Advisor network

BCG is committed to helping clients utilize the right resources they need to be successful in their efforts. To that end, we have launched an Advisor Network comprised of seasoned and accomplished professionals who offer a broad range of consulting services. The Advisors and BCG partner together to provide clients with the specific expertise they are seeking. The Advisors supplement the services provided by BCG to include experience with large scale data analytics and data collection, brokerage firm enforcement consulting, AML/BSA and financial services compliance operations and technology, international ethics and compliance management, auditor malpractice and audit firm compliance, internal accounting control analysis, and other areas. The Advisors have previously worked at the SEC, PCAOB, FINRA, global financial institutions and corporations, Big 4 accounting firms, and global consulting firms. The Advisors possess various professional certifications including CPA, CFE, CFF, CAMS, CCEP-I and LPEC. Our Advisors work from Atlanta, Chicago, Miami, Northern Virginia, San Francisco and Washington DC.

Please reach out to Jim Barratt with you and your client’s needs for experienced consultants and experts. We want to be your trusted advisor and will connect you with the professionals best suited for the situation.

 Gary Carleton is a skilled defender of stockbrokers and brokerage firms being investigated or accused of misconduct by FINRA or the Securities and Exchange Commission.  Gary’s more than 25 years as an Enforcement Senior Counsel at FINRA and his additional years as a Senior Counsel for SEC’s Division of Enforcement provides him with the insight needed to effectively defend stockbrokers and FINRA members.  Gary knows from his own experience that it is critical to engage with the regulator at the earliest stages of an investigation to help avoid potentially larger consequences later.     

In addition to being one of FINRA Enforcement’s most experienced former Senior Counsel, Gary also served as a FINRA Hearing Officer, presiding over many disciplinary hearings.  In the process, Gary learned what is effective and what is not in defending FINRA disciplinary cases. Through his extensive discussions with hearing panelists, he realized what matters to disciplinary hearing panels in deciding cases.  Gary uses that extensive experience in advising his clients. 

 Joe Hoang is a health analytics consultant and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) specializing in assisting clients and leading teams in healthcare provider operations performance improvement and payer operations process improvement as well as dispute, regulatory, and compliance matters with an emphasis on cutting edge analytics and innovative process design and implementation utilizing high-end capabilities, expertise, methodology and technology.
Over 25 years of experience that span a variety of healthcare industry clients including private equity firms, hospitals and health systems, health insurers, managed care organizations (MCOs), Medicare plan sponsors, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and pharmaceutical manufacturers and wholesalers.
Assisted these organizations with performance and process improvement opportunities, IT Due Diligence, CMS Medicare Data Validation Audits, Medicaid mock Information System Capabilities Assessments, large volume claims billing and payment disputes, prompt-payment, fraud, breach of contract, and contractor performance. Extensive experience developing and managing business and technical requirements involving data collection, validation, warehousing, mining, analysis, and reporting as they relate to healthcare industry clients' transactional systems and auditing programs. 

 Brian McDowell is a forensic accountant with more than 20 years of experience working in public accounting and top consulting firms providing expert forensic accounting and financial fraud investigative services. His experience includes SEC Investigations and corporate internal investigations conducted on behalf of audit committees and boards of directors, arising from regulatory actions or whistleblower allegations, as well as supporting experts with testimony related to accounting matters. 

Brian assists companies and legal counsel facing difficult issues through effective design and review of large volumes of electronic and hard copy documents, conducting fact-finding interviews, conducting research on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) issues, exposure assessment, and witness preparation. He has conducted investigations of large and small organizations across a range of industries in the public and private sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, retail, transportation, telecommunications, medical device, insurance, healthcare, government, and nonprofits. 

Brian is a Certified Public Accountant and frequently guest lectures at various universities on topics related to forensic accounting, fraud in the workplace, and hiring of experts.

 Robert M. Reed, a seasoned banking and finance professional, has established a remarkable career characterized by leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence in the financial services sector. With extensive experience in operations management and risk management, Robert has played a pivotal role in driving operational efficiencies and strategic growth initiatives.

In his current role, Robert is responsible for overseeing the bank's daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing robust internal controls to mitigate risks. He has been instrumental in developing technology solutions to scale the bank's overseas payment collection and distribution business. A strong advocate for collaboration, Robert works closely with management to optimize resource allocation, streamline workflows, and improve service delivery. He is dedicated to growing the bank's business by leveraging data analytics to drive performance metrics and operational excellence, aligning with the bank's mission and goals.

