Thank you to Alvaka, this month’s sponsor.
24/7 IT Support & Ransomware Recovery
3:45–4:00 PM – Networking & industry updates
4:00–5:00 PM – Expert-led discussion & audience conversation
Post-event – Stay on for continued discussion if you’d like
February Discussion Leader: Oli Thordarson, founder and CEO at Alvaka
February Discussion Topic: What costs and liabilities can you expect from a ransomware attack … using the Alvaka Ransomware Calculator.
About the discussion: The costs and extended risks of a ransomware attack are very much unknown by business owners, executives, and consulting professionals. There is a lot of misinformation about what happens during a ransomware attack, everything from how to best recover to long-term liabilities. Most people think of a cyber breach as a technical or security problem, which it is, but it is equally a business problem and legal problem. What insurance covers and reimburses during these case is also very much misunderstood.
About the speaker: Oli Thordarson is the president and CEO of Alvaka, a California-based firm specializing in 24x7 IT support, cybersecurity, and ransomware recovery services for organizations that require always-on, U.S.-based IT operations. He founded Alvaka in the early 1980s and has since become a recognized industry leader, serving on advisory boards and industry groups focused on managed services and cybersecurity.
What to Expect:
The SecureTheVillage Cybersecurity Connect Discussion Forum is NOT a webinar. It is an interactive gathering, and a place to connect, challenge assumptions, and gain fresh perspectives in a trusted, no-pressure environment, where cybersecurity professionals, IT leaders, attorneys, risk managers, educators, investors, and law enforcement come together to discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and strengthen our collective defenses.
Engaged Discussions – No lectures, no passive listening. This is a place for real conversations.
Valuable Connections – Meet professionals who are driving cybersecurity initiatives in Southern California and across the country.
Actionable Insights – Hear real-world experiences, discuss strategies, and walk away with ideas you can apply.
Chatham House Rule:
Open discussion, candid insights, and trust in the room.
Who Should Attend?
Cybersecurity is bigger than any single industry.
If you work in or care about cybersecurity, this space is for you.
We welcome:
Cybersecurity & IT Professionals, CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, vCISOs, others
Security & Privacy Attorneys
Accountants & Auditors
Cyber-Risk & Insurance Professionals
Victim Support Professionals
Business Professionals & Financial Institution Leaders
Investors
Cyber Educators & Students
Law Enforcement & Government Cybersecurity Professionals
Nonprofit & Philanthropy Cybersecurity Leaders
Invite your peers to apply to attend at this link.