VERTEX is pleased to support the Latino Student Fund (LSF) Annual Gala, taking place on April 9, 2026, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC.
The annual event brings together community leaders and supporters to celebrate the impact of programs that empower students and strengthen families. Proceeds from the gala support LSF’s initiatives focused on academic enrichment, college preparation, and family engagement for Latino students from PreK through 12th grade.
Representing VERTEX at the event are Senior Director Cristal Brun, MBA, and Managing Director Jim Barratt, CPA, CFF, CCEP, both from the Commercial Damages & Investigations practice. Cristal also serves as a Board Member of LSF, supporting the organization’s mission to expand educational opportunities and resources for underserved communities.
VERTEX is proud to support the Latino Student Fund through its Charitable Committee, continuing a longstanding commitment to organizations that create meaningful impact through education and community engagement.
To learn more about the Latino Student Fund and its programs, visit: https://mailchi.mp/latinostudentfund/your-support-changes-lives-get-your-gala-tickets-today-6429927?e=fb1c598996
To learn more about VERTEX’s Commercial Damages & Investigation (CDI) services, or to speak with an expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.
The Author
Cristal Brun
MBA
Senior Director, Commercial Damages & Investigations
Ms. Brun brings over 20 years of experience in forensic accounting investigations, commercial damages, litigation consulting, corporate finance, auditing, and strategic advisory for publicly-traded, closely-held, and public sector entities. She has led multiple engagements across a broad variety of industries and Fortune 500 firms.
The Author
Jim Barratt
CPA, CFF, CCEP
Managing Director, Commercial Damages & Investigations
Jim applies his expertise gained as an independent auditor, internal audit director, chief compliance officer, and former SEC Enforcement accountant to provide clients with value-added solutions to critical problems. He assists law firms, companies, and board committees facing difficult issues involving financial fraud, SEC and DoJ investigations, internal controls and financial reporting issues and anti-bribery and corruption compliance and remediation.