In this eye-opening presentation, Tom Hardin — once known as FBI informant Tipper X — delivers an unflinching account of how seemingly small ethical lapses in a high-pressure investment environment led to his role in one of the largest insider trading investigations in U.S. history.

Tailored for board members and governance professionals, Tom’s story is more than a cautionary tale — it’s a leadership imperative.He reveals the human factors — rationalization, short-term pressure, and isolated decision-making — that often precede misconduct. Tom underscores how board-level tone, cultural clarity, and proactive oversight can prevent reputation-destroying ethical failures.

Board members will walk away with a deeper understanding of:

- The subtle psychological traps behind white-collar crime
- Red flags that leadership often misses until it’s too late
- How ambiguity, culture, and unchecked relationships create exposure
- Ways to cultivate environments where employees speak up before lines are crossed

Tom’s message isn’t about compliance checklists — it’s about vigilance, values, and the unseen ways ethical erosion begins at the margins of decision-making. His story reminds us: it’s not just about who commits the fraud — it’s about who could’ve stopped it.