As a global leader in exam management, analytics, and reporting, Robert has successfully managed teams across the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia. His expertise in co-leading multi-million-dollar global projects has resulted in automated reporting systems and process improvements that are both cost-effective and timely, reducing headcount and enriching board reporting for better decision-making.

In addition to his operational duties, Robert serves as a liaison to regulatory entities, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all endeavors. He chairs the Ecommerce / Operations Committee, identifying and eliminating duplicative processes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Robert's leadership extends to developing and managing the BSA/AML office exam process, culminating in the successful termination of AML enforcement actions. He has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to ensuring positive experiences during exams, managing extensive regulatory documentation, and fostering collaborative relationships with regulatory bodies.

With a focus on risk management, Robert has developed and executed enterprise risk management programs, created risk governance frameworks, and led emerging risk discussions to provide forward-looking insights for organizational leadership. His work in designing self-assessment tools and scenario analysis programs has been pivotal in ensuring the organization is prepared for unforeseen challenges.

Robert is not only a visionary leader but also a mentor, coaching and developing talent within the organization to foster career growth and development. He embodies a willingness to tackle any challenge, with a proactive attitude towards improvement and innovation.

Robert's career reflects a dedication to excellence, a passion for developing efficient processes, and a commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement. He continues to represent the bank as a trusted partner to clients, investors, and stakeholders globally.

Matt Rogers has successfully fought fraud, embezzlement and corruption, and has helped resolve the most complex financial reporting, auditing and internal accounting controls problems for more than 30 years. Prior to consulting, he worked at prestigious organizations such as the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (Corporation Finance and Enforcement), the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (Enforcement), KPMG (audit and assurance) and United Technologies Corporation (internal audit). 

Matt has led projects involving financial reporting, auditing, accounting, internal controls, and fraud investigation and detection of large publicly-traded enterprises. He has extensive experience and knowledge in financial operations, accounting functions, internal and external audit processes (GAAS and PCAOB Standards), complex accounting treatments, SEC reporting, regulatory compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX 404) and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). He has helped many companies and individuals, and their legal teams, navigate the investigative processes of the SEC Enforcement and PCAOB Enforcement Divisions.

He can efficiently review, synthesize, and evaluate sophisticated financial information, and then report the results in a way that anyone can understand. He works collegially and is a proven leader with unique and innovative problem-solving abilities. His experience spans a breadth of industries, diverse cultures and varied business environments. 

  Luis Sanchez is a seasoned expert in Governance, Risk, and Compliance with over 20 years of experience advising multinational corporations across Latin America and the United States.  Luis specializes in fostering ethical corporate cultures, developing compliance frameworks, and mitigating legal risks for organizations of all sizes.

Previously, Luis held senior leadership roles in compliance and legal affairs at prominent companies, including Millicom International Cellular and Sempra Energy. His work has encompassed the implementation of anticorruption programs aligned with FCPA and UKBA, training executive committees, and conducting internal investigations to uphold organizational integrity.

Luis brings a data-driven approach to risk assessment and compliance monitoring, leveraging cross-functional collaboration to align business operations with regulatory requirements. His bilingual fluency in English and Spanish has been instrumental in facilitating multinational engagements.

 David Thelander is an international financial services attorney with over 35 years’ experience in managing legal and compliance risks and enhancing risk management programs around the world. David’s experience also includes serving as an expert witness and leading and advising investigations of financial fraud, insider trading, and material misstatements, among other areas. 

In industry, David’s experience includes serving as Senior Vice President, Chief Counsel and SVP, Investment Advice, for Charles Schwab International, and General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer for several asset management firms. 

David’s management consulting experience includes Managing Director for both PwC and Promontory Financial Group (USA and Promontory Australasia, based in Sydney), where he handled numerous financial crime regulatory reviews across the world and oversaw an international legal team managing legal, operational and compliance risks. 

In government, his experience includes Attorney Adviser and Senior Counsel roles,

respectively, with the Corporation Finance and Enforcement Divisions of the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington, D.C. Out of government, he was associated with the global law firm of K&L Gates in Washington, D.C. 

David is a well-recognized international thought leader, speaking at international conferences across the U.S., Asia, Australasia, Africa and Europe. In addition, he has conducted international training courses in criminal and civil investigatory practices and has led or co-led reviews of several African nations’ securities enforcement and financial crimes programs.