Most discussions around cybersecurity focus on securing daily operations, transactions, or platforms—but rarely do they address the unique vulnerabilities that arise during fundraising and community events. Crystal Marie Young of Crystal Marie Events LLC brings a fresh perspective by introducing the Event Cybersecurity Strategist as a specialized role that many in the nonprofit sector haven’t yet considered.

Please RSVP to attend: January 15, 2025 Roundtable RSVP

This session will focus on:

1. Event-Specific Cybersecurity Risks – Highlighting how high-profile events and fundraising efforts can become prime targets for cybercriminals due to the concentration of valuable data and new technology.
2. Proactive, Real-Time Defense – Offering new strategies that blend real-time threat detection, secure communication channels, and robust data protection tailored for the event space—an often-overlooked aspect of payment security.
3. Case Studies & Practical Applications – Sharing real-world examples of how Event Cybersecurity Strategists have mitigated threats in live environments, ensuring the safety of attendees, data, and proprietary technology, to showcase the value of this planning.

By focusing on events, rather than just the technology itself, this session provides a forward-thinking, holistic approach that empowers nonprofit event hosts to protect their organizations on a broader scale.