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The Art of the Interview

On June 2nd, Pete Castillo discussed the several phases of interviewing; including preparation for the interview, suggested techniques during the interview, rules of engagement (Interview v. Interrogation) while introducing application of his theory,  “DOA;” an acronym for resolving three elements he has utilized to help corroborate, substantiate or disavow the subject of the interview.  The suggested technique can be applied during criminal, civil, employment and verification of information interviews.

Pete is sharing his whitepaper with the NYCFE as promised during the Seminar.  Please see the attached link for the PDF file.

 http://nycfe.org/downloads/the_art_of_the_interview___white_paper_by_pete_castillo_june_2014.pdf

BIO

Ernesto A. “Pete” Castillo  

Pete holds both a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration. Pete’s professional experience is concentrated in Risk Management and encompasses a career in law enforcement, as a NYPD Detective specializing in fraud investigations while assigned to the New York County District Attorney’s Office; to extensive investigative experience within the insurance and banking industries as an examiner, internal auditor and underwriter. Pete’s has served as an expert witness in the State Court, and summary witness within the Federal court.   

Pete’s most recent assignment is the Fraud Investigative Analyst, for the Department of Justice, United States Attorney, the Middle District of Florida, Pete holds designations as a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Certified Financial Crime Specialist.  

Pete is the former President and most recent Chairman of a not-for profit organization-The New York City Certified Fraud Examiners, of the National Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.