FC (Freaky Clown)

FC Freakyclown is the author of the bestseller "How I Rob Banks", and advises organizations on creating a secure, safe environment.

As a keynote speaker, co-founder of Cygenta, and former Head of Offensive Cyber Research at Raytheon, FC has over thirty years of experience as an ethical hacker. He has assisted thousands of banks, governments, and other organizations in advancing their security frameworks. His engagements cover a range of topics including artificial intelligence, ransomware, phishing, and the critical importance of robust security systems.

FC's expertise has been showcased in mainstream media outlets such as the BBC and ITV, and on popular industry podcasts like Darknet Diaries (EP66). He has been featured in printed media worldwide, educating audiences about cybersecurity from a hacker’s perspective. His former role at Raytheon has equipped him to share insights into how nation-states and the intelligence community utilize cyber weapons and the methods to defend against them. His legal adventures in breaching organizational security, both physically and digitally, have taken him across the globe in the ongoing battle against cybercrime.

Although his real name is FC, he is widely recognized by his alter ego 'Freakyclown'. This nickname, originally given to him by bullies in school, has been transformed into a powerful persona for public speaking and education on cybersecurity issues. FC currently resides in Las Vegas, USA, with his wife, Dr. Jessica Barker, an award-winning leader in the human side of cybersecurity, and their cat, Bubble.