A U.S. green card holder, Dirk De Jager, based in Florida, has been accused of scamming over 30 small business owners from various countries out of at least $200,000. De Jager’s companies, including Clients 2 Calendar, promised a 2x return on investment within 180 days. However, according to victims, the services promised were not delivered, and additional fees were continually requested. Despite complaints and evidence provided to authorities, including the South African Embassy, Florida Police, FBI, and U.S. Secret Service, no investigation has been initiated.
Documents obtained by crypto.news show that payments, including around $6,000 in USDT, were made to the Crypto.com centralized exchange. Victims claim that the employees hired by De Jager’s companies, mostly from Pakistan and the Philippines, lacked professional experience and were solely used for cold outreach on social media platforms. De Jager’s LinkedIn profile indicates that he co-founded Clients 2 Calendar in 2020 with his brother and later created Millionaire Performance in 2021.
A former employee of Clients 2 Calendar revealed that the company was making substantial profits, but ultimately left due to lack of progress with client businesses. Victims have shared their experiences on platforms like Reddit, with one individual citing the failed money-doubling scheme as evidence of the scam. Despite efforts to raise awareness and seek justice, authorities have been hesitant to investigate the claims, citing thresholds for the minimum amount of money scammed that would warrant an investigation.
Victims like Aisling Powell have been vocal about their experiences, urging for exposure of the scam to prevent further individuals from falling prey to fraudulent schemes. Powell believes that only by shedding light on the activities of companies like Clients 2 Calendar and Millionaire Performance can justice be served. With evidence mounting against De Jager and his companies, the pressure is on for authorities to take action and hold accountable those responsible for defrauding innocent individuals.
The lack of action from authorities in response to the allegations against De Jager and his companies suggests a need for greater scrutiny of financial scams targeting vulnerable individuals. By bringing attention to these cases and holding perpetrators accountable, a message can be sent that fraudulent activities will not be tolerated. Victims like Aisling Powell continue to advocate for justice and hope that their stories will serve as a warning to others who may be approached by similar schemes in the future. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether the authorities will step in to address the allegations and ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.
