OffshoreAlert Marbella Conference

    Intelligence, Investigations
    & Recovery

    June 19-21, 2024—Kempinski Hotel Bahía, Estepona, Spain

    Welcome to OffshoreAlert Marbella: How to Avoid Costly Business Mistakes

    In the high-stakes world of international finance, a single misstep can result in millions of dollars in losses and irreparable damage to your reputation. At OffshoreAlert Marbella, you'll gain the knowledge and connections you need to avoid these pitfalls and safeguard your business.

    Gain Expert Insights

    Learn from a diverse group of professionals, including fraud investigators, asset recovery attorneys, insolvency practitioners, intelligence-gatherers, litigators, claimants, funders, investors, regulators, law enforcement, risk managers, financial and professional services providers, researchers, and investigative journalists. These experts will share their insights on how to investigate and understand complex financial issues worldwide. If your business has already encountered problems, they will provide strategies to minimize damage and maximize recovery, ensuring you can protect and recover your assets effectively.

    Build Essential Connections

    No matter your role in high-value international finance, collaboration is essential. Our conference provides a luxury environment where you can learn, network, and conduct business—all while enjoying your time. Connect with professionals who can help you now and in the future, creating a powerful support network.

    Protect Your Interests

    Fraudsters fear OffshoreAlert because we expose their schemes, assist law enforcement in prosecuting them, and help asset recovery attorneys reclaim their ill-gotten gains. Our impact is evident in testimonials from fraudsters themselves, who have seen their operations significantly hindered by our work. Join us in Spain to discover how we achieve these results.

    Learn from Exclusive Speakers

    Hear from industry leaders who offer insights you won't find anywhere else. Highlights include:
    • Miriam Company: A lawyer who represented music star Shakira against Spanish tax fraud charges.
    • Xavi Estrada: A former La Liga football referee who will discuss bribery and corruption allegations involving FC Barcelona.
    • Rui Pinto: A Portuguese whistleblower behind major tax investigations into football stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, as well as English Premier League rule breaches involving Manchester City FC.

    Enjoy a Premier Experience

    The OffshoreAlert Marbella conference on intelligence, investigations, and recovery in high-value international finance will take place on June 19-21 at the five-star Kempinski Hotel Bahía in Estepona, by the Mediterranean Sea. Experience a perfect blend of learning, networking, and leisure in a stunning location.
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    Expert Speakers & Sexy Topics

    Dive into the heart of international finance at OffshoreAlert Marbella, where a cocktail of experts and sexy topics come together. Our agenda spans the latest in global intelligence, investigations, and asset recovery, featuring speakers at the forefront of the industry. Whether looking to deepen your knowledge or explore new frontiers, each session is an opportunity to navigate the complexities of high-value finance.

    Networking Beyond Boundaries

    Beyond the conference, OffshoreAlert Marbella extends your networking opportunities with 'Big TV' watch parties for the 'Scotland vs. Switzerland', 'England vs. Denmark', and 'Spain vs. Italy' Euros soccer matches, and a closing indoor/outdoor pool party. Engage with peers, form lasting connections, and indulge in an array of social activities designed for relaxation and networking in a luxury setting.

    Kempinski Bahía: Andalusian Elegance

    Discover the exclusive offer of €250 per night at Kempinski Hotel Bahía, including breakfast, and step into unmatched luxury during OffshoreAlert Marbella. Positioned on the Costa del Sol’s sun-kissed shores, the hotel is not just a place to stay—it's your portal to Andalusia's rich culture and stunning landscapes. Immerse yourself in luxury, history, and an unforgettable experience at an exceptional value.

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    Agenda

    All Days
    Wed Jun 19
    Thu Jun 20
    Fri Jun 21
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    Wed Jun 19
    9:00 PM

    Welcome Party ('Scotland vs. Switzerland' Euros Watch Party)

    Black Rose Bar Terrace

    A later-than-typical welcome party to correspond with the 'Scotland vs. Switzerland' Euros football game. A big TV will be set up for those who want to watch the match and there will be quieter spaces for those who want to network more serenely.

    Thu Jun 20
    8:45 AM

    Opening Remarks

    Poniente I & II

    Welcome remarks from OffshoreAlert's founder, owner, and CEO, David Marchant.

    David Marchant

    David Marchant

    Founder, Owner & Editor

    OffshoreAlert

    9:00 AM

    Global Watergate: How Pegasus & Other Spyware Is Used To Spy On Adversaries

    Poniente I & II

    This session will look at how Pegasus and equivalent surveillance spyware, which provides attackers with full access to the target's data, images, photographs, texts, camera, microphone and geolocation, is being used by Governments, including those of several countries in the European Union, and commercial enterprises to spy on journalists, lawyers, businesspeople, politicians, officials and other public figures, including the wife of Saudi Arabian journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was brutally murdered in 2018.

