produced finished intelligence products, which were written reports or oral briefings, for government agencies.
  • Completed various international training programs on the techniques and methods for collecting and analyzing information.
  • Liaised with other intelligence analysts and experts in specialty fields to coordinate information requirements, assisting them in developing community intelligence reports.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01.2012

Specialization in United States Studies -

Universidad De Los Andes
Bogotá, Colombia
01.1998

BS in Languages -

Universidad Industrial de Santander – UIS
Bucaramanga, Colombia
01.1987

Skills

  • Global Due Diligence Investigations
  • Intelligence Collection and Analysis
  • Asset Searches
  • Business Intelligence
  • Internal Fraud
  • Litigation Support
  • Experienced project lead and coordinator
  • Expertise in designing research plans
  • Familiarity with multiple research methods
  • Able to effectively work as part of an interdisciplinary global team
  • Experienced in conducting fact-findings interviews
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Excellent English and Spanish-language writing
  • Research and analytical skills
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Process Improvement
  • Reporting capabilities

Affiliations

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) since 2010
  • Member of the Association of ACFE
  • Licensed Private Investigator (PI), FL

Personal Information

Title: CFE

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

References

I will provide a list of references upon request.

Projectgeographicalexperience

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • The Caribbean
  • Europe
  • Asia

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Certification

Certified Fraud Examiner, 2010

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional

Timeline

Managing Consultant, Global Investigations Practice

J.S. Held, LLC
05.2021 - 03.2024

Managing Consulting, Global Investigations Practice

Berkeley Research Group, LLC (BRG)
03.2014 - 04.2021

Investigative Analyst, Forensics, and Litigation

Capstone Advisory Group, LLC - Capstone Colombia
01.2012 - 02.2013

Partner & Manager, Independent Investigator

Intelligenz, LLC
03.2011 - 12.2011

Director, Forensic and Litigation Consulting Practice

FTI Consulting, Inc.
03.2008 - 01.2011

Associate Director, Forensic and Litigation Practice

Kroll Inc.
01.2002 - 02.2008

Intelligence Officer/Analyst

Departamento Administrativo de Seguridad (DAS), Colombia
01.1995 - 05.2000

Master of Business Administration -

Liberty University

Specialization in United States Studies -

Universidad De Los Andes

BS in Languages -

Universidad Industrial de Santander – UIS

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