Free Fraud Summits To Help Protect Local Residents

Ken Cooper • January 9, 2025

Registration required for summits in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

Gulf Shores, Alabama area news

State Representative Frances Holk Jones, in partnership with the Better Business Bureau, Alabama Securities Commission, Area Agency on Aging, and AARP Alabama, is hosting a series of free fraud summits aimed at helping residents protect themselves and their loved ones from scams and fraud. The events, scheduled for January 2025, will provide attendees with valuable tips and resources to recognize and avoid fraudulent schemes.


The summits will cover a wide range of topics, including top scams of the past year, government imposters, veteran scams, romance scams, identity theft, investment fraud, cryptocurrency-related fraud (known as "pig butchering"), and Medicare scams. These topics are tailored to educate participants on emerging threats and practical strategies for safeguarding their finances and personal information.


Summit Details:



Gulf Shores Meyer Civic Center

  • Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
  • Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Address: 1930 West 2nd Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
  • Registration Deadline: January 10, 2025
  • Website: Register Here


Orange Beach Public Library

  • Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
  • Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Address: 26267 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561
  • Registration Deadline: January 10, 2025
  • Website: Register Here


Registration Information:

While the summits are free to attend, registration is required. Interested participants can register by calling 1-877-926-8300 or by visiting the event-specific websites listed above. A light lunch will be provided at each event.


Sponsors and Organizers:

These summits are presented by a coalition of organizations committed to consumer protection and education, including:



  • Better Business Bureau (BBB)
  • AARP Alabama
  • Alabama Securities Commission
  • Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)
  • Alabama Council on Economic Education


Residents in Baldwin and surrounding counties are encouraged to attend these informative sessions to stay vigilant against scams and fraud. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to protect your hard-earned money and personal information.

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