- Popular
- Most Commented

Online Threat Alerts (OTA)

An anti-cybercrime community alerting you to scams and frauds.

"2018 Professional Who's Who Network" Scam

10
10
4,302
0

Apr. 13, 2018 2018-04-13T14:43:26-05:00
Apr. 13, 2018 2018-04-13T14:45:55-05:00

Online Threat Alerts (OTA)

Scammers and spammers are sending fake and phishing "2018 Professional Who's Who Network" email messages like the one below, which claim the recipients have been nominated to represent their professional community in the Professional Who's Who 2018 Edition. The fake email messages have been created to trick the recipients into sending the scammers their personal information, and subsequently, their money. Also, the links in the email messages may go to spam websites that will attempt to trick visitors into buying fake products or services, and phishing websites that steal online account credentials.

Advertisements - Continue reading below

The "2018 Professional Who's Who Network" Scam

Date: Fri, 13 Apr 2018 18:41:22 +0000

Subject: confirm your nomination into our exclusive network

you have 3 pending contacts at LinkedIn. 75162.

Congratulations!

I'm pleased to inform you that you have been considered to be included in the 2018 Professional Who's Who Network. Americas most respected networking and personal branding organization.

On behalf of our Committee we welcome you to the Community.

Status: Please confirm your nomination.

Confirm Your Profile

Check the comment section below for additional information, share what you know, or ask a question about this article by leaving a comment below. And, to quickly find answers to your questions, use our search engine. Search

Write your comment or view the ones below. +

Save

Was this article helpful?

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Comments, Answers, Reviews or Questions

To protect your privacy, please remove sensitive or identifiable information from your comments, questions, or reviews. Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic.

Comments (10)

Jan. 3, 2020 at 3:37 PM by an anonymous user from: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

I am an actual biographee in the actual Marquis Who's Who, specifically the 1997-1998 edition for the South & Southwest, and when I told a friend after being first contacted, he said he had seen some of my work being discussed on a BBS which he knew was often used to select new biographees. I am a forensic genealogist, which means a large part of my work is confirming the accuracy of either what I am told by a client or anything I find while working towards a client's goal. With most of these scams, it does not take much to recognize it as a scam, but today, I received an email that used the Marquis' logo minus the word Marquis, which immediately made me skeptical, so I looked more closely at not just the message itself, but so the coding, and while there was a statement at the bottom of the message about being affiliated with Marquis in what was visible, there was nothing in the coding to substantiate that, so this latest message is a FRAUD.

Aug. 18, 2019 at 10:00 AM by an anonymous user from: Texarkana, Texas, United States

I don't know if this organization is a scam or not because I couldn't allow myself to take a chance, but the reviews stating otherwise. I believe that the users (viewers) should take caution steps on what he or she submitted.

Apr. 30, 2019 at 2:50 PM by an anonymous user from: Bedminster, New Jersey, United States

I am so glad I looked up this company and found out it was a scam. Thank you for your comments. I almost got scammed!

Oct. 19, 2018 at 2:11 PM by info

Received via email:

"They about got me, but I knew better than giving my CC over the phone.

Here’s the info of the lady that called me.

631-319-1846

Ms. Kathy Andrews, Senior Director Professional

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message:

From: Root User <root@localhost.webair.com>

Date: October 12, 2018 at 7:20:34 PM CDT

Subject: Congratulations, your profile has been submitted

World’s Top Personal

Branding Organization

Dear,

Thank you and Congratulations on taking the first step in becoming a member! Your application has been received and is currently in review. Please allow 48-72 hours.

As part of our organization you now get access to national discounts and savings programs. Take a look at this weeks offers below.

Sep. 19, 2018 at 9:21 AM by info

Here is another scam:

- Forwarded Message -

From: WhosWhoRegistration <email@enormousfightingvoice.com>

Sent: Sunday, September 16, 2018, 11:14:08 AM EDT

Subject: Congratulations, You've Been Considered for Inclusion...

Can't view this email correctly? Visit Here for more details on this content.

Dear Valued Candidate,

It's my pleasure to inform you that you have been considered for inclusion in the 2018 Professional Who's Who Network. America s most respected networking and personal branding organization.

Professional Who's Who members are among the country's most accomplished men and women in virtually every industry and profession. All members gain access to exclusive networking forums, personal branding tools, national business exposure and so much more...

There is No Cost To Be Included! Click here to learn more>>

Visit the link above to secure your place in our network. Join now and your profile will be highlighted among thousands of nearly 400,000 like-minded professionals across the country.

On behalf of our Committee I salute your achievements and welcome you to the Who's Who Community.

Click to Get Started >>

Sincerely,

Marissa Ross

Membership Coordinator

Professional Who’s Who

The above is an advertisement sent by whoswhoregistration.com 626 RXR Plaza Uniondale, NY 11556. If you wish to unsubscribe from all future mailings, please Click Here

Jun. 16, 2018 at 1:17 AM by an anonymous user from: McKinleyville, California, United States

I also received this email from

Frances DAgostino <updates@successintheway.com>

links to:

hxxps://www.whoswhoregistration.com/

and

Is xleads.go2cloud.org

-caution flags from Web of Trust, no elaboration

successintheway.com

source IP:89.39.149.191

-not a "blacklisted" IP...

