Kari A. Overson

Former Special Agent in Charge (SBA, OIG)
Consultant

Kari A. Overson is a highly experienced Certified Fraud Examiner and licensed Private Investigator with a distinguished career in fraud investigations, financial crimes, and forensic analysis. She specializes in uncovering fraud and white-collar crimes, including bank and loan fraud, embezzlement, insider fraud, elder financial exploitation, and contract fraud. Kari provides expert investigative services, consulting, and training to businesses, government agencies, and legal professionals.

Before transitioning to the private sector, Kari served as Special Agent in Charge for the U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General (SBA OIG), where she led a team of agents across 14 states in conducting high-profile fraud investigations. Under her leadership, the team secured numerous indictments, convictions, and financial recoveries totaling over $66 million. She played a critical role in identifying fraud schemes, advising on regulatory compliance, and preventing financial losses to government programs.

With over 30 years of investigative experience, Kari has testified in legal proceedings, conducted financial fraud trainings, and served as an instructor on federal procurement fraud. She holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Washington State University and has earned multiple professional certifications.

Kari is an active leader in the fraud investigation community, serving as the past President of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (Pacific Northwest Chapter) and a member of various investigative associations. She is also a sought-after speaker on fraud detection and prevention.