The Coventry & Warwickshire Cyber Challenge: Protecting Your Business Against Tomorrows Threats

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Thursday, 19 April, 2018 - 08:00 to 10:00

The Coventry & Warwickshire Cyber Challenge: Protecting Your Business Against Tomorrows Threats

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Coventry & Warwickshire Growth Hub

Nobody is exempt from a cyber-attack, so make sure you and your business are one step ahead; outsmart cyber-criminals out to cause havoc by taking action now with this one-off morning workshop – Join our excellent array of guest speakers to learn everything you need to protect your business from cyber attacks.

Cyber security is a growing issue in the UK and overseas and can cause major disruption, stress and hassle for large scale businesses and SME’s alike; but how much do you know about protecting your business from a cyber-attack?

As technology advances so do the ways in which cyber-attacks are carried out, they can often be clever and unexpected but the impact can be devastating and take time to recover from. There’s no need to panic though, with this free event you’ll learn about basic cyber security, data management, how to identify potential threats and more to keep you and your business safe online as well as addressing fraudulent activity.

This session will cover the following topics:

  • What is a cyberattack and why is your business at risk?
  • Easy Steps to protect your business from cyber threats
  • How to set up cloud storage securely
  • Managing your data correctly within the new GDPR framework
  • How to react in the event of an attack and report fraudulent activity

Guest speakers will include:

  • West Midlands Regional Cyber Crime Unit, West Midlands Police
  • Alexeis Garcia-Perez Reader in Cyber Security Management at the Centre for Business in Society of Coventry University
  • Louie Augarde, Senior Security Consultant at OmniCybersecurity
  • Neil Batchelor, ICT Business Adviser at Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce
  • ...And more to be confirmed!

Breakfast and refreshments will be available throughout the duration of the event.

On this occasion this event is free of charge as it is part-funded through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).

Due to the nature of this event, booking is required. You can book a place by following the link to our Eventbrite booking page here or contacting the Coventry & Warwickshire Growth Hub on 0300 060 3747 or contact@cwgrowthhub.co.uk

This event is in collaboration with the CWLEP, Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, Coventry University, FSB, Warwickshire County Council’s Business Watch Team and the West Midlands Police.

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Client testimonials

Without the Growth Hubs help and assistance, we would never have been able to increase our sales & output and also grow our local business. With this help in purchasing new equipment we have expanded our operations and gained a new and increased customer base.

Nuneaton Roof Truss,

Over the past few years, Armstrongs has built up a fantastic relationship with Gary Thyeson from the Growth Hub. His advice on grants and funding has been really valuable to both Armstrongs and some of our clients. His knowledge of local business support has been helpful in signposting us to relevant support agencies as required. We look forward to working with Laura Delahunty moving forwards.

Armstrongs Accountancy LTD,

In the short time since first engaging with the Warwickshire Growth Hub we feel that Laura has understood our vision and has been so very supportive in linking us to the specialist teams who are now supporting us with training, finance and recruitment. A great service that every growing organisation should connect with

MES Systems Limited,

I have had an excellent experience working with Laura from the Growth Hub, from day one, she was taking detailed attention to my concerns and ideas. She was able to put me in contact with different organisations and people to find out answers to my questions and help me to solve some inquiries I was having. I feel this support definitely had a positive impact in my plans. 

 

PALACIOS LTD,

It’s been a fantastic inaugural eight months for the TalentTech Recruitment team and, although the reality of setting up and running a company can be a somewhat daunting experience, we have been extremely grateful for the superb help, advice and guidance given to us along our journey by Gavin Barnett and the team at CW Growth Hub. Gavin’s introductions to both Warwick & Coventry Universities and his wider business network have been absolutely invaluable.

TalentTech Recruitment LTD,

For many individuals out there, it is very hard to figure out ways and know which direction to go when it comes to setting up a business. The challenges of taking your idea and bringing it to life and not knowing where to go and who to speak to for advice. it can get very frustrating..

King of Saffron LTD,

This grant [which we received with the help of the Growth Hub and Coventry City Council] will really help us get on track for business growth and succeed with our vision. Personally, I would also like to thank the team for supporting me through the grant application process. You have been very approachable and attentive throughout.

Exeter Analytical (UK) Limited,

Thank you for the comprehensive and professional guidance

Burbidge & Son Ltd,

Over the years since the Growth Hub was set up we have habitually gone to our Account Manager as a one-stop shop for all business-related information.  It has been a really convenient way of finding suppliers, advisors and, on one occasion, we even asked for assistance with finding customers.  We are invited to a wide range of business events including business development workshops, Brexit roundtable discussions, seminars on various topics and have also been asked to speak at some events.  When we have needed additional information, for example, finding finance sources or help with selecti

Marchantcain Design Limited,

Thanks to CW Growth hub getting us access to grant funding we have been able to invest in the latest computer monitoring system, which will enable us to compete with the national companies within our industry.

Comrie Leisure Limited,

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