Elliot Castro swindled millions as a teenage fraudster before turning his life around to become a leading authority in fraud prevention. Drawing on experiences from prison, high-stakes scams, and consulting for major clients like Barclays, UBS, the Metropolitan Police, IATA, and the FBI, his talks offer candid, compelling insight into the fraud mindset—and how businesses and institutions can protect themselves.... Read more
Finding himself the subject of an international police manhunt at the age of 18 (having swindled approximately £2.5m from various banks and financial institutions), Elliot Castro and his story have collectively been described as the modern version of ‘Catch Me if You Can’.
Having gone straight upon his release from prison in 2005, he now advises some of the world’s foremost financial institutions and law enforcement agencies, as well as regularly consulting to Fortune 500 and FTSE listed companies. A compelling speaker, his talks are noted for his candour and positive energy, as well as his valuable insight into the criminal mindset.
He is also the co-author of “Other People’s Money: The Rise and Fall of Britain’s Boldest Credit Card Fraudster” (Penguin, 2024), a gripping account of his extraordinary past and the lessons it holds for the digital age. The book has been praised for its candid storytelling and unique insights into the world of fraud and deception.
Elliot now lives in his much loved hometown of Glasgow, Scotland, and is a keen musician and DJ in his spare time.
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You can book Elliot Castro through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Elliot's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Elliot Castro's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Elliot tailored to your event.
Elliot Castro speaks on Cyber Security, Financial. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Elliot to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Elliot Castro for events worldwide, subject to Elliot's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Elliot Castro is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Elliot can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Elliot Castro on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Elliot can offer.
Elliot Castro delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Elliot Castro's areas of expertise include Cyber Security, Financial. To get a clear sense of Elliot's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Elliot Castro can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Cyber Security, Financial is relevant. Details of Elliot's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Elliot Castro is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Elliot Castro, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Elliot's current availability for your dates.