Paul Derry: The Double Life—Infiltrating, Exploiting, and Exposing the System
Paul Derry’s life is defined by a dangerous, years-long deception: he was a career criminal and leader of an empire rooted in greed and violence, all while simultaneously serving as a high-value agent for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). His platform provides a raw, unvarnished look at the "thrill and excitement" of playing the long con—enjoying the spoils of the criminal life while secretly gathering intelligence for the "good guys."
This audacious duality culminated in an operation that led to a Hells Angels-ordered murder, forcing him to choose sides permanently and ultimately leading to the convictions of multiple hitmen and the dismantling of the Halifax Hells Angels chapter.
The Cost of the Lie: Transformation Through Conflict
The dual life came at a profound cost, leading to 19 years in Witness Protection (WPP) and a constant bounty on his head from the organized crime world he betrayed. Today, Derry leverages this hard-won wisdom to drive transformation and demand accountability.
Justice Reform and Accountability: Despite being a decorated agent who received a federal pardon for his service, Derry is now a fierce advocate for justice reform. He is actively suing the RCMP and the federal government over abuse he suffered while working as an underage operative (starting at age 15) and outlining the critical failures of the WPP. His primary goal is not financial, but to establish the principle that institutions must be held accountable for misusing and endangering vulnerable individuals.
Derry's transformation is a testament to resilience under duress. He provides deep insights into overcoming immense personal obstacles, from battling throat cancer to managing the mental health impacts of a life of constant threat and deceit. His message explores the journey of accountability and change, demonstrating how the strategic leadership and high-stakes survival skills necessary to run a criminal enterprise can be transferred and applied to legitimate business and non-profit success. His personal redemption story, including his Christian conversion detailed in his book Call Me Barabbas, provides a compelling, raw view of finding grace after a scandalous life.
Paul Derry offers a unique perspective on integrity, influence, and the critical need for systemic reform, drawing on unparalleled experience both outside and inside the law.
Speaking Investment and Engagement Options
The Informant's Edge: Strategic lessons on high-stakes influence, negotiation, and leadership drawn directly from his dual life in the criminal underworld and as an RCMP agent.
Accountability & Reform: In-depth briefings on institutional failure, WPP realities, and the legal fight against government abuse of vulnerable operatives.
Resilience & Transformation: High-impact motivational keynotes on finding purpose, conquering trauma (PTSD), and achieving radical change while living under a Hells Angels threat.
Obscene Reality Multi-Expert Panels: Enhance your event with the uncensored, multi-expert dimension of co-hosts Rob Sidhu and Chris Williams, available for moderated Q&A sessions and comprehensive panel discussions.
Paul Derry is available for Select Keynotes, Fireside Chats, Moderated Q&A, and Specialized Consulting Workshops.
Note on Keynote Address: All keynote engagements require a mandatory security assessment, and final pricing is highly dependent on the location and estimated threat level.
Engagement Type:
Keynote Address: 45-90 Minutes$15,000 – $20,000
Workshops/Seminars Half-Day (3–4 Hours) $7,500 – $10,000
Customized Consulting Full Day (Policy or Training) $4,000 – $5,000
*Travel and expenses are separate. These rates are based on commercial engagements; for non-profit groups, churches, and advocacy groups, please contact us.
Enhanced Engagement Options:
Co-hosts Rob Sidhu and Chris Williams from the Obscene Reality platform are also available to join for moderated Q&A sessions and panel discussions, providing a multi-expert dimension to the event.