E72: FTC CFO Steve Laurance on Investigative Actions, Enforcement & Consumer Education

This week, host Troy Edgar is joined in Washington, D.C. by Steve Laurance, Chief Financial Officer at the Federal Trade Commission. Steve shares his insights from a career spanning the Department of Defense, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the FTC.

From his military background to his leadership roles in high-pressure federal agencies, Steve offers unique perspectives on public service, financial management, and the importance of consumer protection. He discusses the challenges of balancing budgets, overseeing investigations, and ensuring the FTC's mission is fulfilled.

Steve also provides his personal stories about the lessons he's learned and the importance of work-life balance.