Melissa Smart Cfe

Melissa Smart CFE, CFI has a diverse work experience in corporate investigations and fraud prevention. Melissa currently holds the position of Senior Vice President and Director of Corporate Investigations at Huntington National Bank, a role they have been in since July 2021. Prior to this, Melissa served as the Director of Corporate Investigations at the same company starting from May 2019. Melissa also held the position of Vice President of Enterprise Fraud Operations at Huntington National Bank, starting from June 2018.

Before joining Huntington National Bank, Melissa had a significant tenure at JPMorgan Chase & Co., where they held various roles related to electronic crimes investigations. From 2012 to 2018, they managed a team of electronic crimes investigative professionals for the mid-west and west coast markets. Melissa conducted investigations related to fraud losses resulting from the exploitation of remote banking channels and payment products. Prior to that, from 2010 to 2012, Melissa worked as an Electronic Crimes Investigator at JPMorgan Chase & Co., where they focused on investigating fraud related to computer intrusion, viruses, malware, social engineering, and domestic and international fraud rings.

In addition to their experience in the private sector, Melissa also has experience working for the State of Ohio as a Criminal Investigator. From 1996 to 1998, they conducted investigations into workers compensation fraud in the southeastern quadrant of the state. Melissa'sresponsibilities included gathering information from various sources, such as agency and medical provider records, conducting surveillance and undercover operations, and interviewing witnesses and suspects. Melissa also referred investigative findings to the Attorney General's Office for prosecution when necessary.

Melissa Smart CFE, CFI has an extensive background in corporate investigations, fraud prevention, and criminal investigations.

Melissa Smart CFE, CFI holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology from The Ohio State University, which they completed in 1996. Melissa furthered their education by obtaining an Executive Master of Science degree in Financial Crime and Compliance Management from Utica College, completing it between 2014 and 2016. Additionally, Melissa holds various certifications, including a Certified Forensic Interviewer (obtained in 2006) and two Certified Fraud Examiner certifications (both obtained in 2004).