Really? You don't seem like the type of person that would have reliable contacts. Especially since I happen to know that the CEO doesn't drink, much less, hang out at "pubs".
Also, you said he brags about his "scams". The CEO has been with this company since 1999. Why don't you enlighten us and tell us about another one of his "scams". Surely, your "contacts" would know at least of one other company. Wouldn't he?