Article | June 30, 2026
FCPA Enforcement: Where the Bribery Actually Happened
FCPA enforcement trends analyzed by geography. Discover where bribery risk is concentrated and how it impacts global compliance, investigations and risk management.
Mr. Lippold is a highly experienced and regarded professional with more than 20 years of experience as a testifying expert on complex financial and governance issues. In addition to his advisory expertise, Mr. Lippold’s background includes practical industry and leadership experience, with more than a decade as a CEO/President and seven years as a VP/CFO of global engineering and manufacturing companies.
Jeffrey Lippold has more than 35 combined years of experience with financial, accounting, economic, construction, manufacturing, business valuation, merger/acquisition/divestment, turnaround, and statistical issues.
Mr. Lippold has a strong background in financial damage models, with extensive experience in the energy industry, EPC projects, and complex construction issues. Mr. Lippold works with and understands financial damage issues from all sides – Developers, Owners, Designers, Contractors, Product Manufacturers, Subcontractors, and Insurance Companies.
Prior to his expert witness experience, Mr. Lippold held the executive positions of CEO and/or CFO of major global organizations, including Kvaerner Oilfield Products (now part of Aker Solutions) and National Oilwell (now NOV).
Mr. Lippold’s consulting experience includes more than 100 engagements, spanning issues such as financial distress/turnarounds, organization planning, project management, lender due diligence, management reorganizations, and quality systems relating to international and manufacturing standards.
FCPA Enforcement: Where the Bribery Actually Happened
FCPA enforcement trends analyzed by geography. Discover where bribery risk is concentrated and how it impacts global compliance, investigations and risk management.
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