Greg Esslinger
Executive Vice President | Global Investigations Practice Lead | J.S. Held LLC
Alpharetta, GEORGIA
Cross-Border Investigations Expert | Former FBI Special Agent | Regulatory & Compliance Expert | Leading Business Intelligence Advisor
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Biography
A former practicing lawyer and former special agent for the FBI in the International Counterterrorism Division, Greg Esslinger is an experienced investigations and business intelligence expert with an extensive background in regulatory risk, compliance, cross-border investigations, and crisis management.
With nearly two decades of experience and work across more than 30 countries, Greg Esslinger brings a diverse skill set spanning multiple sectors, including healthcare, pharma, architecture, engineering, energy, finance, and nonprofits. Among other credits, he created the Anti-corruption, Compliance, and Ethics practice at a large multinational consulting firm. Other notable achievements include the development of a technology-based solution for third-party risk management and launching of the first-ever anti-corruption conference in Lagos, Nigeria.
Mr. Esslinger's illustrious track record also includes building the first compliance program for one of the largest companies in the world and leading one of the largest corporate bribery investigations in China. Notably, he was appointed by the SEC as a federal compliance monitor for a prominent multinational pharmaceutical company.
Greg Esslinger is a recognized thought leader who actively participates in industry events, has appeared before regulators, and shares expertise and insights with clients, peers, and other stakeholders. He contributes to news coverage on stories related to fraud, compliance, and risk, having participated in more than 75 live interviews. He enjoys exploring critical industry topics, helping to foster a deeper understanding of regulatory challenges and their impact on businesses and individuals.
Industry Expertise (3)
Defense
Financial Services
Business Services
Areas of Expertise (7)
Business Intelligence
Internal Investigations
Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption
Regulatory Risk Management
Compliance & Governance
Monitorships
Fraud & Forensic Analysis
Affiliations (4)
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
- Georgia Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Private Directors Association
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Languages (1)
- English
Education (2)
Georgia State University College of Law: J.D.
The University of the South: B.A., English Literature
Licenses and Certifications (7)
Private Equity Company Governance
Private Directors Association® Issued Mar 2023
Corporate Governance: Maximize Your Effectiveness in the Boardroom
Wharton Executive Education Credential ID 61040610 Issued Oct 2022
Attorney
State Bar of Georgia
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Fundraising Essentials Certificate
NonprofitReady
Board Member Essentials Certificate
NonprofitReady
Financial Management Essentials Certificate
NonprofitReady
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