Sam E. Antar is a former accountant whose career trajectory took a remarkable turn from perpetrator to investigator of financial fraud. As the former chief financial officer (CFO) of Crazy Eddie, a major consumer electronics chain in the Northeastern United States during the 1980s, Antar was a key figure in one of the decade’s largest securities fraud schemes.
Professional Transformation
Following his criminal conviction, Antar redirected his expertise toward forensic accounting, leveraging his firsthand knowledge of financial fraud to help combat white-collar crime. His unique perspective and technical expertise have made him an expert advisor to various clients, including:
- Government agencies
- Law enforcement organizations
- Law firms and accounting firms
- Independent investment research firms
Hedge funds and public companies