KC Game Plan: Cyber Ready Series
Cybersecurity training for small businesses to strengthen digital resilience before Kansas City welcomes the world.
Practical Steps to Cybersecurity for Your Small Business
This beginner-friendly training introduces business owners and operators to the essentials of cybersecurity — what it is, how today’s threats operate, and the practical steps you can take to protect your business.
Designed for both technical and non-technical audiences, the session is organized around five essential functions of a strong cybersecurity program:
Identify • Protect • Detect • Respond • Recover
Participants will learn how to:
- Identify critical business assets and areas of vulnerability
- Implement practical safeguards to reduce cyber risk
- Detect suspicious activity before it escalates
- Develop a simple incident response plan
- Recover quickly and maintain business continuity
The training also addresses the elevated cyber risks that often accompany large international events — including increased phishing attempts, payment fraud, data breaches, and operational disruptions.
No technical background required — just actionable steps to help your business operate confidently and securely as Kansas City steps onto the global stage.
Accessibility & Accommodation Information
KC2026 is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible meetings.
The meeting venue is ADA accessible. If you require accommodations to participate please indicate your request during registration or contact us at bhorton@KansasCityFWC26.com no later than February 27./
Advance notice allows us to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.
Cybersecurity training for small businesses to strengthen digital resilience before Kansas City welcomes the world.
Practical Steps to Cybersecurity for Your Small Business
This beginner-friendly training introduces business owners and operators to the essentials of cybersecurity — what it is, how today’s threats operate, and the practical steps you can take to protect your business.
Designed for both technical and non-technical audiences, the session is organized around five essential functions of a strong cybersecurity program:
Identify • Protect • Detect • Respond • Recover
Participants will learn how to:
- Identify critical business assets and areas of vulnerability
- Implement practical safeguards to reduce cyber risk
- Detect suspicious activity before it escalates
- Develop a simple incident response plan
- Recover quickly and maintain business continuity
The training also addresses the elevated cyber risks that often accompany large international events — including increased phishing attempts, payment fraud, data breaches, and operational disruptions.
No technical background required — just actionable steps to help your business operate confidently and securely as Kansas City steps onto the global stage.
Accessibility & Accommodation Information
KC2026 is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible meetings.
The meeting venue is ADA accessible. If you require accommodations to participate please indicate your request during registration or contact us at bhorton@KansasCityFWC26.com no later than February 27./
Advance notice allows us to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place.
Lineup
John Horn
Michael Melendez
Joy Vann- Hamilton
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- In person
- Doors at 10:30 AM
Location
Bruce R Watkins Cultural Center
3700 Blue Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64130
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