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PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS WITH NO-COST CYBERSECURITY WEBINARS
EDC Small Business Development Center is pleased to offer a series of NO-COSTcybersecurity webinars designed to help businesses and individuals strengthen their cyber awareness and security practices. Whether you’re a business owner, professional or simply interested in protecting yourself online, these webinars provide valuable guidance on a variety of cybersecurity topics for all experience levels.
- Attend one session or all
- All sessions are practical and beginner-friendly
NO-COST CyberSecurity Workshops
Passkeys – what are they and how do they work?
October 1 @ 1:00 pm
Still relying on passwords and clunky SMS codes? Up your security game in under 30 minutes. Join us to learn what Passkeys are, why they make traditional MFA obsolete, and how to set them up for your QuickBooks Online and Google accounts—step-by-step.
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Criteria for Hiring an IT Managed Service Provider
October 6 @ 9:00 am
For many small businesses, deciding whether to hire an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) can be challenging. This webinar will help small business owners understand when they may need IT support, what to look for in an MSP, and how to choose a provider that fits their needs and budget. We’ll cover key questions to ask, vendor policies and why they matter, and ways to work effectively with an existing IT provider. We’ll also share free and low-cost resources to help small businesses strengthen cybersecurity, whether they manage IT themselves or already have internal or outside IT support. You’ll leave with practical criteria and resources to make informed decisions about your business’s technology and cybersecurity.
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Safe Tech, Safe Business: Evaluating Online Tools & AI for Privacy
October 22 @ 1:00 pm
Protecting your customers’ privacy doesn’t require a dedicated IT department. Join us to learn how to evaluate new cloud software and AI options with confidence. We’ll cover the key red flags to look for, how to tell if an app uses your private data to train its models, and how to pick secure tools that protect your reputation.
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A Data Privacy Comparison: Google vs Microsoft
October 29 @ 1:00 pm
Are you team Google Workspace or team Microsoft 365? While both platforms keep your business running, their data privacy rules, AI safeguards, and basic-tier settings aren’t identical. Join us as we break down real research on how each tech giant protects your client info, handles your file permissions, and manages data security—so you can choose the right platform with total peace of mind.
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Microbusinesses & Quantum: How to Start Preparing
November 4 @ 9:00 am
Quantum computing sounds like science fiction, but its impact on everyday security is coming fast—and you don’t need an IT department or a big budget to get ahead of it. In this plain-English session, we’ll demystify what quantum computing actually is, why its ability to break traditional encryption matters for small teams, and how you can prepare using a lean, cloud-based setup. You’ll walk away with actionable steps you can take today—from leveraging your cloud providers’ built-in security updates to auditing your software vendors, cleaning up old accounts, and tightening basic access controls—ensuring your small business and client data stay fully protected for the future.
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Systems Monitoring – What Is It and How Will It Work for Me?
November 13 @ 9:00 am
Systems monitoring doesn’t require a full-time IT department, but understanding what’s protecting your business is crucial. In this practical, jargon-free session, we’ll demystify what monitoring actually means for small business owners and compare what you can handle yourself versus what’s best left to a Managed Service Provider (MSP). We’ll cover the essential layers every lean business needs—including everyday computer monitoring, vulnerability scanning, pen testing, website and domain tracking, and email protections like stopping unauthorized forwarding rules. You’ll walk away with a clear blueprint to spot your security blind spots, evaluate your current setup, and decide the most cost-effective path to keep your business running smoothly and securely.
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Biggest Mistakes Part 1: What to Do if You Click
November 12 @ 9:00 am
It happens to the best of us: you’re rushing through emails, click a link, and immediately realize something isn’t right. Panicking won’t help, but taking fast, simple actions will. In this practical, judgment-free session, we’ll walk through the exact step-by-step checklist to follow the second you suspect a bad click. You’ll learn how to safely disconnect your device, isolate potential malware, change critical credentials, and alert your team—turning a moment of panic into a quick, controlled response that stops a minor mistake from becoming a major breach.
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Biggest Mistakes Part 2: Incident Response
December 3 @ 10:30 am
When a cyber incident hits your small business, every minute counts, but you don’t need a massive IT budget or complex playbooks to handle it effectively. This session breaks down incident response into a straightforward, plain-English roadmap built specifically for lean teams. We’ll cover how to quickly assess what was impacted, contain the damage, restore your files safely from backups, and communicate clearly with your clients and partners. You’ll walk away with a simple, practical action plan you can keep on your desk so you’re always prepared for the unexpected.
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Biggest Mistakes Part 3: Account Takeover
December 10 @ 10:30 am
An attacker getting the keys to your business email, cloud storage, or financial accounts is one of the most stressful threats a small business owner can face. In this final installment, we’ll unpack how account takeovers happen and, more importantly, how to reclaim control fast. Learn how to spot the early warning signs—like missing emails or weird login alerts—and follow a clear, step-by-step recovery process to kick hackers out, revoke compromised access, and lock down your core business accounts so it never happens again.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 1 Antivirus vs. Endpoint Protection Explained
January 13 @ 9:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Understand the difference between traditional antivirus and modern endpoint protection—and what level of protection small businesses actually need.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 2 Gmail & Google Suite
January 14 @ 10:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Learn how to secure email, files, and collaboration tools, and reduce the risk of phishing, account takeover, and data loss.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 3 Tablets & Phones
January 26 @ 9:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Explore the risks posed by mobile devices and simple steps to protect business data on smartphones and tablets.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 4 AI Guardrails
February 3 @ 11:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Understand how employees are using AI tools, what risks they introduce, and how to set safe, practical boundaries.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 5 Website & Social Media
February 17 @ 9:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Learn how websites and social media accounts are compromised and how to protect your brand, reputation, and customers.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 6 Working from Home
February 24 @ 11:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Identify common home-office security gaps and best practices for protecting remote workers and business systems.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 7 Windows Operating System Settings
March 3 @ 11:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Review critical Windows security settings that are often overlooked but can significantly reduce risk.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 8 Mac Operating System Settings
March 16 @ 9:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Review critical Mac security settings that are often overlooked but can significantly reduce risk.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 9 Password Management – Low, Med & High Tech
March 23 @ 9:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: Compare password strategies and tools to find the right balance of security and usability for your business.
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Secure Your Small Business Series: Part 10 How Password Managers Provide Convenience & Control
March 31 @ 9:00 am
The Secure Your Small Business webinar series is designed to give small business owners, managers, and key staff a plain-language, real-world understanding of today’s most common cybersecurity risks and the practical steps they can take to reduce them. Each session focuses on a specific area of everyday business technology, breaking down what matters most, what doesn’t, and how to make smart, affordable security decisions. Today’s session: We’re going to demonstrate the convenient features of a password manager that give you more control over your small business.
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Secure Your Small Accounting Business: Understanding the WISP (Written Information Security Plan) for Tax Preparers
April 7 @ 11:00 am
The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) and the FTC Safeguards Rule require tax and accounting professionals of all sizes to protect customer data by implementing and maintaining a written, accessible Written Information Security Program (WISP). This webinar explains the required elements of a compliant WISP, including designating a qualified individual, assessing risks, implementing safeguards and policies, managing service providers, using multi-factor authentication, and continuously evaluating and updating the program.
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Meet The Presenters
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