Conflict of Interest

Tim Horgan
PHL 203
MW

Conflict of Interest

Upon reviewing the facts in the case of Steve Charles, it is clear that he violated the conflict of interest policy or did he? As far as Steve was concerned, he felt that he had done nothing wrong. Evidence does conclude that at no point did Steve Charles intend to profit from Ridgeway’s dealings with DEMC or OIST. The primary point in this investigation was as to whether Steve’s situation was a failure to reveal his personal activities or a conflict of interest. The real question that remains to be unanswered is why didn’t Steve file any kind of report with Ridgeway disclosing his outside investments if he considered himself clean of any conflict of interest?
The case of Steve Charles goes much deeper than just a conflict of interest violation. Steve was involved in not only one, but two companies. Steve had invested in gas and oil properties owned by DEMC (Diversified Energy Management Consultants). His invo...