Leaders Podcast Ep 43: From Crime Scenes to Courtrooms: 23 Years in Digital Forensics | Robert Fried

Episode 43 of Leaders Podcast. Host Mike LaCorte sits down with Robert Fried, EVP of Forensics & Investigation at Page One, Inc, a veteran digital forensics expert and licensed private investigator with over 23 years of experience in data collection and forensic investigations. Robert leads the day to day operations of a global forensic and investigative practice, overseeing data collection, forensic analysis, expert testimony, and forensic consultation for lawsuits and internal investigations worldwide. In this conversation, Robert shares: How his path from wanting to be a radiologist led him into forensic science, shaped by the OJ Simpson trial and the TWA Flight 800 investigationWhat actually happens when a phone, laptop, or cloud account is forensically imagedThe legal obligations investigators face when handling sensitive or even criminal dataWhy getting a PI license across different states proved harder than expected, and how he won his appeal in New YorkLessons from writing five industry books, and practical advice for anyone considering writing their ownHis definition of what makes a strong leader: presence, passion, and mentorship Whether you are a legal professional, an aspiring investigator, or just curious about what happens to your data during an investigation, this episode offers a rare look behind the scenes of digital forensics.