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Cybersecurity Risk Management for Small Businesses

People from all over the world are trying to get into business information system to steal valuable information or lock up your data for a ransom.  They may be attempting to download protected health information for fraudulent purposes, steal money or even extort money from you.  Are you prepared to deal with them?

Earlier this year Symantec reported 34% of targeted attacks hit companies with fewer than 250 employees.  Businesses are finding their best security training efforts and technical controls still result in staff and owners opening 10% of phishing messages.  Have we come to accept the idea that it is a question of when your business will be breached, not if?

Come find out what the primary risks and liabilities are for your business if your system is breached, solid strategies for reducing your exposure, and methods to create a security awareness culture.

Presented by:

·         Emory Simmons, CISSP, President, CMIT Solutions of South Charlotte

·         Eric Bass, Attorney and Manager, Bass, Dunklin, McCullough & Smith, PLLC

·         Kit M. Foreman, SPHR, MBA, Principal, Strategic Performance Solutions, Human Capital Management

BIOs

Emory Simmons, CISSP, President, CMIT Solutions of South Charlotte www.CMITCharlotte.com

Emory Simmons is passionate about helping businesses securely and efficiently operate their information systems.  Emory founded CMIT Solutions of South Charlotte in 2008 to help clients improve productivity, protect their data, and defend their networks.  Today CMIT Solutions of South Charlotte’s expert information technology professionals provide clients in healthcare, engineering, professional services, construction, and distribution with secure information technology services. 

Emory holds the Computer Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, is a member of Infragard, a member of the Privacy and Security Officials Working Group of the NC Health Information and Communications Association (NCHICA), and is active in several Charlotte area business groups.  Emory is a past President and current Board member of the Matthews Chamber of Commerce. 

Eric Bass Attorney and Manager, Bass, Dunklin, McCullough & Smith, PLLC www.BassDunklin.com

Eric is a business attorney that has spent his career focused on the legal needs of businesses and their owners.  Having an extensive business background, Eric frequently advises professional service firms on matters concerning business operations, security, employment and transitions of ownership.

Eric obtained his JD from Wake Forest University and his MBA from Queens University in Charlotte.  He has been practicing law in the Charlotte area for over 13 years, is licensed to practice in both North Carolina and South Carolina and has obtained the highest peer-reviewed attorney rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Kit M. Foreman, SPHR, MBA, Principal, Strategic Performance Solutions, Human Capital Management www.spshcm.com

With a special interest and knowledge in the management of healthcare practices, Kit M. Foreman leverages over 20 years of Human Resources Management experience to guide owners of growing businesses to achieve greater success through their human capital.

Kit holds a Master’s Degree in Business, the Strategic Certification from the Society of Human Resources Management and has held leadership roles in both public and private sector organizations. She is a returning guest lecturer at the Ohio State University College of Dentistry on the subjects of Performance and Risk Management in Your Practice.

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Link to Vehicle Registration Form

The email confirmation you’ll receive will also include a link to the Vehicle Registration form. This will allow for you to have already completed the parking pass information thus expediting the check-in process.