LEGAL DISCLAIMER: FRAUD ALERT
IMCI+ Group International GmbH (“IMCI+”) is committed to safeguarding its reputation and ensuring the security of its clients and partners. We remain alert to any attempts of fraud, scams, defamation, or the misuse of our name, brand, and materials by unauthorized third parties.
IMCI+ is aware that certain entities may attempt to misuse our Engagement Agreements and LOI-Term Sheets. We caution all parties to exercise due diligence and vigilance. Information on potential fraudulent activities can be found on the Fraud Alert section of our website. If you possess written evidence (such as agreements, invoices, or emails) indicating potential fraud, you are advised to contact our legal counsel immediately.
Please note the following:
1. No Unsolicited Requests for Payment: IMCI+ will never request any funds or payments from clients that have not been previously agreed upon in writing and signed by an authorized director or officer of IMCI+. All agreements are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the Financial Service Agreement or any relevant contractual documents.
2. Prohibited Mass Communication: IMCI+ does not engage in unsolicited mass communications to unknown parties. Any such communication purporting to be from IMCI+ should be treated as suspicious.
3. Confidentiality Protocols: Clients and partners are strictly advised not to share any Business Plans or other confidential information with IMCI+ unless a Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure Agreement (NCNDA) has been signed by a duly authorized IMCI+ Executive Director or authorized IMCI+ representative. This may include IMCI+ Business Associates or Partners.
4. Verification of Representatives: Only legally registered officers of IMCI+, as listed in the Swiss Mercantile Register, are authorized to represent IMCI+ Group International GmbH in any legal or financial matters. Any advisor, broker, or representative claiming to act on behalf of IMCI+ who is not duly registered should be considered unauthorized. For verification of any such claims, please forward all relevant correspondence to our legal department at legal@imci-group.com.
5. IMCI+ Alliance Members: Certified and registered members of the IMCI+ Alliance are authorized to use the IMCI+ Alliance brand and logo to promote the services of IMCI+ Alliance. However, they are not legally authorized to represent IMCI+ Group International GmbH or its divisions in any legal, financial, or contractual matters. Members are prohibited from entering into legally binding transactions or discussions on behalf of IMCI+ and are not permitted to propose or issue financial proposals or invoices linked to IMCI+ Group International GmbH or its divisions.
6. Prosecution of Fraudulent Activities: IMCI+ reserves the right to pursue legal action against any party involved in fraudulent activities, including the misuse of the IMCI+ name, logo, or documentation. IMCI+ will cooperate with local and international authorities to ensure the full prosecution of such activities.
This disclaimer is intended to protect the interests of IMCI+, its clients, and its partners. IMCI+ Group International GmbH disclaims any responsibility or liability for any unauthorized actions or representations made by third parties. Any suspected fraudulent activity should be reported to legal@imci-group.com for investigation.
In the event of unlawful activity, we will contact Interpol and file a claim, forwarding the relevant documents to our legal firm in Zurich. Check if the email accounts are listed as name.surname@www.imci-waa.com or name.surname@imci-group.com. (Valid as per October 2024). Backed by an Alliance of independent consultants and business advisors, IMCI+ operates as a facilitator, strategic partner, and alliance partner of fully regulated entities acting as lenders and investors. In Switzerland, the Group is a member and is recognized by SECA - Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance Association.
FRAUD ALERT - Raymond Woods – 31.01.2024
We would like to bring to your attention a new fraudulent attempt. A person by the name of Raymond Woods is approaching potential companies, seemingly offering services on behalf of IMCI+. It's important to note that this individual is not a member of the IMCI+ Alliance or a director. Please exercise caution and remain vigilant regarding this name.
Bellow the original email from the client – in Spanish and translated into English.
Name: Juan Carlos
Surname: XXXX
Email: XXXXX
Message: Good morning, Mr. Modesto N Peña. I am writing to you because we have received an email from an individual named Mr. Raymond Woods offering the services of his esteemed company, and we would like to verify if this individual is associated with your company. We have clients interested in financing for the purchase of petroleum. Thank you very much.
Company: XXXX
Country: Spain
Subject Reference: Group Corporate
Date: 31/01/2024 10:46:12
Name: Juan Carlos
Surname: XXXX
Email: XXXXX
Message: Buenos días Sr. Modesto N Peña me dirijo a usted porque hemos recibimos un email de un Sr. llamado Raymond Woods ofreciéndonos los servicios de su estimada compañía y queríamos verificar si este Sr. es parte de su compañía, tenemos clientes interesados en financiación para la compra de petróleo. Muchas gracias.
Company: XXXX
Country: Spain
Subject Reference: Group Corporate
Date: 31/01/2024 10:46:12
Fraud Warning 11.01.2024
IMCI+ Black-List
IMCI+ Group International GmbH, warns of cooperating and engaging with the following people and entities, being black-listed at IMCI+ Group International Gmbh. This list is not speculative but based on factual evidence, with documentation, and internal and external claim registrations.
13.01.2023
Reason:
Misuse of the IMCI+ brands, names, and roles, signing in non-authorized formats, signing unlawful agreements with clients, asking for upfront fees outside the IMCI+ Protocol, bypassing partners, manipulation of information and acting fraudulent toward different partners and clients. Further, using bank accounts, referring to IMCI+ Group International GmbH, as fiduciary and depository agents, for collecting client fees, and promising services under the IMCI+ Brand.
