The Herbein Conversation

Herbein + Company, Inc.

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Welcome to The Herbein Conversation: a podcast where we dive deep into the world of accounting, tax, and all things advisory, including HR Consulting, Risk Management, Wealth Management and other trending topics. Join us to learn from our specialists across Herbein, a premier CPA advisory firm committed to helping clients succeed with confidence today and tomorrow.

07/15/2025

Unpacking 'Pig Butchering' Scams

For the Season 1 finale of the The Herbein Conversation’s Fraud Fighters series, host Debbi Fetter is joined by returning guest Julie Mixtacki to explore a fast-growing and highly manipulative scam known as Pig Butchering. These scams that often target older adults blend romance and investment fraud, and use social media and messaging apps to gain trust before convincing victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency platforms. Tune in to learn: How Pig Butchering scams typically unfold Red flags to watch for Why seniors are especially at risk Actionable tips to stay protected Listen now to close out Season 1 and prepare yourself for one of today’s most dangerous financial scams. We’ll be back this fall with Season 2 of Fraud Fighters, featuring more expert guests, new topics and additional fraud prevention strategies.

8 min
06/17/2025

The Data Behind Engagement: Why People Power Performance

In this episode of The Herbein Conversation Podcast, host Hannah Kubik is joined by Scott Smith, Director of Client Services in Herbein’s Human Capital & HR Consulting practice. Building on his recent blog, Employee Engagement Data and Value Creation: Lessons from Moneyball, Scott dives deeper into why employee engagement is more critical than ever, and how organizations can use validated, benchmarked data to understand, measure, and improve it. From Gallup’s 2025 State of the Global Workplace findings to Herbein’s own recognition as a 2025 Top Workplace, this conversation explores what truly drives engagement today, how it connects to business value, and how companies can take meaningful action.

7 min
06/12/2025

Modern Identity Theft: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

In this episode of ⁠The Herbein Conversation's Fraud Fighters⁠ series, host Debbi Fetter, Partner and Managing Director, flips the script with guest interviewer Hannah Kubik, to tackle one of the most persistent and evolving threats facing individuals and businesses alike: identity theft. From financial fraud to voice verification scams using AI, Debbi breaks down the many forms identity theft can take and shares practical steps to protect your personal and professional information.

11 min
06/02/2025

ACH Fraud: What You Don’t Know Could Cost You

In this episode of ⁠The Herbein Conversation's Fraud Fighters⁠ series, host Debbi Fetter, Partner and Managing Director of Herbein’s Risk Management practice, is joined by Michelle Sowers, Senior Manager with Herbein’s On Demand Accounting and Advisory Services team. Together, they dive into real-world examples of ACH fraud, explore why businesses are especially vulnerable, and offer actionable tips to help you detect and prevent fraudulent transactions. Learn how to safeguard your business with daily monitoring, verification protocols, employee education, and more.

10 min
05/15/2025

Elder Fraud on the Rise Pt. 2: Digital Scams

In this episode of The Herbein Conversation's Fraud Fighters series, host Debbi Fetter, Partner and Managing Director, is joined by Julie Mixtacki, Senior Manager and returning guest from our earlier episode on elder fraud. This time, they discuss the growing threat of digital scams targeting older adults, and explore additional methods fraudsters use to exploit emotional vulnerability, isolation, and lack of tech familiarity to deceive older adults. Tune in for practical tips to protect your loved ones from phishing, tech support scams, and more.

7 min
05/05/2025

Don’t Click That Link! Smishing Scams and How to Avoid Them

In this episode of The Herbein Conversation’s Fraud Fighters, Debbi Fetter, Partner and Managing Director, and Jeff Johns, Partner, take a deep dive into smishing, the phishing scam that hits your phone. Learn how to identify scam messages, verify sources, and educate your team before fraud strikes.

11 min
04/29/2025

HR Trends 2025: Are Organizations Keeping Up?

In this episode of The Herbein Conversation Podcast, host Hannah Kubik sits down with Karen DiGioia, Director of Client Services in our Human Capital & HR Consulting practice, to explore the biggest HR trends shaping 2025. Together, they compare national insights from SHRM’s 2025 State of the Workplace Report with real-world responses from Herbein’s HR Benchmarking Survey.

13 min
04/16/2025

Combating Check Fraud in a Digital Age

In this episode of The Herbein Conversation's Fraud Fighters series, host Debbi Fetter, Partner and Managing Director, sits down with Jason Kline, Senior Manager in Herbein's Risk Management practice, to discuss the evolving threat of check fraud. Fraudsters are using increasingly sophisticated tactics—from check washing to mobile deposit scams—to target businesses and individuals alike. Learn how to spot red flags and implement practical strategies to protect your finances. Whether you're a business owner or managing personal accounts, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to stay one step ahead of fraud.

7 min

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Welcome to The Herbein Conversation: a podcast where we dive deep into the world of accounting, tax, and all things advisory, including HR Consulting, Risk Management, Wealth Management and other trending topics. Join us to learn from our specialists across Herbein, a premier CPA advisory firm committed to helping clients succeed with confidence today and tomorrow.

Creator

Herbein + Company, Inc.
Years Active

2023 - 2025
Episodes

23
Rating

Clean
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