Did you know that hackers strike every 39 seconds, with 43% of these attacks targeting small businesses? Small businesses are at a higher risk, and three times more likely to be attacked by cybercriminals than larger companies. Many cyber-attacks can be prevented with the right resources, information, and preparation, enabling businesses to respond and recover effectively in the event of an incident.

That’s why Idaho Department of Finance, Idaho Office of Emergency Management, Idaho Department of Commerce, U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Idaho and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) are partnering together to share tips and lessons to help businesses protect themselves from cyber threats.

The Idaho Small Business Cyber Security Summit is a one-of-a-kind event designed for small businesses seeking innovative solutions to protect their company’s critical infrastructure. This summit offers both in-person and virtual opportunities for business leaders to learn about the latest cyber threat landscape. It also facilitates direct connections with solutions, subject matter experts, and local resources to evaluate industry solutions.

The Idaho Small Business Cybersecurity Summit is set for Thursday, September 26 at the Idaho Response Center (IRC), Chinden Campus Building #8, located at 11331 W. Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714. This free event will equip attendees with resources to prevent and manage cyber-attacks!

The summit offers both morning and afternoon sessions, with in-person and virtual attendance options.

• Morning session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. MT

• Afternoon session: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. MT.

Note: both sessions will cover the same information, so attending one is sufficient.

To register for the in-person event, click here. For virtual attendance registration, use this link for both morning and afternoon sessions.

More details and the event agenda will be posted soon! For questions, please contact: info@commerce.idaho.gov