Easy Steps to Reduce Cyber Risks As a Solopreneur or Small Business Owner

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At the May 12 meeting, Hannah Sydow of Sydow, Inc. will present: "Easy Steps to Reduce Cyber Risks As a Solopreneur or Small Business.”

Presentation Info:

Cybersecurity isn’t just for large organizations—it’s essential for every business, no matter the size.

In this practical session, Hannah Sydow will break down simple, actionable ways to protect your business using proven best practices like the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls.
You’ll learn how to:

• Identify common cyber risks
• Build a strong security foundation
• Take easy steps to protect your data, devices, and network
• Gain confidence as you grow your business

No technical background required—just practical guidance you can start using right away.

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Speaker Bio:

Hannah’s journey into cybersecurity started early—working with computers as a teenager—and evolved through her experience as an EMT serving diverse communities.

Today, she combines her technical expertise and passion for education to help others stay safe online.

She holds a cybersecurity certification from ISC2 and serves on the board of the ISSA Colorado Springs Chapter.

Hannah is also the creator of Cyber101: Protect Your Future, a Meetup group connecting IT professionals and small business owners and works as a Sales/Marketing Account Manager at Sydow Inc., a cybersecurity compliance firm.

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