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Delena D. Spann

Cyber Fraud Task Force
U.S. Secret Service

Delena D. Spann is an accomplished professional with a wealth of experience in the financial crimes/fraud industry. She is employed with the U.S. Secret Service (Cyber Fraud Task Force). Here are some highlights of her impressive background:  Delena is the author of the Fraud Analytics: Strategies and Methods for Detection and Prevention, Wiley Publishers, and the co-author of The Internet Fraud Case Book: The World Wide Web of Deceit, Wiley Publishers (Chapter 11) and “CASH IS KING” published by the Practising Law Institute (PLI). Delena is also a contributing writer for ACAMS Today.

Delena is the creator and executive producer of an engaging animated Ted-Ed video titled "How Does Money Laundering Work?". The video has garnered over 6.3 million views!  She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies and a Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies Certificate from Barry University. Delena earned her Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Florida International University (FIU). She has completed an executive-level certificate program in Illicit Finance and Trade-Based Money Laundering at George Mason University and specialized courses at Johns Hopkins University.

Delena D. Spann’s contributions to the field are commendable, and her expertise continues to make a significant impact in the fight against financial crimes.