    Jurre van Bergen

    Jurre van Bergen

    Technologist

    Amnesty International

    10:00 AM

    Dubai Unlocked: How To Investigate Property Ownership in a Money Launderer's Paradise

    Poniente I & II

    In recent years, Dubai has emerged a leading international financial center and, in doing so, has become a haven for financial criminals, including fraudsters, money launderers, narcotics traffickers, and corrupt politicians. Fueled by a new leak of property records, 'Dubai Unlocked' is an investigative project involving more than 70 media outlets around the globe that shines the brightest light yet on the owners of real estate in the jurisdiction. This session will discuss the project's damning findings and show investigators how to access and analyze the project's data to uncover who owns what in the jurisdiction.

    Eiliv Frich Flydal

    Eiliv Frich Flydal

    Investigative Journalist

    VG/E24.no

    George Greenwood

    George Greenwood

    Investigations Reporter

    The Times

    11:00 AM

    Networking Break

    11:30 AM

    International Tax Investigations: 'Spanish Prosecutors v. Celebrity HNWIs' & How to Avoid Problems with Offshore Accounts

    Poniente I & II

    This session will look at tax investigations by Spanish Tax Prosecutors against wealthy celebrities like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Jose Mourinho, Carlo Ancelotti, and Shakira.

    What were the allegations, defences, and outcomes and what lessons can be learned for other wealthy taxpayers with offshore structures?

    Miles Dean

    Miles Dean

    Head of International Tax

    Andersen LLP

    Miriam Company

    Miriam Company

    Attorney

    Molins Defensa Penal

    12:30 PM

    Networking Lunch

    El Mirador Restaurant
    1:45 PM

    High-Value International Recovery: Latest Developments & Other Things You Need To Know

    Poniente I & II

    In this session, leading international asset recovery attorneys, investigators, and insolvency practitioners will discuss trends and developments, offer tips to avoid mistakes and increase your chance of success, and answer your questions.

    Antonia Mottironi

    Antonia Mottironi

    Partner

    Ardentěr Law

    Colin Diss

    Colin Diss

    Partner

    Grant Thornton

    Fernanda Restrepo Díaz

    Fernanda Restrepo Díaz

    Senior Manager

    Kroll

    Keith Oliver

    Keith Oliver

    Head of International

    Peters & Peters

    Kevin Hellard

    Kevin Hellard

    Partner, Global Head of Restructuring and Asset Recovery

    Grant Thornton

    Dubai Investigations: Workshop

    Terral

    A hands-on workshop that will show you how to investigate entities and locate assets in Dubai.

    Eiliv Frich Flydal

    Eiliv Frich Flydal

    Investigative Journalist

    VG/E24.no

    George Greenwood

    George Greenwood

    Investigations Reporter

    The Times

    3:00 PM

    The Barcelona Football Referee Bribery Allegations: An Analysis

    Poniente I & II

    This session will look at the €7 million bribery allegations involving European football giants FC Barcelona FC and José Maria Enríquez Negreira, a former professional football referee in La Liga and a former vice president of the Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) of the Royal Spanish Football Federation.

    Xavi Estrada

    Xavi Estrada

    Former Professional Football Referee & VAR Official

    3:45 PM

    Networking Break

    4:15 PM

    Offshore Finance: Intelligence Update

    Poniente I & II

    Financial Intelligence Unit officers in offshore financial centres will discuss the industry and take your questions.

    Adrian Hale

    Adrian Hale

    Head

    Guernsey Financial Intelligence Unit

    Carl Ramagge

    Carl Ramagge

    Head of Operations (Legal)

    Gibraltar Financial Intelligence Unit

    6:00 PM

    Networking Party ('England vs. Denmark' Euros Watch Party) Sponsored by Grant Thornton & Maitland

    Black Rose Bar Terrace

    A networking party to correspond with the 'England vs. Denmark' Euros football game. A big TV will be set up for those who want to watch the match and there will be quieter spaces for those who want to network more serenely.

    Fri Jun 21
    9:15 AM

    Buying Silence: The Rise of Lawfare (Incl. Against Catalan Politicians)

    Poniente I & II

    In this session, lawyers David Hooper and Jorge Angell will discuss the growth of Lawfare - where  states, oligarchs, kleptocrats, fraudsters and politicians from Russia, the former Soviet Republics, the USA, Malta, Germany, Sweden and Malaysia use the law, their financial muscle and criminal means to try to silence their critics.  This is the aggressive world of SLAPP actions.    Victims are writers, investigative journalists, newspapers and the general public. David Hooper will describe what it is like to be the victim of hacking and a SLAPP action and how research  shows that hacking and the use of Pegasus has increased. Jorge Angell will explain the importance of the legal actions against Catalan politicians for an alleged conspiracy to break up the Spanish territory and secure independence for Catalonia.

