John R. Fick III, MLS, CFE, CFCI, CECFE

John R. Fick III serves as the Corporate Vice President, Head of Fraud for Northwest Bank, providing over 20 years of comprehensive experience in fraud operations, including fraud detection, investigations, fraud risk, and physical security. Throughout his distinguished career, John has worked with a spectrum of financial institutions, ranging from small regional banks to large national corporations across the United States.

John's expertise lies in the development and strengthening of fraud departments, where he employs a strategic approach and deep comprehension of organizational needs and risk factors. He excels in personnel management, fostering a culture of success, and conducting intricate investigations aimed at mitigating and recovering financial losses.

Recognized for his leadership qualities, John embodies empowerment, effective communication, adaptability, integrity, problem-solving, collaboration, partnership, personnel development, and mentorship. His leadership style is characterized by a commitment to fostering professional growth and facilitating collaborative solutions.

• International Association of Financial Crime Investigators (IAFCI)
  • 2024 Conference
  • 2023 Conference
  • 2022 Conference
  • 2021 Conference
  • Various IAFCI Chapter Virtual Events & Webinars (2017–2024)
• ACFE Pacific Northwest Chapter Virtual Training Webinars
  • 2023
  • 2024
• Large audiences of business customers of the bank
  • How to protect their business from financial crimes presentations
• Various Panel Discussions for Training

• 2025 Fraud & Cybersecurity Predictions:
• John Fick’s Innovator Profile
• The Future of Check Fraud Interview
• Building a Fraud Department within a Financial Institution Interview

• Treasury Management Fraud - Three Strategies to Reduce Risk

• What is Check Fraud Podcast
• Impostor Fraud Podcast

• Battling Account Takeovers and ID Theft