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Financial crime expert & professor

Stephen Platt

Transform compliance strategies with Stephen Platt, speaker and financial crime prevention expert. Stephen works with global organisations to strengthen governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, delivering authoritative insights as Georgetown University professor and best-selling author of Criminal Capital.

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Stephen Platt, Speaker | Governance & Compliance Expert
Stephen Platt

Stephen Platt

London, United Kingdom

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£6–10k

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Stephen Platt's biography

At a glance

  • Founder of International Compliance Association, compliance training
  • Founder and CEO of KYC360, regulatory technology
  • Author of Criminal Capital, book on financial crime

Stephen Platt is a leading authority in governance, risk, and compliance, with extensive experience in financial crime prevention. As the founder of the International Compliance Association, he has played a key role in shaping industry standards, providing training and qualifications to compliance professionals worldwide. He is also the founder and CEO of KYC360, a regulatory technology company that delivers advanced compliance solutions to organisations globally.


A barrister by training, Stephen has spent decades investigating financial crime and regulatory failures, working closely with regulators to improve compliance processes. His work has contributed to the development of best practices in anti-money laundering and risk management, influencing policies at an international level. He has advised financial institutions, law enforcement agencies, and governments, helping them navigate complex compliance challenges.


Stephen is also the author of Criminal Capital, a best-selling book on financial crime that examines how illicit funds move through the global financial system. His expertise has led him to serve as an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, where he shared insights on financial regulation and risk management. Throughout his career, he has focused on bridging the gap between regulatory requirements and practical implementation, ensuring businesses not only comply with regulations but also strengthen their operations.

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Why we recommend booking Stephen

Unlock your business's potential with Stephen Platt, founder and CEO of KYC360. As a leading expert in governance, risk, and compliance, his insights drive compliance innovation. Book now to improve your team's performance and address today's regulatory challenges effectively.

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Stephen Platt - Criminal Capital: How The Finance Industry Facilitates Crime book cover
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What is Stephen Platt's speaking style like?

Stephen Platt draws on his book Criminal Capital to examine how illicit funds move through the global financial system, grounding his sessions in case-based analysis of financial crime and regulatory failure.

What topics does Stephen Platt specialise in?

Stephen Platt speaks on financial crime prevention, anti-money laundering, regulatory compliance, and risk management. He is the founder of the International Compliance Association and author of Criminal Capital, a best-selling book examining how illicit funds move through the global financial system.

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