Knowledge Exchange Workshop: Cyber Security Basics for Small Businesses

Name: Knowledge Exchange Workshop: Cyber Security Basics for Small Businesses
Start: 2025-12-11T10:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-12-11T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Greene County Chamber of Commerce

Schedule

Thu Dec 11 2025 at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Greene County Chamber of Commerce | Catskill, NY

Think your business is too small to be a target? Think again. Cyberattacks on small businesses are more common than ever — and the consequences can be costly. This Knowledge Exchange Workshop will walk you through the essentials of protecting your business from fraud, data loss, and online threats with practical, easy-to-implement strategies.
🌟 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why small businesses are prime targets and today’s most common threats
✅ Simple protections: strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, software updates, and secure Wi-Fi
✅ Email & payment security: how to spot phishing attempts and prevent invoice/payment fraud
✅ Backups & data protection: affordable tools and habits to safeguard your business and customer data
✅ What to do if hacked: a straightforward, step-by-step response plan
Meet Your Expert:
Led by Nick Frantjeskos, Assistant Vice President at the Bank of Greene County, specializing in Financial Crimes and Fraud. Nick holds a master’s degree in Economic Crime and Fraud Management from Utica College and is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS). With 15 years of experience, he brings deep expertise in protecting financial institutions and their customers from fraud and economic crime.
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Greene County Chamber of Commerce, 432 Main Street, Catskill
Coffee & Pastries Provided
FREE for Members | $25 for Non-Members
Space is limited — RSVP by 12/9