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Mattioli ArenaLeicester, United Kingdom
 
 

Fortifying Your Business: AI and Cyber Security Strategies for Leading SMEs

By Leicester Business Festival (other events)

Wednesday, November 6 2024 9:30 AM 1:30 PM BST
 
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Join us at the Leicester Business Festival for an exclusive event where top experts from the East Midlands Cyber Security Cluster, the East Midlands Cyber Resilience Centre (EMCRC), Better-IT, AI Security Specialists, Leicestershire Police, and a leading insurance company come together to deliver a powerful session on securing your digital world.

This event is designed to equip SMEs with 20+ employees in the East Midlands with the latest in practical and advanced cyber security measures. The focus is on actionable insights and hands-on experiences that you can immediately apply to protect your business from the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Layered Security: Explore cutting-edge security solutions that go beyond traditional antivirus software.
  • Live Demonstrations: Gain practical knowledge as experts from EMCSC, EMCRC, Leicestershire Police, Better-IT and our insurance partner showcase best practices in cyber security, tailored for SMEs. Learn about the resources available to you and see real-world examples of how to secure your business.
  • Interactive Escape Room Challenge: Put your cyber awareness to the test in a thrilling, hands-on scenario that challenges your ability to identify and respond to security threats.
  • Specialised Workshops: Engage in focused, expert-led sessions on crucial topics:
  • Dark Web Awareness: Learn what the dark web is and how to monitor it for potential threats to your business.
  • Phishing Simulations: Understand how to spot and mitigate phishing attacks that target your employees.
  • Microsoft 365 Security: Discover essential security practices within Microsoft 365, from basics to advanced options.
  • Cyber Insurance: Get the facts on what you need to know to protect your business through cyber insurance.
  • Cyber Essentials/Cyber Essentials Plus: Find out what it takes to achieve these important certifications and why they matter.
  • Comprehensive Layered Security: Understand why a multi-layered approach to security is essential in today’s threat environmen

Enjoy a free lunch during the event, where you’ll be treated to an inspirational talk by Rob Paternostro, the highly respected head coach of the Leicester Riders basketball team. Rob will share his insights on teamwork and leadership, drawing from his successful career in professional sports. Learn how the principles of effective teamwork and strong leadership can be applied to your business to drive success and resilience.

This event is tailored for decision-makers and IT professionals in SMEs across the East Midlands with 20+ employees. We particularly welcome Managing Directors, Chief Finance Officers, Chief Technology Officers, Heads of IT, and IT staff who are looking to strengthen their company’s cyber resilience.

Why Attend?

  • Invaluable Insights: Gain actionable tips and strategies from leading experts in cyber security.
  • Interactive and Engaging: Participate in live demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and an interactive escape room challenge.
  • Practical Application: Leave with practical knowledge and tools that you can immediately implement to safeguard your business.
  • Inspirational Talk: Gain new perspectives on teamwork and leadership from Rob Paternostro during a free lunch.
  • Networking: Connect with peers, industry leaders, and cyber security specialists to share experiences and solutions.
  • This is a must-attend event for any SME in the East Midlands serious about protecting their digital assets and ensuring business continuity in an increasingly digital world. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your business against cyber threats while gaining valuable leadership insights from a sports industry icon!
  • AI and the New Threat Landscape: As AI evolves, so do the threats it can pose. Learn how cybercriminals use AI to launch more sophisticated attacks and discover the security measures you need to protect your business.

 

Mailing Address

Friars Mill, Bath Lane, Leicester. LE3 5BJ