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Kansas SBDC April 5, 2018 Leave a Comment

Kansas SBDC Cybersecurity Forum [press release]

Kansas SBDC to present Cyber Security Forum

More than 25 cybersecurity experts scheduled to speak on April 25 in Manhattan

TOPEKA, Kansas – The Kansas Small Business Development Center (Kansas SBDC) Cyber Security Center for Small Business in coordination with the Kansas SBDC at Washburn University has announced a cyber security forum scheduled for April 25, 2018, in Manhattan, Kansas.

Twenty-five cyber security experts from a variety of Kansas industries as well as Kansas State University, Washburn University, and the University of Kansas will join Kansas SBDC team members to deliver a one-day event for business owners and managers, human resource professionals, as well as individuals handling confidential or sensitive information in their businesses including attorneys, accountants, and realtors.

“The Kansas SBDC is working to improve the digital footprint of all small businesses,” said Brian Dennis, Kansas SBDC Cyber Security Center for Small Business. “Events like the Cyber Security Forum will allow business owners the opportunities to better understand what steps can be taken to make real changes.”

Small businesses are increasingly targets of cyber attacks. Many will not recover from a successful attack.

20% of small to mid-sized organizations (SMBs) that experienced a successful ransomware infiltration had to cease business operations immediately, and 12% lost revenue (State of Ransomware, Malwarebytes and Osterman Research).

57% of SMBs experienced nine or more hours of downtime from a successful ransomware infiltration. Some organizations were down for more than 100 hours because of the infection (State of Ransomware, Malwarebytes and Osterman Research).

7 in 10 customers would consider leaving a business (e.g., their financial institution, healthcare provider) if it were hit by ransomware (Carbon Black 2017 Ransom Aware survey).

Detailed information about the presentations and speakers, including links to speakers’ bios is available at: https://www.kansassbdc.net/kansas-sbdc-cybersecurity-forum-manhattan/

About Kansas SBDC Cyber Security Center for Small Business

The Kansas SBDC Cyber Security Center for Small Business is a statewide advising, consulting, and training service focused on reducing the risk of cyber-attack on small business. Funding allows the Cyber Security Center to provide advising and training (i.e. risk assessments, NIST standards, benchmarking) to businesses across the state at low or no cost. The Cybersecurity Center is hosted by the University of Kansas in partnership with the Kansas SBDC.

About Kansas SBDC

The Kansas SBDC is a statewide advising, consulting, and training service for small business (typically less than 500 employees) funded by federal, state, and local partners. Funding allows the Kansas SBDC to provide advising and training (i.e. financial analysis, marketing, management) to businesses across the state at low or no cost. Kansas SBDC is an accredited member of America’s SBDC, the most comprehensive small business assistance network in the United States.

To learn more, visit https://www.kansassbdc.net or call 877-625-7232.

For more information on the Kansas SBDC, contact Greg Pabichello, 785-296-6514, panichello@ksbdc.net

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Kansas SBDC July 29, 2014 Leave a Comment

Regulatory Fairness Forum for Small Business

Regulatory Fairness Forum for Small Business
Wednesday, August 13, 2014 | Wichita, Kansas

A forum for small business owners to discuss federal regulations, compliance audits, regulatory fines, and enforcement actions impacting small businesses.
This Small Business Forum will facilitate a dialogue on federal regulatory issues impacting small businesses and highlight resources available to small business owners from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the SBA’s Office of the National Ombudsman.

WHO: National Ombudsman Brian Castro will host a conversation with Wichita area small business owners, and other representatives of the small business community.

WHAT: The National Ombudsman holds Regulatory Fairness roundtables and forums across the country to give small business owners a means to comment on unfair enforcement actions, government audits, and excessive fines or regulations. The Ombudsman directs specific issues raised by participants to the appropriate federal agency for a high-level fairness review, and works across government to address those concerns, reduce regulatory burdens, and help small businesses grow.

WHEN: Wednesday, August 13, 2014
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Kansas Leadership Center
325 E Douglas Avenue
Wichita, KS 67202

All members of the small business community, trade organizations, chambers of commerce, and media are invited to attend. Those wishing to report a federal regulatory concern confidentially will have the opportunity to do so privately at the forum.

RSVP (encouraged but not required) to Michael Aumack at 316-269-6275 or by email to michael.aumack@sba.gov by Friday, August 1, 2014.

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SBA’s programs and services are provided to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least 1 week in advance. Contact: Ms. Keshia Ezerendu, Tele: 316-712-4961,
Email: kezerendu@kansasleadershipcenter.org

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Kansas SBDC April 10, 2014 Leave a Comment

Dealing with Government Contracting Officials

What Can You Really Say and Do?

Interactions with federal Contracting Officers are part and parcel of government contracting, but many traps exist for the unwary. “Dealing with Government Contracting Officials” covers the “do’s” and “don’ts” of dealing with Contracting Officers, including proposal discussions and negotiations, change orders and directives, ethical rules and restrictions, and more.

Packed with real-life examples and practical tips, this seminar is designed to leave government contractors better educated-and more confident-in their dealings with the government.

Program Details

Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Time: Registration 8:30 am Seminar 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Wichita State University, Marcus Welcome Center (Use the NE entrance of the campus, E 21st St and Mike Oatman Dr, first parking lot, building on the left)

Fee: None (Fees paid by Wichita State University)

Register: online

For more information, please call (316) 978-6788(316) 978-6788

 

Presenter

Steven Koprince, Small Business & Government Contracts Attorney

Steven Koprince’s practice focuses on helping small businesses navigate the federal marketplace. He is a regular speaker and author on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the SBA affiliation rules, and other legal matters important to small government contractors. Mr. Koprince has spoken at industry and professional events across the country and has been quoted by the Washington Post, NBC News, and other news outlets. He is a graduate of Duke University and the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William & Mary.

Sponsors

WSU Kansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

WSU Kansas Small Business Development Center (KSBDC)

Resources

Braddock’s Procurement Opportunity Guide (free download)

 

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