Travelers Institute Marks National Cybersecurity Awareness Month With Event in Portland, Oregon
23 Octubre 2019 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
The Travelers Institute, the public policy division of The
Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV), tomorrow will host an
educational Cyber: Prepare, Prevent, Mitigate, Restore® symposium
aimed at helping businesses prepare for and respond to cyber
threats. In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month,
the symposium will address the evolving cyber risks facing
companies, with a specific focus on small and midsized
businesses.
The 2019 Travelers Risk Index revealed that cyber risks were the
top concern among the business leaders that were surveyed. Although
89% of Travelers Risk Index respondents from small businesses
reported feeling confident that their company has implemented best
practices for cybersecurity, many of those same organizations may
be unprepared for a cyber attack. The survey showed that just 27%
of small businesses owners said they have a written business
continuity plan, and only 23% said they have conducted a cyber
assessment of vendors who have access to their data.
“Despite cybersecurity being top of mind, many organizations
seem to be overlooking some of the most effective strategies to
defend against cyber threats and protect their information,” said
Jessica Kearney, Second Vice President, Travelers Institute. “This
program will convene thought leaders from the public and private
sectors to share insights, firsthand experiences and
recommendations to help businesses and organizations prioritize
data security as part of their cyber risk mitigation strategy.”
The event, held in partnership with the Portland Business
Alliance, the region’s chamber of commerce, will take place at the
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront at 11:30 a.m. PT. Kearney
will moderate a panel discussion on managing cyber threats and will
be joined by:
- Edward Chang, Second Vice President, Cyber Risk Management,
Travelers.
- Aaron Davies-Morris, Vice President, Americas Consulting,
Symantec Cyber Security Services.
- Charles Harwood, Director, Northwest Region, Federal Trade
Commission.
- Simone McCormick, Partner, Lewis Brisbois.
“Cybersecurity is an issue that companies face all year long,
and it can’t be forgotten about after this month ends,” said Phil
Slinkard, Special Agent, Cyber Division, Portland Field Office at
the Federal Bureau of Investigation, who will deliver the keynote
presentation at the event. “There are many steps that can be taken
to avoid falling victim to an attack that could be potentially
devastating, particularly to a smaller business.”
Visit the Travelers Institute’s website for more information on
the Cyber: Prepare, Prevent, Mitigate, Restore symposium
series.
About the Travelers Risk Index
Hart Research conducted a national online survey of 1,200
business decision-makers from July 8 to July 19, 2019. The survey
was commissioned by Travelers.
About the Travelers Institute
The Travelers Institute, the public policy division of The
Travelers Companies, Inc., engages in discussion and analysis of
public policy topics of importance to the insurance marketplace and
to the financial services industry more broadly. The Travelers
Institute draws upon the industry expertise of Travelers’ senior
management, as well as the technical expertise of many of
Travelers’ underwriters, risk managers and other experts to provide
information, analysis and solutions to public policymakers and
regulators. Travelers is a leading provider of property casualty
insurance for auto, home and business. For more information, visit
www.travelers.com.
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