Investigator

DEBBIE A. SEIDEN *********@*****.***

678-***-**** (C) Roswell, Georgia

Performance-oriented investigative professional with exceptional leadership qualities, planning and organizational

skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interacts well with all levels of responsibility.

Advanced career through superior performance, analytical and problem solving skills. Reputation for making sound

business decisions and the ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Functions well in variable, highly

productive, fast paced changing environments requiring solid team leadership. Proficient Computer Skills: Mac

Applications, Microsoft Office, Accurint, IRB, and Internet Research. Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice.

Strengths:

Asset Protection Event Planning Community Liaison

Case Management Analytical & Resourceful Leadership Skills

Investigative Expertise Resource Allocation Crisis Communication

Internet Research Marketing & Advertising Problem Resolution

Federal & State Regulations Court Procedures Training & Management

Time Management Skills Background Investigations Report Generation

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

SEIDEN INVESTIGATIONS, LLC 2011 -2012

Private Investigator/Owner

Conducted investigations to detect fraudulent insurance claims covering all lines of business involving claimants,

brokers, medical providers, and agents. Developed a network of resources and maintained a solid working

relationship with clients and law enforcement officials during the course of the investigations. Gathered facts,

prepared concise written reports, preserved physical evidence and documented evidence to support these

investigations.

ROGER C. SKOVLY, P.T., INC., Roswell, GA 2003 -2012

Nationwide Continuing Education provider for physical therapists.

General Manager/Marketing & Event Coordinator

Market Evaluating and Treating Pelvic Joint Malalignments seminar for physical therapists nationwide.

Accountable for event planning, sales, advertising, marketing, registration, contract negotiation and execution,

bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Partner with other professionals to design marketing collateral to include national

trade publications, direct mail campaigns, Internet and website targeting hospitals, clinics, and individual therapists.

Highlights:

• Coordinated educational events nationally to include site location, event planning for 100 P.T.’s

Attained national recognition and exceeded projected sales goals.

Established and maintained solid business relationships with key clients that led to additional business

opportunities.

SEIDEN INVESTIGATIONS, INC., Miami, FL

CHECKMATE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS 2000 - 2004

Private Investigative Agency /Owner & President

Investigated international child abduction, identity theft, credit card fraud, mortgage fraud, personal injury, workers

compensation, product liability, premise liability, insurance defense, accident investigation, surveillance, asset

searches, due diligence, and marital cases. Reviewed and analyzed reports from investigative databases, (IRB and

Lexus/Nexus). Maintained case files in an organized and concise format, performed court appearances when

necessary, closed investigations in a timely manner. Interact with clients, attorneys, and law enforcement officials

to ensure cohesive relationships. Major clients included Conseco Finance Credit Corporation, attorneys, insurance

companies, and private individuals. Managed the activities of additional private investigators. Generated new

business through advertising, referrals, and establishing solid attorney network. Responsible for day-to-day

operations to include accounting, reporting, and front office operations.

Highlights:

Florida Association of Licensed Investigators, member.

Recognized in Florida Association of Licensed Investigators Publication; [$100M judgment premise liability

case] (2003).

Launched Checkmate subsidiary to perform background investigations.

MIAMI DADE COUNTY STATE ATTORNEYS OFFICE, Miami, FL 1979 - 2000

Criminal Investigator

Investigated narcotics, police & political corruption, internal investigations, financial fraud and forgery, credit card

fraud, mortgage fraud, insurance and worker’s compensation fraud, construction fraud, sexual battery, background

investigations, financial exploitation of the elderly and child support enforcement. Interacted and maintained

relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Maintained contact and support with victims

and their families throughout the judicial process. Identified local and community services and assisted with the

appropriate referrals when necessary. Conducted in depth field interviews with suspects, witnesses and employees;

served subpoenas, conferred with attorneys, assisted in case filing, obtained search warrants, conducted physical

searches and wire taps. Secured bank and credit card statements, IRS tax returns, stock portfolios, prepared and

served subpoenas, analyzed financial data and compiled reports for financial fraud investigations. Have knowledge

and understanding of FCRA, criminal law and the judicial process.

MIAMI DADE COUNTY STATE ATTORNEYS OFFICE (continued)

Highlights:

Chosen as Lead Investigator for Hurricane Andrew Task Force. Participated in multi-agency unit to investigate

construction fraud following Hurricane Andrew. Investigation resulted in 40 arrests with 35 convictions and

$75K in court ordered restitution and 6 organized schemes led to the arrest of 11 and $250K in restitution.

Outstanding Public Service Award [Rotary International], Hurricane Andrew Task Force.

Acting supervisor; provided administrative employee reports.

Assigned to Child Support Enforcement Division (special pilot project). Investigated cases of parental non-

support; resulted in 45 arrests and collection of $500K+ for custodial parents.

Provided assistance to State Attorneys Office and staff training on methods of detecting hidden assets and

public records research.

Received Hialeah Police Department commendation for successful investigation and arrest of 3 police officers

in police corruption case.

Meritorious Awards from State Attorneys Office.

Employee of the Month (numerous times).

Cited in Miami Herald news article regarding investigation and arrest of 3 Miami Police Department officers in

narcotics and murder investigation.

Integral member of Joint Task Force; Miami PD, FDLE, DEA, and Customs department involving wire tap on

Italian national smuggling narcotics into the U.S.

BLOOMINGDALES THE FALLS, MIAMI, FL 1991 - 2000

Part-Time Sales Associate Fine Jewelry Department

MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT, Miami, FL 1976 - 1979

Crime Intelligence Analyst

Performed analysis to determine trends and develop tactical intelligence with regards to organized crime and/or

narcotics activities. Provided background information/data to assist detectives with investigations.

Highlights:

Developed flow and link charts during investigations for use in visual case presentations.

Conducted financial analysis, toll record analysis, and public records review to determine tangible assets

purchased with illicit funds.

EDUCATION

FIU, Miami, FL

Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Professional Development

Ana Capa Science Intelligence Analyst Course, Washington, DC

Seminars on White Collar Crimes, Computer Crimes, Criminal Justice Information Systems, (NCIC/FCIC), IACP

Internal Affairs Training Seminar, R.I.C.O. Investigations, Interviews & Interrogation Training, Intensive Spanish

Course for Law Enforcement Officers, SIU Insurance Overview, SIU Auto Theft 101, SIU Auto Body & Repair

Shop Fraud, SIU Workers Comp Fraud, SIU Transient Criminal Activity in Insurance Investigations, SIU

Neighborhood Investigations

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Make A Wish Foundation, Atlanta, GA/Volunteer

Atlanta Film Festival/Volunteer

Women in Film, Atlanta/Member

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