Know a dodgy link from a legit one? Ever received a weird email from a so-called client or colleague? Got a cyber incident response plan ready?
If jargon like BEC, phishing and VPN leaves you scratching your head or you just feel downright overwhelmed, then Kochie’s Business Builders is here to help. Join us for A Small Business Guide To: Cyber Security Essentials, a free online masterclass where we’ll unpack the must-knows around everyday cyber safety for any small business.
Kochie’s Business Builders editor Cec Busby will be joined by Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) CEO Luke Achterstraat, who spearheads the Cyber Wardens digital safety program; and BizCover’s Head of Product, Channels & Risk Jane Mason, who helps protect businesses with cyber insurance.
This 45-minute session will help you:
– Proactively manage your risk better
– Reduce the chance of human error and business loss
– Understand what to do when, and who can help
This masterclass is supported by BizCover. BizCover is Australia’s number one online business insurance service trusted by more than 200,000 small business customers. Switch and save at bizcover.com.au.
Cec Busby, Editor, Kochie’s Business Builders
Cec Busby is an accomplished journalist and content creator with over 20 years of experience. She is the editor of Pinstripe Media’s flagship small business websites, Kochie’s Business Builders and Flying Solo. She is the co-host of the First Act podcast, which chronicles the origin stories of Australia’s most impressive entrepreneurs and innovators and the host of Flying Solo, the podcast for soloists and micro business owners. She was the founding editor of Sydney street press magazine, The Brag, and has served as editor on a diverse range of titles across the news, lifestyle, music and arts sector. She has a passion for all things tech and was the series producer of the long-running game and gadget show, Cybershack. She has been named among Out 100’s most influential people and has been nominated for her journalism in the news and LGBTQI space.
Jane Mason, Head of Product, Channels & Risk, BizCover
Jane Mason is Head of Product, Channels & Risk at BizCover. With over 200,000 customers protected through its platform, BizCover is Australia’s largest online business insurance service. SMEs can easily compare quotes for multiple insurance products and buy online in minutes, helping them to save time and money when buying their business insurance.
Luke Achterstraat, CEO, COSBOA
Luke Achterstraat has over a decade in policy, advocacy, and government leadership. This year he took the lead at COSBOA following success as NSW’s Executive Director of the Property Council and inaugural Chair for the NSW Expert Housing Advisory Panel. A trusted advisor to federal ministers and a voice in parliamentary inquiries, Luke’s contributions span both state and federal platforms. Co-founder of Commtract, his passion for small businesses isn’t just professional, it’s personal – inspired by his grandfather, a Dutch immigrant who set up shop in Australia in 1951. Luke sees the huge impact small business has on our communities and livelihood cornerstones.