Brian Erbis

Brian Erbis, a retired NYPD detective, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Nevada licensed private investigator (PILB#4253), is the founder and qualifying agent of Brian Erbis Consulting, LLC, headquartered in Reno, Nevada and New York City.

His professional insights are accessible through his website at https://www.brianerbis.nyc and his Medium profile @brianerbis. Brian Erbis combines his expertise in fraud examination with his role as an organizational and public interest consultant, offering a unique perspective on various issues.

Brian Erbis's tenure with the NYPD involved serving in both plainclothes and detective roles, where he specialized in investigating a broad spectrum of physical and property crimes, particularly focusing on fraud. His work in the NYPD's Special Frauds Squad led to multiple successful prosecutions, and he demonstrated exceptional skills in tracking down and extraditing perpetrators across the United States.

Brian Erbis Consulting LLC initially began as a financial crime blog, which also included elements of investigative journalism. The business evolved to include financial crimes consulting services, and currently offers private investigations, mystery shopping, fraud examination and consulting, organizational consulting tailored for small to medium-sized businesses, with a focus on internal controls in the State of Nevada. The scope of the New York office is limited to consulting services.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Brian Erbis is passionate about outdoor activities such as snow skiing, hiking, and reading. He values his connection with nature and the outdoors.

Furthering his commitment to justice and transparency, Erbis established the Brian Erbis Foundation. This non-profit think tank and watchdog organization is dedicated to scrutinizing governmental and private agencies, including licensing boards, with a keen eye on executives, board members, and employees. Its mission is to uncover and challenge instances of sanctimony, hypocrisy, corruption, nepotism, and cronyism, particularly focusing on their impact on politically underrepresented groups.