Identity Theft and Data Security – Live Webinar Dec 21, 2023

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the United States, with approximately 10 million occurrences every year. On average, it will cost the victim several hundred dollars and dozens of hours to resolve. It can cause irrevocable damage to an organization's reputation and change public opinion. This course will examine the major causes, factors, and outcomes of identity theft and organizational security breaches.

Participants will be presented with current examples from a wide range of industries and attack types. This course will describe how to identify when theft occurs, what information is most at risk, where the stolen information is used, and best practices on how to prevent it from occurring. Critical Tips for Avoiding Identity Theft and Information Security Breaches is recommended for anyone concerned about their online safety and responsible for safeguarding their organizational data.

TOPICS:

Major causes, factors, and outcomes of identity theft
Current examples from a wide range of industries and attack types
How to identify when theft occurs
What information is most at risk
Where the stolen information is used
Best practices on how to prevent it from occurring

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Explain the major types and causes of identity theft. How identity theft occurs and what can be done to safeguard yourself, your organization and loved ones.
Identify and classify potential threats in technology areas that leave organizations susceptible to privacy breaches, data theft, and distribution.
Describe how to build an action plan to safeguard personal and organizational data from potential threats.
Identify and implement data security best practices for personal and organizational information.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

You will require an Internet connection and a phone/voice connection at the same time. Most attendees use their computer for the audio. Participants are able to submit questions and comments during the session via a Q&A text panel. Terms, conditions, pricing and services subject to change.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This webinar will be of most interest to financial professionals concerned about their online safety and responsible for safeguarding their organizational data.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CREDITS (CPE HOURS):

Wolters Kluwer professional development programs are designed to meet the continuing education requirements of a variety of professional associations. These requirements do vary by association and region. Please consult your provincial association to ensure this webinar meets the continuing professional development standards for your specific situation.

Registrations for each Live Webinar are available until the start of each program. We reserve the right to substitute speakers in the case of instructor illness. In the event that we must cancel a Live Webinar, all registrants will be notified immediately and given the opportunity to either transfer their registration to another Live Webinar or obtain a refund. For all Live Webinars that are recorded, participants will have access to the recording for 12 months following the Live Webinar. Partial credit will not be awarded for attendees that are not present for the entirety of the Live Webinar. Credit will not be awarded if an attendee does not answer all of the polling questions (where applicable). Additional credit will not be awarded due to the instructor presenting over the allotted time.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Due to the costs involved with planning Web sessions, cancellations must be confirmed in writing at least one (1) business day before the beginning of the Web session. If we receive your cancellation notice within the above-mentioned period, you will receive a full refund. No refund will be issued for notices received after the cancellation period.

THIS WEBINAR INCLUDES:

12 months to review the webinar recording
Print version of the presentation slides
PD Certificate for 2 hours

PRESENTER:

This webinar is being presented by: Stephen M Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS

Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS, is a certified public accountant, the senior technology strategist and partner of Devmatics, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions.

Whether it’s teaching in the classroom, consulting clients in a boardroom, or shooting a fireworks display, Steve brings passion, hard work, value—and above all else—technological expertise to each of his clients. With an open, honest approach, he creates a unique strategy for each client specifically designed to benefit their needs and streamline their operations in order to create efficiency and maximize their financial potential. For more information about Steve, please click here to visit his personal website.