Is Adam Dicker a criminal? You decide.

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This story starts with DNF; a barren wasteland that once was a leading forum within the domain industry. While the forum itself played a huge role in propagating the myth that is Adam Dicker, the story really begins with DNF College in the summer of 2011.

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Updates / Reports
These are in no particular order.

• Report by headsupp (Resolved)
  • Relevant Videos
  • Reply to Adam
  • Update: Resolved
  
  
• Report by LannyB (Unresolved)
  • Response
    • Follow-up Questions
  
  
• Report by domainesque (Unresolved)
  • Update: Unresolved
  • Report Details
  • Update: Waiting on Refund
  
  
• Report of Shane Cultra's friends (Unresolved)
  • Update: Unpaid
  
  
• Report by Jeff Markus (Dissatisfied)
  
  
• Report by simmplex (Resolved)
  • Refunded
  
  
• Report by Blenja_Man (Pending)
  • Voucher
  • Update: Work in Progress
  
  
• Report by RandysDomains (Resolved)
  • Resolved
  
  
• Report by swamismith (Unresolved)
  
  
• Report by Charlie (Unresolved)
  • Cover-up
  • Update: Unresolved
  
  
• Report by Jaqpot (Unresolved)
  
  
• Report by anon22339 (Unresolved)
  • Details
  
  
• Report by Joseph Peterson (Resolved)
  • Update: Unpaid after 8 days
  • Update: Paid
  
  
• Report by Frank Schilling (Resolved)
  • Update: Paid
  
  
• Report by Lonewolf5503 (Paypal Dispute)
  • Update: Website not delivered and no longer accessible
  • Update: Lonewolf5503 wins PayPal dispute
  
  
• Report by GermanRaven (Unresolved)
  • Update: Full story
  
  
• Report by ClaudeDauman (Unresolved)
  
  
• Report by bobsranch (Unresolved)
  • Details
  • Update: Legal Letter Received
  
  
• Report by Newby888 (Unresolved)
  
  
• Report by dougasd (Unresolved)

From what I understand, Adam still owes north of $33,000 to previous customers and business partners. As I receive more information, I will update this figure.

 

[Jeff Markus]

Fair enough, good point I don't want to rob others of their chance to come forward. Tnx

 

[carob]

Namepros seems to have been pretty liberal (and devoting resources) with this thread, but eventually policing it for memes and looping rants will get it shut down, and then where will you go to voice your story?

Namepros have already said earlier in this thread that only the OP can close it.

It's his call and I would point out if people are getting payments from Adam Dicker they should only consider those secure after the potential chargeback period has ended, which in some cases now can be six months - so it really is in your interest to keep this thread open, so you have some comeback if you need it.

You can also contact, or share, or search, or comment on Adam Dicker on Twitter @adamdicker http://twitter.com/adamdicker where he has an impressive count of followers.

 

[carob]

You can also call Adam Dicker - for $10 a minute, minimum 15 minutes - that's just $150.00 as per his offer here:
https://clarity.fm/adamdicker

There are some glowing reviews on that Clarity.fm page, including one from Rick Schwartz but not Marissa Meyer - here they are in full for your info:

• Reviews 12

AB

I received 2 offers on a domain name and wasn't sure what route to go. I decided to seek Adam Dicker's advice. Both offers were structured differently and Adam gave me his opinion on what route he thought was best. I am very thankful that I was able to speak with Adam as this now clears any doubts in my mind as to what route I should have, could have, would have gone. Thanks Adam

Source: Clarity Anthony B Mar 31, 2015
FA
Adam had done his research before the call and gave me expert advice as soon as we began the conversation.

Source: Clarity Farooq Ahmad Jun 27, 2014
MA
Professional, courteous, open and have complete command on the subject. Suggested some good ideas for increasing sales volume and attracting new buyers. Hopefully I will be able to achieve my goals by acting on the given advice. Thank you Adam for your time and answering all the questions.

Source: Clarity Muhammad Aamir Feb 19, 2014

I have known Adam for a good 10 years. He has unselfishly given his time and expertise to over 100,000 members of his forum. The only true domain name forum on the Internet. Adam knows the industry from many sides and that makes him one of the most qualified people in the world of domaining. Besides that, Adam is a good and trusted friend.

Source: LinkedIn Rick Schwartz Jul 1, 2014

Adam is one of those people who can do it all. He is extremely knowledgable in many areas and is constantly seeking to learn more.

