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BBB® Business Shield Series

Helping businesses build resilience against cyber and physical security threats through expert insights, resources, and real-world stories.

Essential Security Summit

Protect. Prepare. Prevail.

From cyber threats to physical risks, get the tools, insights, and connections you need to protect your organization.

Learn through real stories

The BBB Business Shield Series brings together experts, partners, and local leaders to help organizations build resilience against cyber and physical security threats. From practical webinars and resources, we share real-world cases and actionable strategies so businesses can protect their people, data, and operations.

Episode 1: The horror stories begin

Chilling true accounts of cyberattacks and security breaches — and the lessons every business leader should know.

Episode 2: Talking shop with AI

In this episode of the BBB Business Shield Series, our panel speaks with Mireya Herrera, Co-Founder, Outcome Engine for sharing practical ways to harness AI as a creative and strategic ally for your small business.

Episode 3: The Deception Files

This episode examines how fraud, scams, and human trafficking affect individuals, families, and businesses. Expert guests share real cases, warning signs, and practical steps any organization can take to help prevent exploitation.

Episode 4: The Briefing Room

In this episode of the BBB® Business Shield Security Series, host Erika Genty is joined by Ross E. Davidson Jr., Colonel (Ret.), U.S. Army and Owner & CEO of Chieftain Elite Solutions, and Ron J. Minty, Chief Strategy Officer at Chieftain Elite Solutions and Founder & CEO of Paragon Leadership and Management Solutions, for an in-depth discussion on today’s evolving cyber threat landscape and what it means for businesses of every size.

Episode 5: Planning for the Worst

In this BBB® Business Shield Series episode, emergency management expert Zack Walker shares real-world strategies to help businesses protect their people, maintain operations, and lead with confidence when the unexpected happens.

Episode 6: Top Resources

Small businesses face a growing range of risks—from cyberattacks and fraud to workplace safety concerns and unexpected disruptions. The goal of this conversation is simple: introduce reliable tools and strategies that make security more approachable, without requiring a full security team.

Safeguard what you’ve built: Cybersecurity essentials for business owners webinar

Stay one step ahead of cybercriminals

This free session presented by Rick Myers of Caldera Cybersecurity Services  gives business owners clear, budget-friendly ways to secure employees, customers, and data—without needing to be a tech expert.