Events

Managing a business is more than managing an information technology department, but the threat of a cyberattack is both real and increasing. This webinar is intended for business leaders who recognize the risks posed by cybercriminals targeting small and medium enterprises, often exploiting outdated defenses or limited resources. The repercussions of a security breach can be severe, including operational disruptions, financial losses, and reputational damage.

But the positive news is that effective cybersecurity measures are attainable!

Join us for this IT SCC webinar, where cybersecurity experts from across the IT Sector will demystify complexities and offer a strategic approach to enhancing your organization’s security posture. Attendees will gain knowledge to transition from vulnerability to vigilance by improving their understanding of security frameworks and emerging threat trends. The session will feature a panel discussion with distinguished industry and government leaders.

Participants are encouraged to engage through questions. Please utilize the Q&A section to submit inquiries as they arise, or select the "raise hand" feature to be unmuted and ask your question directly.

**Please note that this event may be rescheduled should a lapse in government funding occur. Registered participants will be notified of any changes in the date and time** 

This essential webinar will guide you through the complex strategic and legal challenges facing employee-owned businesses today. Learn to master critical areas, including effective Intellectual Property (IP) documentation tied to business management and navigating the IP concerns of owner-employees. We will also provide crucial strategies for integrating new hires, mitigating Artificial Intelligence (AI) risks, and balancing the demands of scaleability versus saleability to ensure your company maintains its competitive advantage.

Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue—it’s a business survival issue. This webinar introduces the core cybersecurity risks impacting small businesses in 2026 and what owners can do today to protect their operations.

Key topics include:

1. Common cyber-attacks affecting small businesses
2. Financial and operational impacts of cyber incidents
3. Data protection and privacy basics
4. Managing vendor and partner risk
5. Simple cybersecurity best practices that work

Designed for non-technical audiences, this session emphasizes clarity, confidence, and practical next steps.

Project Spectrum is a U.S. Department of War (DoW) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) initiative that provides a free, online cybersecurity education + readiness platform—aimed mainly at small and mid-sized businesses in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)

This webinar will showcase Project Spectrum’s impact and provide a vision for the future.

You will learn:

• What are the cybersecurity expectations for DoW contractors
• Use training, tools, and practical resources to help you build “cyber hygiene” and get ready for compliance expectations.
• Use self-assessments / risk assessments so you can see where you stand and what gaps to fix
• Prepare for CMMC-related requirements (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)

Explore advanced cybersecurity tactics to strengthen your business against ever-evolving threats. In this no-fee webinar, we will guide you beyond the Cybersecurity Basics trainings into a deeper exploration of essential topics for building cyber resilience.

Join us for this webinar hosted by the NorCal Small Business Development Center. Zack Barton will lead a discussion with renowned cybersecurity specialist, Jacob Blacksten, to highlight the importance of password management, multi-factor authentication, emergency response plans, and staff training within today's digital space.