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Ransomware Readiness 101: Futureproofing Data Against Cyber Threats

 

Timezone: EST


Ransomware attacks are escalating in frequency, sophistication, and cost. For IT leaders, preparedness isn’t optional—it’s mission-critical. In this webinar, Performive delivers a strategic framework to help you strengthen your organization’s ransomware defenses from both a technical and financial perspective.

You’ll get an inside look at Performive’s Risk2ROI tool, designed to help IT leaders clearly articulate risk exposure and security ROI to business stakeholders. Plus, we’ll cover actionable best practices for accelerating recovery, reducing downtime, and aligning your cyberinsurance strategy with your IT roadmap.

 What You’ll Learn:

  • The most common—and costly—gaps in ransomware defenses

  • How to use Risk2ROI to build a stronger case for security investments

  • How cyberinsurance complements technical controls in a layered defense

  • What makes Performive’s recovery and data resilience approach uniquely effective

 Whether you’re responsible for protecting infrastructure, managing risk, or supporting board-level decisions, this session will help you turn ransomware readiness into a competitive advantage.

 

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Mark Mercado

Sr. VP Sales & Channel, Performive

Mark Mercado is the Sr. VP of Sales & Channel at Performive, where he leads go-to-market strategy and partner growth across cloud, security, and data resilience solutions. With over 20 years of experience in sales and channel leadership—including roles at INAP, QTS, and Latisys—Mark has a proven track record of driving revenue and building high-impact partner ecosystems. A former Marine with degrees in Finance and History, he brings a disciplined, customer-first approach to helping midsize enterprises protect their data and perform with confidence.

Sean McGee

Partner & Vice President, Commercial Property and Casualty, USI

Sean McGee, JD, CPCU, is Vice President of Commercial Property and Casualty at USI Insurance Services. A licensed broker across multiple insurance lines and a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter, Sean brings deep expertise in risk management with a focus on cyber liability, management professional services, and other complex commercial exposures. His background in law and real estate complements his strategic advisory work, helping organizations across the U.S. navigate evolving risk landscapes. Named to bo


 

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