Thousands of South Carolina Residents & Businesses Have Been Affected By the Wave of Cyber Crimes Cyber crimes have been around since the creation of the internet. They have never gone away but simply evolved, causing irrefutable damage to businesses, families, and individuals. It is important to be vigilant when on the internet to protect…
The Zulock Pedophile Sex Ring That Happened in Georgia Is One of the Worst We’ve Seen In August 2022, Married couple William Dale Zulock and Zachary Jacoby Zulock were indicted on charges of aggravated child molestation, aggravated sodomy, felony sexual exploitation of children, felony prostitution of a minor, and incest. The couple allegedly forced their…
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors, Speakers, & Attendees to Our 2nd Annual SLIC Conference Private investigation and security are difficult professions that require a sharp wit and an up-to-date knowledge on the ever-changing industries. That’s why we created the Security and Licensed Investigator Conference (S.L.I.C.) to bring expert advice and cutting-edge information to ambitious security,…
2023 SLIC Conference Spotlight: Alfonso Williams Alfonzo Williams is the first African-American Sheriff of Burke County and first African American Police Chief of the City of Waynesboro Police Department.He has 32 years law enforcement experience; starting with the Augusta Police Department (APD) and Richmond County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO). Alfonso has worked for various other law enforcement…
The Official 2023 SLIC Conference Guide The 2nd annual Security & Licensed Investigator Conference (SLIC) is almost here! March 13 and 14, 2023 to be exact. Security officers and licensed investigators can earn CEUs (16 for Georgia and 12 for South Carolina), network with other professionals in the field, and hear from our amazing speakers…
2023 SLIC Conference Spotlight: Angela Morales Angie Morales has over 35 years of community banking experience with a focus on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance. She is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMLS) and a Certified At-Risk Crime Tactics Specialist (CACTS) and currently works at Queensborough National Bank as head of…
2023 SLIC Conference Spotlight: Michael Makropoulos Meet Michael Makropoulos! He is a senior level executive with nearly 40 years of security, operations and technology management experience. He has led many different groups, programs and initiatives, both nationally and internationally in Europe and the Middle East, ranging across operations, security, and global expansion. Currently, Mr. Makropoulos…
Financial Abuse of Elders Is a Growing Problem Across the Country As a person ages, it is common for others to help get involved in their financial matters. Those could include their family members or care team. Many elders, those who are 65 and older, are at risk for financial abuse or exploitation. As licensed…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month The Department of Justice observes the month of October for domestic violence awareness. Millions of adults experience domestic abuse from their partner or loved one every year. The stories and statistics over the matter are heartbreaking, but it is something that is important to discuss. No one should have…
Here’s What You Need to Know About Mortgage Fraud An economic recession brings financial uncertainty and additional strain on individuals. And with the current state of the housing market, we are seeing mortgage fraud cases on the rise. So what does mortgage fraud entail? A lot actually. Let’s break down the core components of mortgage…