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September 2018
As an investigator, social media platforms and search engines are important tools for tracking down facts and following leads. This class expands general knowledge of social media platforms and search engines, allowing for the creation of thorough reports.
Find out moreEverything is for sale on the dark web: company names and brands, celebrity reputations, products, and personal identities. Those unfamiliar with the dark web's intricacies find it impossible to locate these important and valuable assets. Gain entrance into the dark web and the resources that support it. View the social media platforms and search engines specific to dark web activity and learn how to protect corporate brands and employees caught up in this nefarious online world.
Find out moreIn this FFIEC seminar, participants will identify which search engine to use, when to use it, and what results you should expect from each by conducting hands-on advanced Internet and social media searches.
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Hundreds of investigators gather annually at Hg's Osmosis conference to gain insights into Open Source Intelligence and receive training from the most recognized experts in North America.
Find out moreHg’s President Cynthia Hetherington offers a comprehensive program on Internet investigations and open-source intelligence gathering. Students will learn how to enhance their search skills to effectively use Internet resources for locating information online.
Find out moreJoin Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the Rockland Business Association's joint event by the Technology Initiative and the Women’s Leadership Council on "Can We Stop Robots From Taking Our Jobs?". Cynthia will be a panelist to dive into the topic.
Find out moreNovember 2018
It is easier to paint a pretty picture than to hide a checkered past. In business, a company's future can depend upon what it knows about a competitor, vendor, customer, or potential partner. The difference between entering a profitable relationship or costly litigation can hinge on an effective business background investigation. A smart businessperson checks to see if there are hidden past financial problems, principals with criminal records, or a history of lawsuits.
Find out moreAn examination of sources for information, including the top foreign corporate databases for researching overseas companies and their principals.
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Hg's webinar will introduce participants to the Dark Web and channels that are used to institute private sales and exchanges.
Find out moreThis 2-day course, taught by Hg's Cynthia Hetherington, offers a comprehensive program to Internet investigations and open-source intelligence gathering. Students will learn how to enhance their search skills to effectively use Internet resources for locating information online.
Find out moreThis 2-day course, taught by Hg's Cynthia Hetherington, offers a comprehensive program to Internet investigations and open-source intelligence gathering. Students will learn how to enhance their search skills to effectively use Internet resources for locating information online.
Find out moreDecember 2018
Hg's webinar will discuss the current laws and acceptable practices and pitfalls that can occur in your investigation.
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Join Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the FICPA's FVS Conference for a presentation on Understanding the Dark Web. In this intermediate to advanced hands-on class, participants will gain a thorough understanding of the Dark Web—criminality, anonymity, counterfeit products, child pornography, and human trafficking; learn the directory structures of the Dark Web; and learn Dark Web languages like Tor and Tails and the lingo of this underworld.
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Investigating with Public Records and Open Sources: 1 CEU, 60 minutes As an investigator, you have the ability to access hundreds of thousands of Surface, Deep, and Dark web sites to gather the intelligence you need when conducting an investigation. This course provides a thorough description of how and where to find data within public records
Find out moreJoin Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the FICPA's FVS Conference for a presentation on Understanding the Dark Web. In this intermediate to advanced hands-on class, participants will gain a thorough understanding of the Dark Web—criminality, anonymity, counterfeit products, child pornography, and human trafficking; learn the directory structures of the Dark Web; and learn Dark Web languages like Tor and Tails and the lingo of this underworld.
Find out moreFebruary 2019
The Association is a vehicle for providing school security staff with a means to share best practices and emerging trends, while developing a network to share information about these practices. They are also looking to share information about equipment, software and hardware that will better keep campuses safe. Additionally, they are looking to provide professional training opportunities for K-12 security staff and administrators.
Find out moreThis 2-day course, taught by Hg's Cynthia Hetherington, offers a comprehensive program to Internet investigations and open-source intelligence gathering. Students will learn how to enhance their search skills to effectively use Internet resources for locating information online.
Find out moreHg’s President Cynthia Hetherington offers a comprehensive program on social media investigations and open-source intelligence gathering. Students will learn how to enhance their search skills to effectively use Internet resources for locating information online.
Find out moreKeynote from Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the NCWIT Aspirations In Computing Award Event
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Utilizing Advanced Google Searches: 1 CEU, 60 minutes The ability to uncover information on the Internet is the primary skill of an online investigator. The go-to resource for many is Google, yet not everyone knows how to utilize its full potential. This class expands your general knowledge of the search engine, making difficult searches more effective.
Find out moreIn this FFIEC seminar, participants will identify which search engine to use, when to use it, and what results you should expect from each by conducting hands-on advanced Internet and social media searches.
Find out moreMarch 2019
Join Cynthia at the Middle Tennessee ACFE Chapter's Annual Fraud Conference for her general sessions on Advanced Social Media Investigations and Understanding the Dark Web.
Find out moreSocial media platforms are an important aspect of any online investigation. This advanced class is for those who hold the skills to conduct cursory searches but want to be on top of their game with the latest search tools for locating and uncovering social media users and their online content.
Find out moreJoin Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the Transportation & Logistics Council's 45th Annual Conference in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Utilizing Social Media and Other Search Resources: 1 CEU, 60 minutes As an investigator, social media platforms and search engines are important tools for tracking down facts and following leads. This class expands your general knowledge of social media platforms and search engines, allowing you to create thorough reports for your clients. In this intermediate to
Find out moreApril 2019
Keynote from Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the NCWIT Aspirations In Computing Award Event
Find out moreJoin Hg's Cynthia Hetherington at the Factoring Conference's 25th Annual Conference in San Diego, CA
Find out moreIn this FFIEC seminar, participants will identify which search engine to use, when to use it, and what results you should expect from each by conducting hands-on advanced Internet and social media searches.
Find out moreJoin Cynthia at the 13th Annual ACFE San Antonio Conference in San Antonio, TX for her session on Dark Web: Finding Fraud Online
Find out moreThis 2-day course, taught by Hg's Cynthia Hetherington, offers a comprehensive program to Internet investigations and open-source intelligence gathering. Students will learn how to enhance their search skills to effectively use Internet resources for locating information online.
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