Dr Ian Messenger is an international financial crime and gaming compliance expert, author, educator, and former compliance executive. His career spans organized crime, financial intelligence, anti-money laundering, banking, casino gaming, investigations, and regulatory compliance.
He spent approximately a decade with the UK’s Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) and National Crime Agency (NCA) before moving into senior financial crime roles in banking and later serving as Director of Anti-Money Laundering for a Canadian Crown gaming corporation.
Dr Messenger is the Founder and CEO of the Association of Certified Gaming Compliance Specialists (ACGCS) and has taught at Dalhousie University, Seneca Polytechnic, and Wilfrid Laurier University.
He holds a Doctorate in International Criminal Justice from the University of Portsmouth, an MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice, an MA (Honours) in Social Policy and Politics from the University of Edinburgh, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Integrity Investigations from the University of New Haven.
A recognized author and media commentator, Dr Messenger has provided expert insight to national and international media publications including CNN, NBC, CBC, CityTV News, and the Toronto Star.
Selected Press
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Chinese gamblers, cartel cash: The secret pipeline through Las Vegas’ biggest casino
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X-ray tables, hidden cameras: The tech in rigged poker games linked to the mob and the NBA
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The price of gold has surged. That's making it attractive to criminals, experts say
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After Dollarama security guard charged with assault, experts say a lack of training may be to blame
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Experts push to modernize, strengthen training for Ontario security guards
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Jake Paul, Ohio's most famous sportsbook owner, doesn't need gaming license because he 'no longer has control'
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Ohio sportsbooks voided $77 million in bets over 13 months, frequently citing 'obvious errors'
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A month before March Madness, Kentucky shrinks sports betting enforcement team