Cybersecurity is no longer just a concern for large corporations. Small businesses are increasingly becoming prime targets for cybercriminals, and the consequences can be devastating. With cyberattacks frequently aimed at small businesses and breach costs reaching levels that can threaten a company’s survival, business owners need practical, actionable strategies to protect their operations, customers, finances, and reputation.
That is the focus of NVBDC’s upcoming Services Webinar, “Cyber Ready: Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Small Business,” featuring ValorPoint founder Mike Rutallie, CISSP, a U.S. Air Force veteran and experienced cybersecurity advisor.
The webinar will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM ET.
This session is designed specifically for small business owners, veteran entrepreneurs, and leadership teams who need cybersecurity guidance that is clear, practical, and immediately useful. Rather than overwhelming attendees with technical jargon, Mike Rutallie will focus on the threats that matter most and the steps business owners can take right away to reduce risk.
Attendees will learn how common cyber threats such as phishing, ransomware, business email compromise, social engineering, and wire fraud actually work—and more importantly, how to prevent them from succeeding. The session will also cover how to better protect email accounts, financial systems, business devices, and critical backups.
For veteran-owned businesses working to grow, compete, and build trust with corporate partners, cybersecurity readiness is more than an IT issue. It is a business credibility issue. Companies that can demonstrate responsible digital practices are better positioned to protect sensitive information, maintain continuity, and operate with confidence in today’s marketplace.
By the end of the webinar, participants will leave with four specific cybersecurity actions they can complete before the week is over. These steps are designed to address the most common attack vectors targeting small businesses today, many of which can be implemented at little or no cost.
No technical background is required. This interactive webinar is built for business owners who want results, not a lecture.
Register today to strengthen your cybersecurity fundamentals and take immediate steps to protect your business.
Register here: nvbdc.org/events
