About

Brett Dana Mikkelson is a strategic risk advisory and investigations professional with decades of experience supporting clients across Latin America. He is the Founder and CEO of M1 Consultants, Inc and owns the International brand for "B.M. Investigations".  "M1" is a Panama-based firm that provides integrated risk advisory, intelligence, and investigative services to multinational corporations, law firms, and financial institutions operating in complex environments.

Mr. Mikkelson’s work is focused on helping organizations identify, assess, and mitigate risk across areas including fraud, regulatory exposure, reputational threats, and cross-border operations. By combining deep investigative capability with forward-looking risk analysis, he supports clients in making informed decisions in high-risk and uncertain markets.

He currently serves as the Executive Regional Director for Latin America for the Council of International Investigators(CII), where he contributes to the advancement of professional standards and the expansion of the organization’s global network. He previously served as President of CII in 2018.

A former U.S. Army Interrogator, Mr. Mikkelson brings specialized expertise in human behavior, elicitation techniques, and intelligence operations... skills that enhance his advisory approach in complex investigative and risk scenarios.

Recognized for his strategic mindset, discretion, and cross-border expertise, Mr. Mikkelson is regarded as a leading figure in the evolving field of risk advisory and investigations in Latin America.