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SUMMARY:Free Scam & Cyber Security Event for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Scam and Cyber Security Awareness Training\n\n  Crucial for Small Business Owners\, Private Sector and Not for Profit Management \n\n\n	\n		\n			 \n			\n			\n				\n					\n						\n\n						Participate in a complimentary online seminar by applying the coupon code IWANTTOLEARN. There will be no marketing of software\, hardware\, or services. I will present straightforward solutions that you can apply to your organization to reduce the risk of being scammed and hacked. These methods are based on eight cases I investigated in Ottawa\, leading to losses over $2 million in 2023. Please note\, a maximum of two members per organization is allowed due to limited space and time. Google reviews from prior sessions are available for those seeking feedback on the outcomes.\n\n						\n\n						In 2023\, numerous businesses in Ottawa and Kanata were harshly reminded of the constant threat posed by cyber scams and attacks. Despite their confidence in their security measures\, they became targets of hackers and incurred substantial financial damages\, each losing over $100\,000.\n\n						\n\n						These small to medium-sized businesses were not faceless entities\; they were genuine people\, real businesses\, struggling with the consequences of scams and cyberattacks. Many believed they were too insignificant to be targeted\, or they presumed their IT personnel were safeguarding them.\n\n						\n\n						Attend a practical training session designed specifically for small businesses. We'll bypass the generic advice and focus on real-world scenarios\, demonstrating that even the most cautious can fall prey to security threats.\n\n						Here's what you can expect to learn:\n						\n							The latest tactics used by scammers and hackers to infiltrate businesses.\n							Common misconceptions that leave your business vulnerable\n							Practical and no-cost strategies and business procedures to fortify your defenses and safeguard your assets. \n						\n						To secure your complimentary seat\, just apply the coupon code IWANTTOLEARN during the reservation process.\n\n						\n							11am est Thursday July 25\n							12pm est Tuesday September 10\n							2pm est Thursday September 12\n						\n						Spread the word and share this invitation with your fellow small business owners\, managers\, and executives. Let's unite to empower our community to stay proactive against cyber threats.\n\n						Register 100% Off with Coupon Code IWANTTOLEARN:\n\n						https://go.thryv.com/site/KozaITCyberSecurity/online-scheduling?event=hy29qf02wck2t3lj
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<div style="text-align:center"><span style="color:#282D38"><span style="font-size:21.0pt">Scam and Cyber Security Awareness Training</span></span><br />\n&nbsp\; <strong><span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Crucial for Small Business Owners\, Private Sector and Not for Profit Management</span></span></strong>&nbsp\;</div>\n\n<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="background:white\; border-collapse:collapse\; width:100.0%">\n	<tbody>\n		<tr>\n			<td>&nbsp\;</td>\n			<td>\n			<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="border-collapse:collapse\; width:100.0%">\n				<tbody>\n					<tr>\n						<td style="width:82.0%"><br />\n						<span style="color:rgb(68\, 68\, 68)\; font-family:raleway\,sans-serif\; font-size:16px">Participate in a complimentary online seminar by applying the coupon code IWANTTOLEARN. There will be no marketing of software\, hardware\, or services. I will present straightforward solutions that you can apply to your organization to reduce the risk of being scammed and hacked. These methods are based on eight cases I investigated in Ottawa\, leading to losses over $2 million in 2023. Please note\, a maximum of two members per organization is allowed due to limited space and time. Google reviews from prior sessions are available for those seeking feedback on the outcomes.</span><br />\n						<br />\n						<span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">In 2023\, numerous businesses in Ottawa and Kanata were harshly reminded of the constant threat posed by cyber scams and attacks. Despite their confidence in their security measures\, they became targets of hackers and incurred substantial financial damages\, each losing over $100\,000.</span></span><br />\n						<br />\n						<span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">These small to medium-sized businesses were not faceless entities\; they were genuine people\, real businesses\, struggling with the consequences of scams and cyberattacks. Many believed they were too insignificant to be targeted\, or they presumed their IT personnel were safeguarding them.</span></span><br />\n						<br />\n						<span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Attend a practical training session designed specifically for small businesses. We&#39\;ll bypass the generic advice and focus on real-world scenarios\, demonstrating that even the most cautious can fall prey to security threats.</span></span><br />\n						<span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Here&#39\;s what you can expect to learn:</span></span>\n						<ul>\n							<li><span style="color:#333333"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">The latest tactics used by scammers and hackers to infiltrate businesses.</span></span></li>\n							<li><span style="color:#333333"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Common misconceptions that leave your business vulnerable</span></span></li>\n							<li><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Practical and no-cost strategies and business procedures to fortify your defenses and safeguard your assets</span></span><span style="font-size:11.5pt">.&nbsp\;</span></li>\n						</ul>\n						<span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">To secure your complimentary seat\, just apply the coupon code </span></span><span style="color:blue"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">IWANTTOLEARN </span></span><span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">during the reservation process.</span></span>\n\n						<ul>\n							<li><span style="font-size:11.5pt">11am est Thursday July 25</span></li>\n							<li><span style="font-size:11.5pt">12pm est Tuesday September 10</span></li>\n							<li><span style="font-size:11.5pt">2pm est Thursday September 12</span></li>\n						</ul>\n						<span style="font-size:11.5pt"><span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Spread the word and share this invitation with your fellow small business owners\, managers\, and executives. Let&#39\;s unite to empower our community to stay proactive against cyber threats.</span></span></span>\n\n						<div style="text-align:center"><span style="color:#5A6378"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Register <strong>100% Off</strong> with&nbsp\;Coupon Code&nbsp\;<strong>IWANTTOLEARN:</strong></span></span><br />\n						<a href="https://go.thryv.com/site/KozaITCyberSecurity/online-scheduling?event=hy29qf02wck2t3lj" id="invitation_link" style="color: rgb(59\, 130\, 255)\; text-decoration-line: none\; font-family: &quot\;Open Sans&quot\;\, san-serif\, arial\; font-size: 14px\; background-color: rgb(252\, 253\, 253)\; margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px !important\;" target="_blank">https://go.thryv.com/site/KozaITCyberSecurity/online-scheduling?event=hy29qf02wck2t3lj</a></div>\n						</td>\n					</tr>\n				</tbody>\n			</table>\n			</td>\n		</tr>\n	</tbody>\n</table>\n
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URL:https://business.ottawabot.ca/events/details/free-scam-cyber-security-event-for-small-business-owners-09-12-2024-4324
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