Conference
Privacy and Security 2025: Staying Ahead of the Threats
This course is part of the Las Vegas, NV – December 2025 Conference. Click the link below to view the conference page.
$399.00
Availability: 20 in stock
Webcasts are available for viewing Monday – Friday, 8am – 8pm ET,
and Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 6pm ET.
Without FlexCast, you must start with enough time to finish. (1 Hr/Credit)
 Secure Transaction CPE Credits
2 Credits: Information Technology
Event Date: December 11, 2025 9:30 am
Course Level
Overview
Format
Conference
Course Description
Worried your business might be the next cybercrime headline? You’re right to be concerned. This eye-opening session reveals the shocking reality of today’s security threats and then gives you practical, affordable ways to protect what matters most.
Rather than complicated technical jargon, we’ll focus on straightforward strategies that actually work for businesses of all sizes. You’ll learn not just what the risks are, but exactly what steps to take when you get back to the office.
We’ll cover:
• The critical difference between data security and privacy (and why you need both)
• How cybercriminals actually target businesses like yours right now
• The true costs of breaches beyond just the dollars—reputation damage, client trust, and operational downtime
• Simple security measures that give you the biggest protection for the least effort
• Practical policies you can implement immediately, even without a dedicated IT team
You’ll walk away with:
• A clear understanding of your biggest security vulnerabilities
• A checklist of specific actions to strengthen your defenses
• Cost-effective tools that fit your budget
• Simple ways to train your team to become your first line of defense
• Peace of mind knowing you’ve taken reasonable steps to protect your business
Perfect for: Business owners, executives, and financial professionals responsible for protecting sensitive data. No technical background required—just a desire to keep your business, clients, and data safe from increasingly sophisticated threats.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Distinguish between data security and privacy, understanding why both are essential for protecting business assets.
Identify common cyberattack methods currently targeting businesses of all sizes.
Recognize the full scope of costs associated with data breaches, including non-financial impacts like reputation and client trust.
Implement straightforward, cost-effective security measures that provide strong protection with minimal complexity.
Develop practical policies and protocols that enhance organizational data privacy and security without requiring specialized IT resources.
Train and empower employees to act as an effective first line of defense against cyber threats.
Course Specifics
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Compliance Information
CFP Notice: Not all courses that qualify for CFP® credit are registered by Western CPE. If a course does not have a CFP registration number in the compliance section, the continuing education will need to be individually reported with the CFP Board. For more information on the reporting process, required documentation, processing fee, etc., contact the CFP Board. CFP Professionals must take each course in it’s entirety, the CFP Board DOES NOT accept partial credits for courses.
Meet The Experts
Thomas G. (Tommy) Stephens, Jr., CPA, CITP, CGMA, received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1994, Mr. Stephens opened his public accounting practice in the metropolitan Atlanta area. In his practice, Mr. Stephens provided accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a wide variety of small and emerging businesses. He developed a successful consulting practice providing installation and support services of small business accounting software. Additionally, he has authored and presented continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. Mr. Stephens has lectured nationally on subjects such as internal controls for …