This informative workshop is taught by Frank W. Abagnale, one of the nation's foremost authorities on fraud. He will be talking about how to protect yourself and your business from fraud, America's #1 crime.

For over 30 years Abagnale has lectured to and consulted with hundreds of financial institutions, corporations and government agencies around the world. More than 14,000 entities now use his fraud prevention programs.

Mr. Abagnale has been associated with the FBI for more than three decades. He lectures extensively at the FBI Academy and for the field offices of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He believes that punishment for fraud and recovery of stolen funds are so rare that prevention is the only viable course of action.

Bio

Frank W. Abagnale, Jr. is one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement and secure documents. He has won numerous awards for his accomplishments and awards in the field.

Mr. Abagnale is a best-selling author of several books, including Catch Me If You Can, Stealing Your Life, The Real U Guide to Identity Theft and The Art of the Steal. In 2002, a film based on his book, Catch Me If You Can, was directed by Steven Spielberg, with Leonardo DiCaprio playing Abagnale in the lead role. The film also starred Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks.

Abagnale has been married for over 25 years and is the proud father of three sons. He is pleased to serve our government, his clients, and thousands of corporations and consumers as they deal with problems of white collar crime and fraud.

Event Date and Location

The Art of the Steal will be presented on Friday morning, August 27, 2010, from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Belk Centrum at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Lenoir-Rhyne is located in Hickory.

Event Sponsors

The Life Story of Frank W. Abagnale is presented by Catawba County Chamber of Commerce, Beaver Family Investments, and Prime Life Ed-Ventures, a lifelong learning program of Appalachian State University. Supporting sponsors also include Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A.; GenSpring Family Offices; and Blue Ridge Law Enforcement Association.

To Register

Registration will be taken through Catawba County Chamber of Commerce. To register online, please visit http://www.wliinc3.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/wlx/cal/wlxprofile?caleid=689&cc=CATAWBACC. To register by phone, call 828-328-6000, ext. 228.

Cost is only $25 per person for members of the Catawba County Chamber and all surrounding Chambers. Cost for non-members is $35 per person. Registration is required, and payment is due at the time of registration.