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.