We recently connected with Brad Sriro and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Brad, thanks for joining us today. We’d love to hear about how you got your first non-friend, non-family client. Paint the picture for us so we can feel the same excitement you felt on that day.

During an auto theft symposium, a close friend, who happened to be one of the instructors, asked me about my post-retirement plans from law enforcement. I shared with him my recent establishment of a private investigation agency, but that I had not yet began actively pursuing clients.

Recognizing that there was a potential client in the class, he directed me towards an individual attending the symposium from a very big company. He also emphasized their significant need for the specialized experience I offered. Upon introduction, the representative was very interested in leveraging my expertise to address some big problems that they were experiencing. We exchanged contacts and she said that she would have someone from management reach out to me.

Following our initial meeting, they promptly set up a couple of Zoom interviews with their senior investigative management. The interviews went extremely well and at first, they offered me direct employment as an investigator with the company. I stuck to my guns however and conveyed my preference for an independent contractual arrangement. This was because I just completed 26 years in law enforcement and I preferred to be my own boss and the autonomy and flexibility that came with being a business owner/ entrepreneur.

We came to an agreement and we drafted the initial terms of engagement. Three years later, this collaborative partnership has proven mutually beneficial, affording me the opportunity to contribute significant value to them while also maintaining the freedom of running my own agency and expanding my business.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

Bradley Sriro founded Clarity Investigative Group, LLC in 2021 after his retirement from full-time law enforcement. Bradley now has over 29 years of distinguished law enforcement service and over twenty years of his career were served in an investigative capacity where he gained valuable knowledge, experience, and professional contacts while conducting complex criminal investigations of all kinds.

Bradley possesses extensive experience working financially motivated crimes including organized auto theft, altered VIN & cloned vehicles, title & lien fraud, counterfeit documents, vehicle finance fraud, rental & lease takeover fraud schemes, organized schemes to defraud, kickback schemes, embezzlement, ID theft, credit card fraud, synthetic ID fraud, loan fraud, bank fraud, insurance fraud, account takeovers, & cyber based crimes including network intrusions, business email compromise, & ransomware investigations.

During his career, he also worked a wide variety of cases involving crimes of violence to include murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, kidnapping, home invasion, drug trafficking, aggravated stalking, witness tampering, retaliation & intimidation, and extortion.

Bradley is well versed in local, state, and federal criminal investigations. He is also an expert in all aspects, methods, and techniques related to auto theft & fraud, altered VIN vehicles, sophisticated vehicle related crimes and frauds, economic crimes, cybercrimes, and criminal street gangs, enterprises, and organizations.

During his career, Bradley served many years as a Task-Force Officer with both the FBI’s Cyber Crime & Violent Gang Task Forces. As a result, he has extensive experience working large multi-agency investigations focused on auto theft, criminal street gangs, identity theft, fraud, and cybercrimes.

Over the years, Bradley has also taught and lectured in both the public and private sector as well as provided community outreach on topics including criminal street gangs, fraud detection & prevention, ID theft, cyber related crimes, auto theft, and the use of vehicles to facilitate fraud & other criminal activities.

During his career, Bradley’s innovative techniques and approach to investigations resulted in the arrest of hundreds of dangerous criminals ranging from violent felony offenders to sophisticated fraudsters. Bradley was also responsible for and assisted with the identification & recovery of many millions of dollars in stolen funds, vehicles, and other property.

After retiring from full-time law enforcement in 2021, he founded Clarity Investigative Group, LLC DBA Clarity Consulting Group where he now offers his clients access to his experience, training, vast professional network, and team of highly effective professional investigators.

What’s been the most effective strategy for growing your clientele?

Without a doubt, cultivating and leveraging my professional network and sphere of influence has been the foundation of growing my clientele. The power of personal connections and referrals cannot be overstated in this line of work.

By actively engaging with colleagues, former associates, and industry contacts, I’ve been able to stay top of mind when opportunities arise. Whether it’s attending industry events, participating in forums, or simply maintaining regular communication with my network, I’ve made it a priority to nurture these relationships.

Additionally, providing exceptional service to existing clients has naturally been instrumental in organically expanding my client base. Satisfied clients are not only more likely to provide repeat business but also serve as big time advocates, referring me to their own networks.

In a nutshell, the most effective strategy for growing my clientele has been leveraging my professional network coupled with a steadfast commitment to delivering quality service and results.

We’d love to hear the story of how you built up your social media audience?

Absolutely, happy to share my journey with social media and offer some advice for those looking to build their own presence.

For me, LinkedIn has been an absolute game-changer when it comes to showcasing my business and connecting with potential clients. It’s like the professional hub where people are genuinely interested in what you’re up to and what you have to offer.

So, here’s the scoop on how I built my audience. Consistency is key. I made it a point to regularly post content that showcased my expertise, shared valuable insights, and highlighted the work my agency was doing. Whether it was case studies, industry news, or thought leadership articles, I ensured my content was relevant and engaging.

But it’s not just about pushing out content; it’s also about engaging with others. I actively participated in discussions, commented on posts, and shared valuable content from others in my network. Building relationships and providing value to others is what truly fosters engagement and growth on social media.

Over time, these efforts paid off. I started to notice a steady increase in followers, likes, and comments. More importantly, I began to attract the attention of potential clients who were intrigued by what they saw on my profile.

My advice to those just starting out on social media? Be authentic, be consistent, and be engaged. Share content that showcases your expertise and adds value to your audience. Don’t be afraid to interact with others and contribute to discussions in your field. Building a social media presence takes time and effort, but with dedication and the right approach, you can organically grow a large following that attracts future clients.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.claritypigroup.com
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradsriro/