MD Chapter of Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Welcome to ACFE MD Chapter 21ACFE Maryland Chapter #21 is the primary nonprofit resource for fraud awareness training in our state. Members in our area share an interest in the detection and deterrence of fraud. In Maryland the Chapter acts as the local representative of the ACFE, the the world's largest anti-fraud organization and premier provider of anti-fraud training and education. Find out more about the ACFE and certified fraud examiners at their website. In 2024 the Chapter's training resulted in more than 1,800 CPEs. April 2025 ConferenceBaltimore County IG receives Fraud Fighter of the Year Award One of the highlights of the conference was the Chapter's Fraud Fighter Award to Kelly Madigan, Baltimore County IG. Inspector General Madigan was honored for her courage, leadership, and focus on speaking truth to power. Kelly Madigan, Baltimore County Inspector General, received the Fraud Fighter of the Year Award from Chapter President Jessica Gay. See the list of previous honorees at our AWARDS page. Our Chapter's 2-day spring conference ended. Thank you all for attending April 28 and 29, 2025. Whether you attended in person or online we appreciate your participation. Learn more at our Fraud Conference 2025 website. Our Chapter A Top ContributorACFE announced in June that the Maryland Chapter was one of the highest contributing chapters to the ACFE Foundation. The Chapter contributed at the Diamond Level and was exceeded by only six other chapters. Thanks to all of you joining the Chapter and participating in our events to help the Maryland Chapter be a part of this effort Last year worldwide contributions to the Foundation totaled $124,050. The Foundation supports the anti-fraud profession through scholarships, research and educational initiatives. Events
| Chapter Election ResultsAs a result of the June 2025 Chapter Election, the following individuals were elected:
Their 2-year terms began July 1, 2025. MARYLAND NEWS
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Start or Renew Your MembershipPlease remember the Chapter membership year started January 1, but it's never too late to join. The Chapter membership fee remains only $25 for CFEs and $30 for Associate members. Chapter members eligible to vote and hold office must also be members of ACFE headquartered in Texas. Details about joining ACFE at the global level are available at ACFE. Not a member of ACFE.com at the global level? You can still support our Chapter by becoming an Affiliate for $25. While Affiliates are not Chapter members, they do receive event emails and discounts. Details at https://cfemd.org/membership. |
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