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MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite local businesses to an essential “Cyber Security & AI Training for Your Business” event, presented by Chris Pete, VP of Computer Services with Ariel Corporation.
The training event will be on Wednesday, Aug. 20 from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Ariel Training Center located at 1485 Industrial Park Drive, Mount Vernon.
Organizations across our community are increasingly targeted by sophisticated and organized cybercriminals.
With the rapid advancement and accessibility of technologies like artificial intelligence, the methods employed by these criminals have become more effective and difficult to detect.
Chris Pete stated that: “For many business owners cyber security is often the least of their day-to-day concerns, but unmonitored, it is one of their biggest threats.
Owning, understanding, and deploying your businesses Cyber Security Policy can sound like a daunting task, but we will provide you with an easy way to execute a road map, which will help protect you and your business.”
In this training session, we will cover:
The evolving landscape of cyber threats and the role of AI in modern cybercrime
Core concepts and tactics used by cybercriminals
Practical steps to begin developing a cybersecurity policy
A foundational framework to protect both your business and personal assets
By gaining this knowledge, you’ll be better equipped to mitigate risks and strengthen your company’s resilience against cyberattacks.
Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your defenses and cultivate a culture of security within your organization.
Registration is now open and available for members and non-members at knoxchamber.com. Click on the Events Calendar and locate the event to complete registration.
All registrations must be completed by August 18, 2025. Tickets are non-refundable after the deadline.
For more information, please contact the Chamber office via email at chamber@knoxchamber.com, or call at 740-393-1111.
The Chamber’s mission is to empower and support the success of businesses, their leadership, and the community.