Former Facebook and Nike DEI Manager Sentenced for Multi-Million Dollar Fraud

Barbara Furlow-Smiles receives 63-month prison term and over $5 million in restitution for elaborate wire fraud schemes.

Furlow-Smiles exploited her roles at Facebook and Nike to embezzle over $5 million through fake vendors and kickback schemes.
She linked company credit cards to personal PayPal, Venmo, and CashApp accounts, funneling payments to friends and associates.
The fraud funded a luxury lifestyle, including extravagant purchases and personal expenses.
Despite her cooperation with authorities, the court emphasized the extensive nature and duration of her fraudulent activities.
Furlow-Smiles will begin her sentence in July, following a period of supervised release and mandatory restitution payments.