Erik Laykin, CHFI, CEDS, CFLC is an eDiscovery authority and an internationally accredited expert in computer forensics, the investigation and analysis of cyber-crime, electronic fraud, data breaches, trade secret theft, trademark, patent and systems design infringement / failure, online piracy, corporate espionage, and other complex information technology disputes. As a pioneer in the emerging fields of corporate information technology investigations and commercial litigation based computer forensics in the early 1990’s, Mr. Laykin founded OnlineSecurity, Inc., one of the world’s first I.T. Investigative firms and provided highly specialized technology services for major international law firms and leading traditional investigative companies. Today, Erik is the Founder and Co-Chair of Duff & Phelps Global Data Risk practice where he manages a variety of engagements within the eDiscovery, Forensics, CyberSecurity and Regulatory fields. As a result of his investigations and expert testimony, Mr. Laykin and his team have successfully solved/resolved disputes valued in the billions of dollars on behalf of Fortune 100 companies in the U.S and abroad. Prior to joining Duff & Phelps, Erik was the founding chair of the Information Technology Investigations practice at Navigant Consulting, Inc. He has conducted hundreds of investigations throughout Asia, Europe and North America and has testified in over 50 cases as an expert witness. Mr. Laykin regularly comments on technology at industry conferences and for the media including CNN, FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS. His participation on a number of advisory boards has included the American Bar Association and the Forensic Expert Witness Association. In addition Mr. Laykin is the past President and Pacific Rim Director of the FBI’s Infragard Program.