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Don't Run Scared, Run Smart!


ENHANCING SECURITY TO COMBAT FRAUD AND CYBER THREATS


In today's digital age, the threat landscape is constantly evolving, making it imperative for businesses, financial institutions, and individuals to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats and fraudulent activities. Join us for an enlightening panel discussion on "Don't Run Scared, Run Smart: Enhancing Security to Combat Fraud and Cyber Threats," where industry experts will dissect the current trends, challenges, and solutions in the realms of cyber security and fraud prevention.


DETAILS

DATE: October 16, 2024

TIME: 8 to 9:30am, panel to begin at 8:30

LOCATION: ERUCC, Downtown Community Room, 15 W. Church St, Frederick

DETAILS: Coffee and light breakfast provided

PANELISTS

MODERATOR 

Scott Ryser, Founder & CEO, Yakabod

Scott is a passionate leader with a head for business, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a keen strategic vision.  A "startup guy" at heart, Scott's spent over two decades working with a great team to successfully bootstrap Yakabod into a premier niche software provider as Founder & CEO. Scott is also committed to fully integrating his Christian faith into his daily worklife - an adventure highlighted in his first book: At Work as in Heaven.

PANELISTS

Gregory Smith, CISO, Frederick County

Gregory Smith keeps his pulse on today’s changing IT landscape and continues to apply those trends into business practice. He is an internationally recognized IT executive with 30 years of experience managing complex IT and business systems. Mr. Smith currently serves as the CISO for Frederick County Government, an adjunct professor at Georgetown University in Technology Management graduate program, and is and author of multiple books on IT leadership and cybersecurity. 

Chris May, MS CISSP, Security Director, Advantage Technology

As the Security Director at Advantage Technology, Chris May guides business leaders through the intricate landscape of cybersecurity focusing on identifying and addressing vulnerabilities within IT infrastructures, advocating for best practices that not only safeguard against threats but also leverage security as a cornerstone for business growth and opportunity. His career began in the U.S. Navy, working in Nuclear Technology and Security, a foundation that deeply influences my approach to cybersecurity in high-stakes environments.

J.R. Delauter, SVP/Operations & Technology Manager, Woodsboro Bank

J.R. Delauter is the Senior Vice President and Operations & Technology Manager at Woodsboro Bank, with over 25 years of experience. Starting as a teller, he demonstrated commitment and expertise, rising through the ranks to enhance the bank's operational framework. His knowledge in banking and check security has led to improved security protocols and technological advancements, streamlining operations and enhancing customer experience. J.R. is also devoted to Woodsboro and the bank’s history leading various historical preservation and education projects.

MJ Hermes, CIC, Senior Vice President, McGriff

MJ Hermes is a 26-year veteran at McGriff, specializing in large and complex Property and Casualty Insurance risks. He holds a CIC designation and is licensed broker. With a BS in Electrical Engineering from Stanford and an MS from Johns Hopkins, MJ utilizes his engineering background to provide an attention to detail and Problem-Solving Approach that are vital for a complex risk Consultant. His technical background has also proved invaluable when designing appropriate Errors & Omissions and Cyber programs critical to clients in the IT/Technology industry.

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