November 2021 Dinner Meeting
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IN PERSON EVENT SAFETY
We are pleased to invite you to our November Dinner Meeting as we learn about cyber security. We are pleased to host keynote speaker, Michael Argast CEO of Kobalt.io, as he discusses the risks businesses face with going online, and how to mitigate them.
Since the pandemic small and medium sized businesses have adjusted tremendously to adapt to new markets going online, yet this transition has left many companies vulnerable to attack. After a recent survey of 468 businesses, 72% rated their knowledge of cyber security from average to expert, yet 74% of businesses surveyed have experienced phishing and/or malware issues. So what better way to minimize compromises to your security than with a presentation from a lead in the cyber security industry.
Keynote speaker, Michael Argast, will offer some practical advice and tips on how to safely manage your business online. With over 20 years experience, and having consulted Fortune 500 companies on cyber security, you're in good hands with Michael.
Covering a wide range of cybersecurity risks from ransomware to business email fraud, Michael Argast, CEO of Kobalt.io, will provide detailed advice for business leaders to help ensure they’re properly addressing risk in their organizations. Specific, tactical and strategic advice as well as time for open questions and answers will be provided. Founded in 2019, Kobalt.io serves the security needs of over 150 small and mid sized companies across North America, bringing the right mix of people, process and technology to play.
Michael is the co-founder and CEO of Kobalt Security Inc., a rapidly growing services provider that builds security programs for small and mid-sized business. Kobalt.io works with over 150 technology and startup companies to help ensure the security of their organization and cloud infrastructure, address client requirements and grow their business while enabling them to focus on their core innovation. As an internationally experienced expert leading global teams, Fortune 500 companies in the financial services, healthcare and telecom sectors, government and higher education organizations – have relied on Michael’s counsel, and then grounded their implementation plans on his recommendations.
Dinner Menu
*Open Buffet*
Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce Cancellation Policy as of September 2nd, 2021. If you are unable to attend an event for whatever reason, we will issue a credit to your account.
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Date and Time
Tuesday Nov 16, 2021
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM PST
Tuesday, November 16th , 2021
- Registration 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Buffet 6:10 pm - 7:10 pm
- Presentation & Keynote 7:10 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Cascades Casino Coast Hotel & Convention Centre Ballroom (
Fees/Admission
Members: $40.00
General Admission: $55.00