Jun. 10, 2018 at 8:48 PM by an anonymous user from: Fort Pierce, Florida, United States

Got one from "Frances Dagostino Membership Coordinator Professional Who’s Who"

Smelled like a scam; glad I looked on Google. Thank you sooooo much for this post. Now I know for sure.

May. 11, 2018 at 6:00 AM by an anonymous user from: Dhaka, Bangladesh

I have also got a mail from Marissa Ross <councillor.department@app.topica.com>:

"Dear Valued Candidate,

It's my pleasure to inform you that you have been nominated for inclusion in the 2018 Professional Who's Who Network. America's most respected networking and personal branding organization.

There is No Cost To Be Included! Click here to learn more>>

Visit the link above to secure your place in our network. Join now and your profile will be highlighted among thousands of nearly 400,000 like-minded professionals across the country.

On behalf of our Committee I salute your achievements and welcome you to the Who's Who Community.

Click to Get Started >>

Sincerely,

Marissa Ross

Membership Coordinator

Professional Who's Who"

May. 4, 2018 at 6:04 AM by an anonymous user from: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States

I took a screenshot and was wondering if I could send it to you for further verification

May. 4, 2018 at 6:16 AM by info

Copy the text and send it to us, or paste it here.

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Write Your Comment, Answer, Review or Question

Enter comment, answer, review or question.

Trending Now

The "Mrs. Maria Franca Fissolo" Donation Scam Being Sent by Scammers - Scamming - Fraud

Online users, be aware of fake "Mrs. Maria Franca Fissolo" emails being sent by online scammers. The fake emails are being used by scammers to trick online users into believing they have been selected to receive a donation from Mrs. Maria Franca Fissolo. Remember, never send your personal information to anyone who requests it via unsolici ...

8,192
53

Facebook Lottery Scammers Using Fake Identifications (IDs) - Facebook - Whatsapp

Today, I received a text message from phone number: 1-985-492-0016, with an attached photo identification (see below) of a man claiming to be a Facebook Claim agent or officer. Because I know there is no Facebook lottery, I know right away it is a scam. Therefore, Facebook or online users who have received text or email messages claiming they have ...

7,769
14

Tollway Text Message Scam - Useful - Informative

The Tollway text message scam below claiming that recipients owe money for unpaid tolls and detailing a specific outstanding toll amount, is being sent by scammers. These are not legitimate messages from the Illinois Tollway. Therefore, if you receive similar messages, please do not click the link in them, just delete them instead. If you receive a ...

Is ryml.me a Scam? Received Parcel SMS Text Message - Questions and Answers

I received the text below, which appears to have been sent from Royal Mail. The link in the text goes to the website ryml.me, which is owned by Royal Mail. But, I want to be sure that the text is not a scam. The text message came from telephone number 769256245. ...

13,379
10

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Palomino Bazaar LLC Scam PayPal Text Message - Scamming - Fraud

The Palomino Bazaar LLC scam text, which claims an invoice is due on receipt from an unrecognized transaction, is being sent by scammers. The scammers are hoping to trick potential victims into calling them at (888)508-7658, a fake PayPal customer service telephone number. ...

Your Package Cannot Be Delivered Scam Text - us9514961195221 - Scamming - Fraud

The fake USPS text message below with tracking number us9514961195221 is just one of the many scams being sent to potential victims. Therefore, recipients are asked not to click the links in the fake text messages. This is because the links go to fake and phishing USPS websites which steal account credentials, personal, and financial information. ...

102,663
1,868

A Step-by-Step Guide to SAP S/4HANA Migration - Useful - Informative

Enterprise Central Component, or AP ECC, has been an anchor for companies, offering a strong foundation for enterprise resource management. However, business needs to evolve as technology advances. The next-generation ERP solution, SAP S/4HANA ERP business suite, is based on the advanced in-memory HANA database. Significant benefits include speed, ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Tax 1333 Scam Calls About Past Due Tax Debt - Scamming - Fraud

I just got a scam call about Tax 1333. Is anyone else getting the same call. The call claims all past due tax debt older than one year has been placed in a a non collectible status, which means I will not have to pay back any past due taxes before I file or make arrangements to pay any tax debt. I was then instructed to call a fake IRS customer ser ...

Samsung Mobile Promo Draw Lottery Scam - Lottery - Donation

There is no "Samsung Mobile Promo Draw" lottery. Therefore, the email message below, which claims that the recipients are lucky winners of the Samsung Mobile Promo Draw, is a scam that is being sent by lottery scammers to their potential victims. Therefore, recipients of the fake email message should not respond to it or follow the instru ...

18,433
166

Is Testerup a Scam or Legit Website? - Public Review Community

The games are fun to play at first, and easy to complete tasks until you get close to the $70 minimum payout. I have been playing two games, between them I have reached $63.50. I'm on level 29 in one of the games and level 30 pays $7, I have been on level 29 for a month, and in the other game, I'm on level 138. I need level 150 which pays $ ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Is The $750 Shein Gift Card a Scam? Flash Rewards System - Scamming - Fraud

It seems that the Flash Rewards system is a scam. They have promotional deals that you complete in order to get a gift card. The scam is, they say you must complete X number of deals in a specified timeframe (ie 20 days). It's fast to complete deals, but they don't credit you right away. It may take a week or more to get credited. And, you ...