He is also very hands on and because of that, things get done. Adam also is extremly good at picking his team and again because of that, things get done.

Adam is the quarterback that you want on your team.

Source: LinkedIn Tom Murphy Jul 1, 2014
JG
I joined Adam's forum several years ago and have sold many, many domain names there and have gained valuable contacts. I have also sold a few domain names to Adam himself and he has also been professional and strived for a win-win situation. I look forward to future business!

Source: LinkedIn Justin Godfrey Jul 1, 2014

Adam has a very powerful understanding of where the domain industry is headed. He has been at the center of the industry for many years.

Source: LinkedIn Omar Baig Jul 1, 2014

Adam is very knowledgeable on the domain industry as proven by his own portfolio, his work on DNF, and his many industry speaking engagements. At IREIT Adam proved adept at working both on his own and as part of the larger team. His strengths are heavily around generic domain valuation and his network within the industry. I also believe he has a very good nose for where the industry is headed.

Source: LinkedIn Timothy Chen Jul 1, 2014

Adam is a visionary leader that is always striving to achieve the strategic objective.

Source: LinkedIn Sidney Parfait Jul 1, 2014
BH
Adam's work ethic, along with his knowledge of the industry, makes him a value to any company. On a personal level he is a pleasure to know and work with.

Source: LinkedIn Bob Hart Jul 1, 2014

Adam is truly a pleasure to work with. His expertise and knowledge of our industry was critical to the success of our company. Adam is also a great manager and mentor. He has the patience and style to manage large or small teams that add value to organizations. I recommend Adam for any position and believe he is a critical executive that employers will benefit from.

Source: LinkedIn Lisa Box Jul 1, 2014

It was a pleasure to work with Adam at iREIT. He is an imminently qualified in the field of domaining yet one never had to deal with an outsized ego. All in all it was a rich experience working with him.

Source: LinkedIn Matt Murphy, CFA Jul 1, 2014

 

[DomainAuction]

What interests me most from all of this is that you are using WordPress to power your blog. What's wrong with you? A LOT is wrong w/ the web and domaining and it forever will be --- unless you are holding onto its strings. Wake up and make your money. WordPress? Really?

 

[trelgor]

Do you think he (Michael Cyger) has an obligation given all that has transpired to remove all those interviews that proclaim Adam Dicker as a domain and business guru to be inspired by and learned from? Maybe Cyger was in the dark like most of us but I'm sure he knows now. Breaking his association for future interviews was a good start though.

"Publish and be damned." I don't believe in removing stuff published in hindsight. Negative or positive. Let it serve as a testament. Maybe make some edits on the stuff that has been debunked.

Hell, do a piece on it! A self-critical piece with inside information.

Tough nut, with all the collegial feel the shows are dripping of...

Removing stuff would imply guilt. Covering the transpiring story and using past interviews would imply no prior knowledge and honesty.

 

[equity78]

Namepros have already said earlier in this thread that only the OP can close it.

It's his call and I would point out if people are getting payments from Adam Dicker they should only consider those secure after the potential chargeback period has ended, which in some cases now can be six months - so it really is in your interest to keep this thread open, so you have some comeback if you need it.

You can also contact, or share, or search, or comment on Adam Dicker on Twitter @adamdicker http://twitter.com/adamdicker where he has an impressive count of followers.

I was the one that said that and I said Eric Lyon or the OP, Eric can always do as he sees fit as he runs this place. @Raindrops made an excellent point in her comments about the policing and management of this thread.

 

[Jeff Markus]

@ carob why are you enabling Adam?

In your last two posts you mention 'his impressive Twitter followers amount' and in the very next post his 'positive reviews' on some paid call service.

People like you set up the scam!!!!!

What's impressive about buying Twitter followers on fiver?????

What's impressive about having your friends that you either advertise on their sites or speak at their conferences say nice things about you???

And now people saying leave the bogus interviews up on DomainSherpa up!?!

If I was on the same show I'd insist they were all removed. Sherpas do you really want to be associated with his scum bag?

That's how Adam Dicker set up his scams. He mixes real things like good interviews with legit people with his fraud. If a casual viewer watches him on a show with Mike Berkins, someone that has a massive amount of names. Legit cause he lists them with prices and is a stand up guy. You look at Adam and think we'll if Mike owns xxxxxxxxx names I guess it's not a stretch Adam owns xxxxxx and maybe people do follow this guy on Twitter maybe his courses teach these people something I don't know?