Evidence:
Documentation, emails, payment protocols from clients, agreements, and partner testimonies.
Report to Interpol:
In process.
January 2023
We warn the business community and clients, of the announcement submitted to IMCI+, by one of our clients in Brazil.
First, the person visible on the announcement, Mr Roger DaSilva (most probably Brazil), is not a member of the IMCI+.
Second, he is using the Holding Logo, giving the perception of representing IMCI+ Group.
Please check or contact info@imci-group.com <mailto:info@imci-group.com> if the person providing similar proposals are a registered member.
All certified members are visible on the IMCI+ Alliance. With full name and picture.
Please never send any documentation without a signed NCNDA from the IMCI+ Group Intl. and its divisions. Never pay upfront fees or any fees, which are not stipulated in agreements signed by an officially registered Sr Management Team members.
01.01.2022 - General Information and Legal Disclaimer for fighting fraud
Dear business community
We would like to make attentive to the subject of "misuse" of the role and brand, for harming members of the IMCI+ Alliance and clients. From people pretending being members of the IMCI+, or in rare cases from certain potential IMCI+ Alliance members.
In order to protect clients and stakeholders, we are sharing legal components known to the IMCI+ Alliance members, which we believe should be known by our clients or related stakeholders.
Never pay any upfront fees or fees, which are not agreed with an official agreement of the IMCI+ Group International GmbH, Zürich and signed by one of the directors, registered in the Swiss and Cantonal Register.
Board of Directors and Sr Mgte team as per 01.01.2022
Modesto Peña Gorrin, single signature
Pedro Gard Brito, dual signature
Pablo Jarabo, dual signature
Katia Cicala, dual signature
Subject: Directors / Principals / Financial Services Directors / Associate Partners
These roles are linked to seniority and experience and not to the signing authority.
Any legal binding documentation (NCNDA, agreement, Protocol, JV, service provision, Financial Service Agreement and similar), must always be signed by one the legally registered officers and directors.
Any Director, Financial Service Director, Principal, Managing Partner, AP or member of the APCP Team or Associate who would use his role, our brand and logo, for introducing him or herself to a potential client, referring as a member of the IMCI organization, HQ's or Rep Office, using our brand connected to our divisions, or services, asking and receiving money, pre-payments, engaging legally under the name of IMCI+ and its brands, or Rep Offices, obtaining funds or involving any structured financial instruments – trading instruments – offering advisory services – or any deals linked to our business model
IMCI+ Group International Gmbh / LLC would consider this a break of the Agreements, General Terms, NCNDA, and the Code of Conduct. In consequence, we will immediately stop the cooperation, blacklist the person on our websites and inform Interpol, further, we will contact the clients and third parties.
Subject: Rep Offices / Financial Service Directors / Non-Executive Directors
Fraud Attempt in 2017
There have been several fraud attempts targeting IMCI, our clients, or potential clients which have been structured around misusing the name of our Firm, our Partners, or our Branding.
In 2017, we also have experienced a defamation and fraud attempt, through a so-called “scam warning site, under an anonymous posting. The editor was invited in January 2018 to join us in person at our costs at a partner and client meeting and to present any evidence of fraud or related to the accusations done. The editor did not follow this invite. More, we have been receiving distorting calls to pay money to retrieve this posting. This file as all other scam and fraud attempts is at the police.
We have received emails recently written in English and also in German requesting company information, business plans, and KYC information. These criminals are using emails with the initials of our company similar to the ones shown below
imci-groupinvestors@consultant.com
imci-groupinvestors@hotmail.com
We have taken the necessary legal steps and notified the British authorities and Interpol and we will not hesitate to prosecute to the full extent of the law anyone we find involved in such activities. We urgently request you to follow the following protocol:
1) Please confirm all emails received and sent officially come from an account, ending in domain name @imcigroup.com e.g. xxx@imci-group.com.
2) Never send any confidential or business information upon an email request, to a person, you do not know, have not seen, and is not identified as a member of IMCI.
3) Only authorized IMCI members (associates and partners) are allowed to present IMCI services to you.
4) In the aspect of Project Finance, IMCI will request you to forward us a pre-qualification file, along with having signed an NCNDA with one key and authorized officer. Never send any further KYC, money, or confidential information in advance.
5) Request to always have a video call with a recognized and visible IMCI officer, before signing any legally binding information and or entering any funds transfer operation.
6) Only IMCI Directors will sign any legally binding documentation.
7) IMCI Partners and Management Team members always sign with one of the Directors. Please check our brochure and website.
8) Invoices are sent from one of our Executive Directors and illustrate always a reference to an agreement or mandate.
9) Never send any funds in advance or make any upfront fees, without any legal basis and previous face-to-face meetings, and normal business correspondence.
If you are not sure – we recommend you to
- Request a confirmation by an official IMCI officer, eventually also a video call.
- Ask for a copy of the passport, ID, business card, KYC
- Ask always to have some correspondence with an official IMCI email account
And or contact security@imci-group.com and legal@imci-group.com, providing us with any correspondence, documentation, proposal, invoice or relevant information.