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Protect Yourself from the Biggest Cyber Threats of 2024! - *Webinar (Live)* PW

Oct
23
2024
Wed, Oct 23 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Online
Facilitated by Mason SBDC
Topic: Cybersecurity

Overview of Live Webinar

Protect Yourself from the Biggest Cyber Threats of 2024!

Attention all small business owners! In 2024, data breaches are at an all-time high, impacting billions of people and causing unprecedented financial and personal damage. Don’t let your business or personal security be compromised by the surge in cybercrime!

What you'll learn:

  • Big Data Breaches of 2024: Discover the major breaches making headlines this year and understand their impact on both individuals and businesses.

  • Protect Yourself: Get actionable tips on safeguarding your identity and finances if you find yourself involved in a data breach.

  • Cybersecurity Best Practices: Learn how to fortify your defenses against bad actors who exploit weak security to steal your data, money, and reputation.

  • Risk Reduction Strategies: Find out what you can do to minimize the chances of falling victim to cybercrime and ensure your company is protected.

  • Action Plan for Breach Notification: Understand the steps to take immediately if you’re notified of a data breach affecting you or your organization.

Why Attend?

Cybersecurity is not just an IT issue; it's a critical aspect of protecting your business and personal assets. This webinar is your chance to get ahead of potential threats and arm yourself with the knowledge to defend against them. Equip yourself with the knowledge to stay safe in an increasingly dangerous digital world.


The webinar will be presented by the following speakers:

Dr. Teresa Piliouras - CEO and Founder, Technical Consulting & Research, Inc., an IT company specializing in AI, cybersecurity, quality management, and data analytics. Dr. Piliouras is a consultant, educator, inventor, and author. She holds a BS from the University of Illinois, an MBA from Iona College, and a PhD from NYU Tandon School of Engineering.

Pui Lam (Raymond) Yu - Executive Vice President Engineering at Technical Consulting & Research Inc., has over 20 years of industry experience in Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, and Systems Engineering. He received his BEEE and MSEE from Stevens Institute of Technology and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, respectively, and his MSCS from New York University Tandon School of Engineering.

Klimentiy Kim - Cybersecurity Analyst Intern at Technical Consulting & Research Inc. He received his BS in Computer Science from City University of New York - College of Staten Island. His professional experience is in Information Technology services, manufacturing, and commerce. He is pursuing a career in Cybersecurity.


Sponsor(s) & Partner(s): Prince William County Department of Economic Development and Tourism & Prince William Chamber of Commerce

Cancellation Policy: Contact us earlier than OR 72 hours (3 days) prior to event. Kindly email – help@masonsbdc.org (preferred) or call 703-261-4105 to notify the team.

Special Instruction: This live webinar will be offered on the Zoom platform. You will receive a Zoom inivitation link after the registration.


Fee: No Cost

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