
Made to Grow: Cybersecurity for Small Business
Businesses join us for a free virtual workshop to learn more about the resources available to help you to protect your company against cyber-attacks. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) will be on hand to provide information to help organizations build and maintain a robust and resilient cyber framework. Instructors will present an extensive selection of free cybersecurity services and tools provided by the private and public sector to help organizations further advance their security capabilities.
Start protecting your small business by:
- Learning about cybersecurity best practices
- Understanding common threats
- Dedicating resources to improve your cybersecurity
Registration is required prior to the event. All SBA programs and services are offered on a non-discriminatory basis.
Cyber Security - Lessons From the Criminal Underground
Learn how to prevent and protect from data loss and data leakage resulting from cyber threats. At the end of the course, participants will have multiple, actionable steps to both recognize attacks as well as new behaviors that will thwart attacks.
Copy of the recording and materials will be sent to all attendees.
Stocked & Steady: Supply Chain Tips for Small Businesses
Supply chain disruptions can hit small businesses hard—but with the right strategy, you can stay stocked, steady, and ready for anything.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to protect your product-based business from unexpected delays, shortages, and supplier issues by building a more flexible and diversified supply chain.
- What a supply chain is—and why it matters for your business
- Common causes of supply chain interruptions (and how to spot them)
- How supply chain diversification can reduce risk and increase resilience
- Real-world examples of small businesses that adapted and thrived
- Practical strategies to map your supply chain and identify vulnerabilities
- Tools and templates to help you get started right away
Small Business Emergency Preparedness
WOULD YOUR BUSINESS SURVIVE IF…
- The road to your business closes as result of construction or bad weather?
- A key supplier/customer goes out of business?
- A key employee gets sick for an extended period of time?
WHY PREPARE?
From workplace disruptions to natural and man-made disasters, as a small business owner, you should be ready for anything. Unexpected events can quickly interrupt your business putting you and your employees at risk. If you are not prepared, your business could shut down forever. This session discusses those areas critical to protecting your business, employees, and the community, as well as resources to develop your own business continuity plan.
Simple Cyber Habits for Solo Businesses
Protect your digital life! With so many cyber threats flooding social media feeds, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
This session offers simple, actionable cybersecurity habits perfect for solo business owners juggling multiple roles. From securing your smartphone to protecting your online accounts and using free tools, you’ll learn how to keep your business safe on a shoestring budget.
Hurricane Season Resiliency Roundtable
The FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau will host a public roundtable to promote resiliency during hurricane season by focusing on collaboration between communications service providers, electric utilities, and emergency management officials.
Related Material
- June 10, 2025 - News Release
FCC Announces Hurricane Season Resiliency Roundtable - June 10, 2025 - Public Notice
FCC Announces Hurricane Season Resiliency Roundtable
Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Business Owners
This online training covers the cyber security fundamentals that all small business owners should understand and act on. The purpose of the presentation is to address the common risk points that make most small businesses susceptible to a cyber-attack or data breach.
• Understand the risks for small businesses (they are the # 1 target), Identify weak points in your system and management policies, learn best practices, preparation & response tactics, and available resources to help prepare and protect your business.
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday, June 16th 2025
Cybersecurity for Small Businesses - Regulations and Assistance Available
Experts from CISA and Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute will discuss regulations and resources available to small businesses in Oklahoma.
Calvin Harley, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) will discuss cybersecurity regulations and David Keely, Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute- University of Tulsa, will share resources available at no charge to small businesses in Oklahoma. SBA will also provide program information and resources to assist your small business.
Phishing, Smishing, and Vishing: Recognizing and Preventing Social Engineering Attacks
Cybercriminals are becoming smarter—and more targeted. This webinar dives into social engineering attacks, including....
- phishing (email)
- smishing (text)
- vishing (voice)
You’ll discover how these tactics work, why they’re effective, and how to spot the warning signs before damage is done.
We’ll share real-world examples, practical prevention strategies, and actionable tips to help individuals and small businesses stay secure.
Speaker: Quiana Gainey, Virginia SBDC Cyber Industry Expert
Cyber Hygiene 101 Webinar
Keeping your data safe should be a top priority. With cyberattacks occurring every 11 seconds, every possible entry point must be secure. This session will identify the latest cyber threats and discuss what cyber policies you can implement today to build a solid cyber defense.
After signing up for this event, you will receive a confirmation email. In the email will be instructions to register via Zoom, when this step is completed, you will receive the login information.