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New York, New York, May 27, 2024: International Consultants and Investigations, Inc. (ICI) announced it has been selected as an approved vendor by the law Firm of Greenberg Traurig LLP. Earl R. Johnson, PhD, CII, and President/CEO of International Consultants and Investigations, Inc. (ICI) has announced that ICI has been approved as a vendor and […]

In today’s dynamic and fast-paced business environment, employers are constantly on the lookout for talent that can drive their organizations forward. However, finding the right fit goes beyond just skills and experience. Background checks have become a crucial part of the hiring process, ensuring that prospective employees not only bring the necessary qualifications but also […]

In today’s fast-paced business environment, financial fraud poses a significant risk to companies of all sizes. Business owners must be vigilant and aware of the various forms of fraud that can undermine their operations. Understanding these threats is the first step in developing robust preventive measures. Here are some of the most common types of […]

In an increasingly interconnected world, the lines between physical security and cybersecurity are becoming increasingly blurred. The convergence of these two domains is not just a trend but a necessity, as modern threats often encompass both physical and digital elements. This comprehensive approach ensures a holistic defense strategy that can effectively mitigate risks in today’s […]

As W-2’s are due to employees by the end of January, businesses face not only the annual task of filing tax statements for employees but also an increasing threat from cybercriminals targeting sensitive employee information through W-2 phishing scams. Understanding the risks and implementing preventive measures is crucial to safeguarding your business, ensuring the protection […]

ICI’s Legal Division focuses on international financial fraud matters. ICI has special expertise in the following, including, but not limited to: financial instruments, prime bank notes and offshore tax havens involving banks and trust companies.  Email ICI to with your concerns and one of our agents will respond in a timely manner.

International Consultants and Investigations, Inc. (ICI) is now offering credit checks for pre-employment and rentals for a fee of $50.00.  As an added bonus, ICI will also provide our Global Watch program.  The Global Watch program is inclusive of US Government and financial enforcement checks as well as an international criminal background evaluation.  Complete background […]

Team ICI-APC-Medina Tactical Dynamics Awareness Protective Consultants Background: Awareness Protective Consultants is a full service training and consulting firm whose team of consultants and trainers has a combined total of over 100 years’ experience.  This experience is in the fields of military, law enforcement as well as specialists in training concepts, legal aspects of police […]

ICI’s exciting new client, Tego Cyber has requested the we enlighten our associates and clients to this powerful new cyber security solution. As a rule, we do not disclose client names but, in this case, we feel compelled to release this information. TEGO Cyber’s mission is to deliver an intelligent, state-of-the-art threat intelligence platform with […]

INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTS & INVESTIGATIONS, INC. PROVIDES BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR: INVESTMENT BANKING FIRMS FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS JEWELRY COMPANIES HEDGE FUNDS TRUCKING COMPANIES AIRLINES ENTERTAINMENT COMPANIES PRIVATE SCHOOLS/SUMMER CAMPS RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS COMPANIES THAT EMPLOY DRIVERS HAULING HAZARD MATERIAL INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES SEEKING TO CONDUCT BUSINESS IN FOREIGN MARKETS, and INDIVIDUALS LOOKING TO VERIFY INFORMATION REGARDING PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS FOR EXAMPLE, ICI’S […]

Connecting to public Wi-Fi gives savvy hackers easy access to your personnel information.  Too avoid these scams use your smart phone to connect to the internet more securely.  You might also invest in a virtual private network (VPN), a service that encrypts your data to keep unscrupulous hackers from stealing sensitive information online.  A VPN […]

ICI investigated the Berny Cornfield and Robert Vesco OSI Switzerland based company and its international financial fraud.  ICI’s CEO, Earl Johnson, met with Berny Cornfield in the UK following his release from prisson. Vesco lived for years as a successful banker in the Bahamas,. Eventually, the U S government made an effort to have him […]

