Protect Your Small Business from Phishing Risks: Free NIST Webinar

Join cybersecurity experts on August 14th to learn essential phishing protection strategies for small businesses

Phishing attacks continue to be one of the most prevalent cyber threats facing businesses today. These sophisticated scams use convincing emails, text messages, or social media communications to trick users into clicking harmful links, downloading malicious software, or revealing sensitive information like login credentials. What makes these attacks particularly dangerous is their ability to masquerade as trusted sources—whether it’s your bank, credit card company, or even a colleague within your organization.

Small and medium-sized businesses face the same phishing risks as larger corporations, but often with significantly fewer resources to defend against them. However, this doesn’t mean small businesses are helpless. There are proactive, cost-effective measures that organizations of any size can implement to significantly reduce their phishing risk.

Free Expert Training Session

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is hosting a comprehensive webinar designed specifically for small business owners and their teams who want to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses against phishing attacks.

Event Details:

Date: August 14, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
Format: Virtual (attend from anywhere)
Cost: Free

What You’ll Learn

This expert-led session will cover essential topics including:

Attack Types & Real-World Examples – Understanding different phishing methods and seeing actual examples of modern attacks
Proactive Protection Strategies – Why taking preventive action is crucial for your business security
Recognition Skills – Practical tips for identifying phishing attempts before they cause damage
Response Protocols – Step-by-step guidance on what to do if you or your team falls victim to a phishing scam
Implementation Strategies – Actionable steps small businesses can take to reduce their vulnerability
Free Training Resources – Access to no-cost tools and materials for ongoing staff education

Expert Panel

The webinar features a distinguished panel of cybersecurity professionals:

Shanée Dawkins – Computer Scientist, Visualization and Usability Group, NIST
Lessie Skiba – Deputy Managing Director, Cyber Readiness Institute
Daniel Eliot – Lead for Small Business Engagement, Applied Cybersecurity Division, NIST

Why Attend?

Phishing attacks can result in devastating consequences for small businesses, including financial losses, data breaches, operational disruptions, and damage to customer trust. This free training session provides expert guidance specifically tailored for smaller organizations that need to maximize their security impact with limited resources.

Whether you’re a business owner, IT manager, or team leader responsible for cybersecurity, this webinar offers practical, immediately applicable knowledge to help protect your organization.

Registration Information

This is a virtual event, making it accessible to participants nationwide. The session is part of NIST’s ongoing commitment to supporting small business cybersecurity through education and resources.

For questions about this webinar, contact the NIST team at smallbizsecurity@nist.gov.