Testimonials

“I have been an investigator for over 35 years and have attended numerous interview training classes.  Mark’s training classes are a refreshing and engaging approach to gathering pertinent evidence during the interviewing process.  Mark is extremely engaging and knowledgeable and presents the material in a way that draws the audience in.  The Knoxville ACFE has had Mark speak on a couple of occasions and his presentations are always entertaining and informative.

Feedback from past attendees regarding Mark’s presentation include:”

  • Informative
  • Very knowledgeable
  • Excellent

Elizabeth L. Sherrod, CFE, LPI
CEO Sherrod Investigative Group, LLC Seminar Coordinator and Past President of the Knoxville ACFE

“Mark’s training is engaging, approachable, and genuinely enjoyable, yet firmly grounded in the latest science. I’ve seen him instruct several times through the AIG, and his approach set the standard for the NGA’s national investigator training program I built – so I brought him in as an instructor, and I still take away something new from every session. His casual delivery draws you in, while his research-driven and field-tested methods deliver results that speak for themselves.”

Anthony Palmieri
Deputy Inspector General | President, Palm Beach Economic Crimes Unit | Former President, National Guardianship Association

“I first met Mark in 2013 while teaching for the Inspector General Criminal Investigator Academy. Since that time we have taught together at the Association of Inspectors General Institutes. Mark has a myriad of law enforcement and public corruption investigation experience accumulated over many years that make him one of the highest rated instructors at the AIG Institutes. It is instructors of this caliber that help make the CIGI certification so valuable. I consider myself fortunate to count Mark as a colleague and friend.”

Stephen Street
Louisiana State Inspector General

“Mark Anderson is a vibrant, entertaining, engaging and knowledgeable speaker. The Jacksonville ACFE has had Mark speak at many of our engagements over the past few years. His style which includes stories, videos and audio clips to demonstrate points keeps the audience involved and leaves them wanting more no matter the length of the event. Feedback from past attendees regarding Mark’s specific participation in our events include:

  • Engaging. Masterful: Knows the material inside out, speaks like you’re not an audience but a friend but tends to use the same materials for “different’ presentations. Obviously loves doing this work and likes being around people.
  • We should get him again, and encourage the IIA to do the same.
  • Best ever
  • Excellent

Personally, I have learned a lot from Mark whether it applies to my family or work life. Mark is good person who enjoys people and it is always a pleasure when we get to spend time with him.

I highly recommend Mark for your next training event as a keynote, all-day or just to fill an hour or so. He will not disappoint!”

Andrea Valentin
VP Prepaid FIU at FSV Payment Systems (US Bank)

“Mr. Anderson is among one of the finest law enforcement instructors that I have met in my career. His passion for teaching law enforcement officers, especially new officers and investigators, is unmatched.

Mr. Anderson’s expertise in law enforcement interviewing and interrogation is among the most highly regarded in the Federal Inspector General community. In addition to training federal criminal investigators, Mr. Anderson has trained hundreds of auditors, inspectors, evaluators, and other Inspector General professionals in local, state, and federal agencies.

Mr. Anderson is uniquely qualified to develop and deliver interviewing and interrogation training to new and experienced criminal investigators, administrative investigators, auditors, inspectors, evaluators and other professionals charged with oversight, investigative, and law enforcement duties. I am confident that he will continue to serve with integrity, respect, and an unrelenting commitment to excellence.”

Robert Ray
Director, Inspector General Criminal Investigator Academy

“During Mark’s tenure at the IG Academy, he managed or contributed significantly to the delivery of a majority of our training programs. Mark’s expertise in investigative interviewing sets him apart. Mark is an outstanding and enthusiastic instructor who often received very favorable comments on his instruction and classroom management from both students and colleagues. One student raved, “More of Mark Anderson! He was awesome!” Mark deserves significant credit for the fact that 99% of IGCIA students agreed that the material learned would improve their job performance, and 99.65% rated the quality of instruction positively (Outstanding, Excellent or Good).

Mark is extremely mission-focused, with excellent customer service skills, and he always displays passion for his work. Mark was a tremendous asset to the IGCIA staff, and it was an extreme pleasure to work with him.”

Angela Hrdlicka
Independent Management, Security and Law Enforcement Consultant; Evernote Certified Consultant

“I attended a training conducted by Mark regarding Ethics and Advanced Interviewing. By far, one of the best trainings I have received. Mark was engaging and knowledgeable on these issues. If you require investigations, interrogations, or interviewing training (to name a few) for your organization, I would highly recommend you contact Mark – immediately.”

Julie Holladay
Investigator at TriCenturion

“I am the Exec. Director of the Assoc. of Inspectors General. Twice a year, the Association sponsors the Inspector General Institute, a comprehensive 5 day training and certification course, which is attended by over 100 inspectors general, investigators and auditors.

For the last 2 years Mark has been an instructor in our investigator course teaching interviewing and interrogation techniques. He teaches for a full day of 8 hours.

Our instructors are evaluated by the students who attend the Institute on a scale of 1 to 5. Mark has consistently received evaluations with an average score exceeding 4.5. He has been universally well received. He is an expert in his field and he delivers his lectures in an highly engaging, energetic and interactive way. He is certainly one of the highlights for our investigators during the week of training.

Moreover, Mark is very personal, easy to work with. I strongly recommend him in any topic related to investigative techniques, and would be glad to speak to anyone who wanted to know more about the Association’s experience with Mark. It is all very positive”

Philip Zisman
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Department of Public Management

“Mark is without question one of the most technically qualified, knowledgeable, and dynamic trainers in the field of interviewing I have ever witnessed. As a certified trainer with nearly three decades of experience as an investigator, he possesses the hands on skill-set to present interviewing techniques in the most proficient and educational way thereby allowing the students to gain invaluable knowledge. Mark brings together adult learning methodologies that ensures each student leaves his training with practical and useful interviewing skills. Mark is one of the most qualified people to teach the wide range from basic to advance interviewing practices.”

Tom Caulfield
COO, Procurement Integrity Consulting Services

FAQ

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Anderson Investigative Associates (AIA) is a professional training organization specializing in customized, science-based interview and investigative training for organizations across law enforcement, corporate, audit, human resources, and inspection sectors.

AIA offers training in human resources interviewing, investigative interviewing, audit/inspection/evaluation, leadership and communication, trauma-informed interviewing, cognitive interviewing, evidence collection techniques, and more — all customized to client needs.

Science-based interviewing refers to methodologies rooted in cognitive psychology and behavioral science research that improve information accuracy, reduce investigative bias, and enhance the quality of interviews and investigations.

AIA’s training is designed for professionals in law enforcement, auditing, internal investigations, human resources, corporate security, inspection, evaluation, and other roles where effective information gathering and interviewing are critical.

Yes. AIA specializes in fully customized training solutions tailored to an organization’s specific operational requirements, training gaps, culture, and investigative challenges.

Training can be structured in various formats — from one-day workshops to multi-day immersive courses — and includes interactive exercises, realistic scenarios, and hands-on practice.

Some courses include Cognitive Interviewing, Counter-Interrogation Strategies, Science-Based Rapport Building, Strategic Interview Planning, Evidence Disclosure and Strategic Empathy, and Advanced Trauma-Informed Interviewing.

Science-based approaches improve investigative outcomes by maximizing the reliability and accuracy of information obtained, minimizing bias, and creating defensible methods suitable for legal and professional scrutiny.

Yes. AIA provides training tailored to human resources professionals for employee interviews, misconduct investigations, conflict resolution, and documentation practices that align with legal and organizational standards.

You can contact AIA through their website’s Contact page or by calling their office number provided on the site.