LAST YEAR IDENTITY THEFT COST CONSUMERS IN THE U.S. ALMOST FIVE BILLION DOLLARS. EARL JOHNSON, CEO OF ICI COMPANIES HAS A FEW SELF-DEFENSE STRATEGIES TO STOP THIS CRIME BEFORE IT HAPPENS TO YOU! 1. THE INTERNET POSES A HUGE THREAT.  HERE ARE SOME OF THE THINGS YOU HAVE TO BE AWARE OF: a) don’t store credit card […]

Recently the CIA Director addressed a Congressional committee on Capitol Hill. His report provided the Agency’s assessment of cyber threats and recent attacks on the United States. A key point addressed was Cyber security and the serious threats that  ISIS and other enemies of the US pose. Business leaders, as well as the public, need […]

EMERGENCY RESPONSE   International consultants and Investigations (ICI) provides the following services to foreign businessmen and students living or visiting the United States: Necessary information for travel relating to potential environmental alerts, Terrorism threats, law enforcement contact, medical concerns prior to, during, or after the scheduled time of travel/arrival into the United States. Advise for […]

PRESS RELEASE International Consultants and Investigations (ICI) announces the successful conclusion of an assignment on behalf of the Japanese Railway System. ICI provided information and arranged meetings for visiting representatives from Japan with Amtrak and the Metropolitan Railway System of New York City.  ICI’s mandate was to establish meetings with key personnel of the New […]

Source: ICE Newsroom bulletin MARCH 24, 2021WASHINGTON, DCINTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND COMMERCIAL FRAUD, COVID-19 Online vaccine scams: Homeland Security Investigations, INTERPOL issue public warning ‘Be vigilant, be skeptical, be safe’ WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)and INTERPOL have joined forces to warn the public against purchasing alleged COVID-19 vaccines and treatments online. With criminal groups […]

NY Lic: 11000095379 Certified CII: M887 INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTS & INVESTIGATIONS, INC. Website:  www.icicompanies.com   ICI provides domestic background Investigations for a fee of $250.00 which also includes credit reports.  Copy of a driver’s license and social security number is required. International fees are quoted based on the country of origin. The consent form you will […]

ATM users be advised, this counterfeit $20.00 bill, seen below, is one of 100 inserted into an ATM machine in one stack; this is what placed it out of order.  The perpetrators planned to recover an advance fee from the bank of $200.00 utilizing a bank account opened with a stolen identity. This is just […]

Internet of Things – The internet of things is exploding. Everything around us is becoming “intelligent” and connected. From the refrigerator that tells us when we need to buy more food, to the connected thermostats and light bulbs in our homes, everything is getting a chip inside. This means that hackers have new ways to […]

There is no denying that the world of cybercrime has changed the way businesses think about security. Not only do you need to consider physical security but also your digital security. Everything in your business is at risk if the business has an internet connection. Intellectual property, trade secrets, personal data, financial data are just […]

There is no denying that the world of cybercrime has changed the way businesses think about security. Not only do we need to consider physical security but also digital security. Everything in business is at risk if the business has an internet connection. Intellectual property, trade secrets, personal data and financial data are just a […]

During this time of uncertainty due to the Corona-19 virus, we all need to protect ourselves and our loved ones and friends from unscrupulous people.  These bad actors will take advantage of any situation in order to defraud those vulnerable or unaware. International Consultants and Investigations, Inc. (ICI) recommends the following guidelines in order to […]

International criminals entice their victims by offering convincing documents, generally fraudulent, promising substantial sums of money for participating in their scheme. At some point the victim will be asked or directed to provide up front fees to proceed with the transaction. Financial Instruments generally offered in fraudulent transactions are: Cryptocurrency Ransom-ware, ICO Theft, Zero Coupon […]

Today’s maritime threats are rarely the reef or weather shore. Instead, maritime operators now face a broad range of concerns from the unknown and difficult to predict specter of terrorism to the routine and burdensome imposition of new and changing local, state, and federal regulations. ICI Investigations offers innovative and cost conscious solutions. Captain Earl […]