41,892
10

Type Amen Facebook Posts for Help of Children, Adults or Animals - Facebook - Whatsapp

Beware of deceitful Facebook users who are posting pictures of sick, starving, dead and injured children, adults or animals on Facebook, to trick other Facebook users into commenting on them by typing "Amen," in order to make them popular. This type of activity is another Like-Farming scam, and the photos or videos in them are being used ...

6,914,971
1,017

Is tradergifted.com a Scam Trader Joes Voucher, Gift Card, Coupon, and Discount Offerings - Scamming - Fraud

The website tradergifted.com is a fake Trader Joe's website that claims to offer coupons, discounts, or gift cards online. Trader Joe’s claims they only communicate with customers via their website at www.traderjoes.com, and they will never ask customers to provide any personal or financial details in their communications. ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Is Jetsono a Scam or is it Legitimate? - Public Review Community

I ordered a Jetsono from a YouTube advertisement linked to www.jetsono.com. It was £24.86, or near that price, as it was impossible to return to verify the initial page stating that the price was £24.86 (more or less). Before going to checkout, I was asked to pay and chose PayPal as the payment method. PayPal verified me and sent me a cod ...

Moonton Account Scam Email Account Setting Modification - Web Browser Hijacking

I got a Moonton email from donotreply@register-sc.moonton.com claiming someone tried to change my account settings and sent a verification code. The thing is, I do not have an account with any Moonton game. Is this some type of phishing Moonton scam or what? ...

Is Westmoon Store a Scam? See the Review of the Online Shop - Scamming - Fraud

Westmoon Store located at westmoon.store is an untrustworthy online store selling smartwatches, wireless chargers, and other electronic items. Online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Unsatisfied online users who have shopped on the untrustworthy website are asked to contact their bank or fi ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below

1-888-407-9715 Apple Support Phone Number Scam - Scamming - Fraud

I just received a text message notifying me of a charge to my Apple Pay account, asking me to call Apple Apple Support at 1-888-407-9715. When I called the number, a scammer claimed that my account had unauthorized charges. The scammers attempted to trick me into disclosing my personal and financial information, but I told him I am no fool. He hung ...

PayPal Docusign Scam Email Doc - Scamming - Fraud

The fake Docusign email, which claims PayPal customer service sent the recipients a document to review and sign, is a scam. The Docusign email scam is being sent by scammers attempting to trick potential victims into clicking the link in it. The link goes to a fake and phishing PayPal website that steals account credentials, personal, or financial ...

Instagram Login Email Scam Hijacking Accounts - Facebook - Whatsapp

Online scammers are sending out "Instagram Login" email scams to potential victims with links that go to fake and phishing websites that steal account credentials if recipients attempt to sign into them. Therefore, it is recommended that Instagrammers sign into their accounts using the Instagram app or go directly to instagram.com in thei ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Is Hainshow a Scam or Legit Online Store? Review of hainshow.com - Scamming - Fraud

Hainshow located at hainshow.com was a fake and scam online apparel store. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who have shopped at the fake store are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions cancelled and money refunded. ...

Is Fridge Flux a Scam or Legit Online Store? Review of fridgeflux.com - Scamming - Fraud

Fridge Flux located at fridgeflux.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell 120-can mini fridges. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who shopped at the untrustworthy store are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to cancel their trans ...

Master Dynamic Pivoting in Oracle - Useful - Informative

In Oracle, the PIVOT operation allows you to rotate rows into columns, effectively transforming data from a row-based representation to a columnar one. This is particularly useful when you want to aggregate data and display it in a more readable and concise format, such as in reporting or analytics applications. ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below

Amazon Pallet Scam and Warehouse Sale - How to Protect Yourself - Useful - Informative

There are hundreds of Amazon pallet scam websites like the one below. Sometimes, they are advertised as mystery boxes for sale. Some of these Amazon liquidation pallets websites use Facebook posts to promote their scams. The posts claim Amazon warehouses are giving away pallets of return packages for $1 each. The scammers claim the items included ...

8,488
12

How to Protect Your Website from Hackers in 2024 - Hacking - Cyber-attacks

According to statistics, around 10.8 million websites get hacked every year. So, if you are assuming that your website is safe, you are wrong. Hackers are coming up with new ways to get access to your site. And if they are successful, it will not only affect your business financially but also tarnish your reputation in the market. Because of this r ...

Martinelli Scam - WhatsApp Video Virus Hoax - Hoax - Fake-News - Pranks

The WhatsApp Martinelli scam is a virus hoax that started in 2016 and has resurfaced in 2020. The hoax, which spread false information claiming there is a video virus on WhatsApp that can hack phones and nothing can fix or stop it, does not exist. Every year, the scam is resurrected and used to frighten WhatsApp users and trick them into sharing th ...

Advertisements - Continue reading below