Brian Lapidus, Chief Operating Officer, Kroll Fraud Solutions to Speak at KC’s Event on the Red Flag Rule: Post Implementation Issues on 3/25/09

New York, NY, February 18, 2009 --(PR.com)-- The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Brian Lapidus, Chief Operating Officer, Kroll’s Fraud Solutions will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Red Flag Rule: Post Implementation Issues”. This 2-hour event is scheduled on March 25, 2009, Wednesday, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. (For further details of the event and an updated list of panelists, please visit: http://www.knowledgecongress.org/event_2008_red_flag.html)

The Federal Trade Commission’s recent mandate requires organizations to develop a sound identity theft-prevention programs. Assessing key risk factors, adopting test policies and procedures and training employees to ensure that precautions are implemented besets financial institutions with challenges for completing their Red Flag Rule program. This timely event will greatly benefit organizations faced with the implementation of The Red Flag Rule, which takes effect on May 1, 2009. This is a must-attend for all financial institutions and creditors as it will help them understand post-implementation issues and enable them to fast-track their programs.

The Knowledge Congress is assembling a panel of distinguished professionals and key regulators to enlighten financial institutions with their concerns arising from the implementation of the rule. The speakers will present their expert opinions in a two-hour Live webcast.

About Brian Lapidus

Brian Lapidus has unique frontline experience helping a wide variety of corporations and organizations safeguard against and respond to data breaches. With an extensive background in organizational development, today he sets direction for the company's continued success in identity theft discovery, investigation and restoration. Lapidus is particularly knowledgeable about the many security gaps - physical, procedural and electronic - common to many U.S. companies and organizations, as well as the criminal landscape where stolen identities are bought, sold and used. He oversees a highly-skilled team that includes veteran licensed investigators who specialize in supporting breach victims and restoring individuals' identities to pre-theft status. He also is working with consumer organizations to help ensure responsible practices among businesses that provide identity theft-related services.

About Kroll Fraud Solutions

Kroll Inc., is the world’s leading risk consulting company with over 30 years experience in security and risk mitigation. Since 1999, Kroll has worked with organizations to implement the best possible defense and the most resolute response to a data breach.

Kroll’s team of highly trained and experienced licensed investigators have counseled and provided identity theft resolutions for tens of thousands of individuals. This experience has enabled Kroll to enhance their support for the organization as well as restoration for individuals affected by a data breach.

Over 30 million consumers and a host of leading organizations trust Kroll for their identity theft and fraud solutions - recognizing that Kroll’s resources and experience set it apart from every other company in the world.

For more information about Brian Lapidus, and Kroll Fraud Solutions, please visit: http://www.krollfraudsolutions.com/

About The Knowledge Congress

The Knowledge Congress is an organization that produces webcasts that examine regulatory changes across a variety of industries. “We bring together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour Live webcasts to study the impact of changing regulations.” To contact or to register for an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org.

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