Maybe people start to believe his lies about his forum being the largest... I think I heard or read that some place. People think maybe he is a domain expert since he is introduced as one...

It's only been a few days and he's systematically silenced the detailed vocal cases that tugged on the heart strings. Shut up Frank and any other big names. Now you just have a few randoms and a bunch of unknowns.

Couple more days and with some seo start the process of pushing those links down like he did with his Godaddy scam and he's right back were he started. You'd never know what happened and the next guy comes along and get snagged!

Those domain Sherpa interviews have to go they are the bait and by leaving them up Cyger becomes an accomplice because he is publishing material which has been proven by Adams own people to be false and lies.

 

[carob]

I was the one that said that and I said Eric Lyon or the OP, Eric can always do as he sees fit as he runs this place. @Raindrops made an excellent point in her comments about the policing and management of this thread.

Thanks for clarifying - it isn't easy to find your original post, you could link back to it if you like. The point being to avoid repeating the discussion where people ask mods to close the thread - as you've said, mods can't do that, it is a decision for the OP, the site manager Eric, or presumably also the site owner.

It is a really valid point that people need to stay focused on obtaining their refunds now - you do not know how much longer Adam Dicker will be at liberty to pay you.

 

[carob]

@ carob why are you enabling Adam?

In your last two posts you mention 'his impressive Twitter followers amount' and in the very next post his 'positive reviews' on some paid call service.

Hi Jeff I can understand you are justifiably seriously p*ssed off if Dicker owes you money or mistreated you. Why not ask him directly for a refund here on this thread and clearly state the amount? That has worked.

Please do have a look at the concrete suggestions I made earlier in the thread when someone asked how to protect others in future:
https://www.namepros.com/threads/is-adam-dicker-a-criminal-you-decide.883579/page-59#post-5045926
listing places where people can post reviews of Dicker's business. Such as ripoffreport.com

I'm not endorsing those positive Dicker reviews or Twitter followers - I am pointing out they exist and putting them open to question or comment. It is also possible the reviews are not genuine or the followers are bought (as you suggested) - it might be helpful if people look further into that.

 

[carob]

Couple more days and with some seo start the process of pushing those links down like he did with his Godaddy scam and he's right back were he started. You'd never know what happened and the next guy comes along and get snagged!

That is a key point about how reputation management works - crowd out the bad stuff by creating profiles and sites all over so that one or two embarrasing sites or episodes get hard to find when they fall to page 4 on Google. There are a LOT of Adam Dicker profiles on the internet keeping a smiley face and rosy picture up there.

How many people knew Adam Dicker also does sex and relationship advice too...
You can see his advice here: https://www.quora.com/Adam-Dicker

Just the latest examples on there:

When I came blood came out Am I sick?

Adam Dicker, Served as VP at Go Daddy for 4 Years and is considered a domain expert.
35 Views
You should definitely see a doctor right away.
Written 16 Aug
Adam Dicker wrote this • 16 Aug
What precautions should you take when meeting someone you met online?

Adam Dicker, Served as VP at Go Daddy for 4 Years and is considered a domain expert.
119 Views
First meeting always in a public place like a coffee shop. Spend time getting to know them and see if you want to meet a second time. People are good at putting on a front when they are really nut... (more)

 

[dordomai]

The Dicker is quite hyperactive it seems.

 

[Gregr]

Namepros seems to have been pretty liberal (and devoting resources) with this thread, but eventually policing it for memes and looping rants will get it shut down, and then where will you go to voice your story?

This forum will not shut down the hottest thread they have especially when it is bashing the owner of their competition.

 

[S-B]

This forum will not shut down the hottest thread they have especially when it is bashing the owner of their competition.

This thread is about recovering thousands of dollars from Adam.

 

[Gregr]

This thread is about recovering thousands of dollars from Adam.

I know. I'm saying people shouldn't fear that the thread will be shut down by the forum.

 

[Domain Truth]

This thread is about recovering thousands of dollars from Adam.

In Adam Dicker speak, it's in the six-figures.

 

[1NiteStand]

That is a key point about how reputation management works - crowd out the bad stuff by creating profiles and sites all over so that one or two embarrasing sites or episodes get hard to find when they fall to page 4 on Google. There are a LOT of Adam Dicker profiles on the internet keeping a smiley face and rosy picture up there.

