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"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam

Professional Whos Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee Scam

Scammers and spammers are sending fake and phishing email messages like the one below, which claim the recipients have been nominated to represent their professional community in the Professional Who's Who 2017 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.

The "Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam

From: "Nomination Committee" <39ad4f5048624148@bravoautos.com>

Date: October 20, 2017 at 7:29:55 PM PDT

Subject: Your Nomination

Dear Candidate,

You have been nominated to represent your professional community in the Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition. The largest online community of professionals.

We are very pleased to inform you that your candidacy has been approved. Congratulations!

The Publishing Committee has selected you as a potential candidate, based on your standing amongst your professional community as well as specific criteria from the executive and professional council. Given your reputation, the Publishing Director feels your profile would make a welcome addition to our publication.

Since we are using our secondary resources, you must verify with us that your current profile is accurate. After your information is verified, your online listing will be approved within 7 business days.

Please click here to verify your profile and to formally accept the candidacy.

On behalf of our Committee I would like to salute your achievements and welcome you to our association.

Deepest Regards,

Nomination Committee

626 RXR Plaza Uniondale, NY 11556

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Dec 7, 2018 at 9:25 AM by
"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam
an anonymous user from: Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States

I was nominated several years ago for Who's Who in Nursing. It was completely legit with photo's, certificate with seal, printed bio, etc. When I received the email/call, I found it suspicious that I was being asked to pay such a considerable amount. I'm glad I waited and checked the web about the company. They should be ashamed.

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Apr 24, 2018 at 11:52 AM by
"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam
an anonymous user from: Bedminster, New Jersey, United States

I just received this email and I knew it was garbage. Just once I would like to get an email with awesome news or exciting opportunities and it be real. The real question is if I ever do get one will I know it when I see it! The internet has literally become The Boy Who Cried Wolf!

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Apr 4, 2018 at 10:22 PM by
"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam
an anonymous user from: Weare, New Hampshire, United States

Got an email just like this today, was wondering what this whole thing is really about and a simple google search has made it clear it's a scam. Thanks for the heads up.

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Mar 29, 2018 at 10:31 AM by
"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam
an anonymous user from: Bloomington, Illinois, United States

Just received an email today for that.

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Mar 26, 2018 at 7:07 PM by
"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam
an anonymous user from: Dearborn, Michigan, United States

Just got one for 2018

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Mar 28, 2018 at 3:35 AM by
"Professional Who's Who 2017 Edition Nomination Committee" Scam
an anonymous user from: Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States

Just got one for 2018 and I just delete it.

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