SunHawk Expert Spotlight – Charles Laugen

We’re excited to announce that Charles Laugen, CFE, has joined the SunHawk Consulting team! Charles is a Director of Insurance Compliance and Investigations and brings over 30 years of experience in insurance, compliance, fraud prevention, and investigative practices to the team. He has spearheaded and contributed to hundreds of investigations in internal and external fraud, insurance fraud, insider threats, sales misconduct, and employee misconduct.

Charles is a recognized authority in Special Investigations Unit (SIU) compliance, with a wealth of experience in developing and overseeing anti-fraud programs, fraud prevention strategies, investigative protocols, and regulatory adherence programs. His expertise spans both the operational and strategic aspects of SIU functions, including the creation and implementation of anti-fraud initiatives, compliance training, and investigative best practices. 

A significant portion of Charles’ career was spent at Prudential Financial, where he held multiple leadership roles. As Director of Corporate Investigations, he led a team of investigators focused on addressing a wide range of issues including internal fraud, vendor fraud, insider risks, data security breaches, and violations of laws related to cyber and privacy protection, company policies, and regulatory compliance.

Charles is also a frequent speaker on critical issues such as the exploitation of vulnerable adults and the influence of sales incentives on corporate culture. He has presented to the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE), the Midwest Insurance Fraud Prevention Association, and the Insurance Security Association.