How many people knew Adam Dicker also does sex and relationship advice too...
You can see his advice here: https://www.quora.com/Adam-Dicker

Just the latest examples on there:

What does that have to do with anything? Usually marketers participate in their profitable niches in order to sell things more successfully..... common marketing tactics/practices

 

[DomainGist]

If you were one of the people he took money from, thousands of dollars it would bother you a lot. He deceived people that have mouths to feed. Bills to pay.

I think there are a lot of people speaking on their behalf, and that only a small number of those are doing so at their request or with their permission. The impression that I've got from the nichewebsites.com customers is that they want a refund, and the impression I've got from the former employees is that they want further reassurances that Adam Dicker is not going to try and cause trouble for them with their (probably invalid) NDA's, having already received the money that they are owed.

Not seen a single person who has identified themselves as a victim say that they want to take this as far as the FBI, neither have I seen those who have identified themselves as being in communication with them state that this is the case. So in the words of Adam Dicker the FBI talk is all "just noise".

 

[DomainGist]

The problem is it's bullsh*t!! He's not getting back to anybody! Besides Frank Schilling who else has been paid back? Still lying! People are anonymous here. because of pending litigation. Just like most others here are anyway.

The former employees are not owed any money, and several of his NicheWebsites customers report being refunded.

If there is anybody else still awaiting reimbursement perhaps they should identify themselves, are you one of them?

 

[S-B]

The former employees are not owed any money, and several of his NicheWebsites customers report being refunded.

If there is anybody else still awaiting reimbursement perhaps they should identify themselves, are you one of them?

I'm aware of a handful more. Some are owed a lot of money.

 

[umask077]

Those who are here for help can reach out to Adam at his email to get things resolved. And if it's not to the satisfactory of the claimants, they can voice out here again.

On the other hand, there are some people here who are not affected / related going to the extreme to destroy someone.

It's easy to set up an anonymous account to criticise without revealing any vested interest in the bashing.

I don't think you have to be one of the victims to call things by its name. Adam Dicker is getting what he deserves... I don't think I would be satisfied just getting a refund. My advice to those affected by Adam is: stay calm, wait until you get paid, and then try to group together to pursue a class action. Get in touch with and attorney and let him figure out what's the best course of action in this particular scenario.

If nothing is done, I assure you that this won't be the last time we hear about him. These guys need to be taught the hard way.

 

[Domain Truth]

I don't think you have to be one of the victims to call things by its name. Adam Dicker is getting what he deserves... I don't think I would be satisfied just getting a refund. My advice to those affected by Adam is: stay calm, wait until you get paid, and then try to group together to pursue a class action. Get in touch with and attorney and let him figure out what's the best course of action in this particular scenario.

If nothing is done, I assure you that this won't be the last time we hear about him. These guys need to be taught the hard way.

I don't think he has yet gotten what he deserves. If the allegations are true, he has committed some serious crimes and justice would only be done in a criminal court. The reason why he keeps getting away with these acts and go on to repeat them is he filters victims that are meek and won't go to the proper authorities.

Irving Fryar the ex-NFL star and his mother were just convicted of mortgage fraud. They are getting jail time, monetary fines AND they are required to pay back their victims. That is justice.

http://www.nj.com/burlington/index....rving_fryar_mom_convicted_of_mortgage_fr.html

 

[Jen-Sin]

I don't think you have to be one of the victims to call things by its name. Adam Dicker is getting what he deserves... I don't think I would be satisfied just getting a refund. My advice to those affected by Adam is: stay calm, wait until you get paid, and then try to group together to pursue a class action. Get in touch with and attorney and let him figure out what's the best course of action in this particular scenario.

If nothing is done, I assure you that this won't be the last time we hear about him. These guys need to be taught the hard way.

I'm not condoning what he has done. I feel for those who suffered too.

But we should not forget this man's contributions as well.

 

[Domain Truth]

Paying back SOME of his victims and only after they have gone public to complain on a message board does not constitute contributions.

 

[Jen-Sin]

Paying back some of his victims and only after they have gone public to complain on a message board does not constitute contributions.

When I say contributions, I mean contributions to the domaining community. How he has shared information and knowledge. How he has helped domainers. Do we discount all of these just because one did wrong?

Since you have been giving me dislikes a couple of time, why don't you reveal who you are, and what vested interest you have in this?

By thinking that contributions means only paying back shows how narrow focus and determined you are to put down a man.

 

[Domain Truth]

In the words of Shane Bellone, I don't owe you anything. I don't want to see innocent people get screwed and I want to see perps get what they deserve.