    David Hooper

    David Hooper

    Author

    Retired Lawyer

    Jorge Angell

    Jorge Angell

    Senior Partner

    LC Rodrigo Abogados

    10:15 AM

    Hazim Nada v. UAE: 'How Dirty Tricks & Disinformation Destroyed A Business'

    Poniente I & II

    This session will look at allegations by Italian-American Hazim Nada that his oil trading business Lord Energy failed because of a "dark public relations" operation against it that was allegedly funded by the United Arab Emirates and its ruler.

    Hazim Nada

    Hazim Nada

    Founder & Owner

    Lord Energy SA

    Nick Brechbill

    Nick Brechbill

    Partner

    Clare Locke

    11:00 AM

    Networking Break

    11:30 AM

    Rui Pinto & William Bourdon Present: The 'Football Leaks' Financial Scandals That Rocked European Soccer

    Poniente I & II

    In this session, Portuguese activist and whistleblower Rui Pinto and his French attorney, William Bourdon, will discuss Pinto's creation of the 'Football Leaks' website in 2015 to expose "the principal protagonists in the dishonest football industry" and Pinto's subsequent arrest and criminal prosecution.

    The site shone light on the murky and secretive world of football finance by revealing player contracts, financial documents, confidential emails, and other information that triggered criminal tax fraud prosecutions against several top players, including Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo; rules breach charges against English football club Manchester City, and even led to the reopening of a sexual assault investigation into Cristiano Ronaldo in the United States.

    David Marchant

    David Marchant

    Founder, Owner & Editor

    OffshoreAlert

    Rui Pinto

    Rui Pinto

    Whistleblower

    Football Leaks

    William Bourdon

    William Bourdon

    Founding Partner

    Bourdon & Associés

    12:30 PM

    Closing Remarks

    Poniente I & II
    David Marchant

    David Marchant

    Founder, Owner & Editor

    OffshoreAlert

    1:00 PM

    Closing Extended Networking Lunch (Two Hours)

    Baltazár Bar & Grill

    A final opportunity to network with attendees and soak up the sun at an extended indoor/outdoor lunch, by the pool.

    Venue & Accommodation

    Kempinski Hotel Bahía

    Experience unmatched luxury at the Kempinski Hotel Bahía, your retreat during OffshoreAlert Marbella. Nestled on the sun-kissed shores of the Costa del Sol, this exquisite hotel is more than just a place to stay; it’s your gateway to exploring the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Andalusia. From the elegant comfort of your room to the vibrant streets of Marbella, indulge in a seamless blend of modern luxury and historic charm. 
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    Our discounted group rate is €250 per night, inclusive of breakfast and VAT.

    Who's Attending

    Connect with the World’s Foremost Experts in Intelligence, Investigations & Recovery

    Roles & Expertise

    Fraud Investigators
    Asset Recovery Specialists
    Insolvency Practitioners
    Intelligence Gatherers
    Litigators
    Claimants
    Funders & Investors
    Regulators & Law Enforcement
    Risk Managers
    Financial & Professional Service
    Providers
    Fact-Finders
    Researchers
    Journalists

    Seniority

    66%
    Owners, Partners, Directors, CEOs

    Global Presence

    Bahamas
    Bermuda
    Brazil
    British Virgin Islands
    Canada
    Cayman Islands
    China
    France
    Germany
    Guernsey
    Hong Kong
    Ireland
    Israel
    Jersey
    Liechtenstein
    Luxembourg
    Russia
    South Korea
    Switzerland
    Turkey
    United Kingdom
    United States

    Interests

    Fraud & Asset Recovery
    24%
    Intelligence & Investigations
    19%
    Crypto
    9%
    Offshore
    8%
    Corruption
    6%
    11 Other Interests
    34%

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    With your ticket, you get access to all sessions on topics from 'Football Leaks' to international tax evasion. Enjoy networking events, including a welcome party on June 19, a watch party on June 20, and a concluding lunch and pool party on June 21. Daily lunches are included. All events are hosted at the Kempinski Hotel Bahía in Estepona, Spain. All prices are listed in USD. 

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    Welcome Happy Hour on Wednesday: Kick off the event with an evening of networking and relaxation.
    Drinks Reception on Thursday: Unwind and mingle in a relaxed atmosphere with fellow attendees.
    Friday Lunch & Pool Party: Celebrate the week's success with a festive gathering—food, fun, and sun included.
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