Time Zone: EST
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue—it has become a business priority that requires executive alignment, clear financial rationale, and measurable outcomes.
In this session, we’ll look at practical ways to:
Frame cybersecurity in business terms
Quantify ransomware risk
Evaluate investments through financial impact modeling.
Experts from Performive and CloudFirst will discuss practical approaches to reducing exposure, strengthening resilience, and aligning cybersecurity strategy with business value. The discussion will also highlight how infrastructure choices and hosting environments directly affect risk levels and security return on investment.
All attendees will receive a free Risk2ROI ransomware risk and ROI assessment, valued at over $1,500. This includes a personalized financial risk report and actionable recommendations to improve your organization’s resilience.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
eric oakley
Senior Solutions Architect, Performive
Bob Butcher
Systems Engineer, CloudFirst
Bob Butcher is a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience in systems engineering, enterprise infrastructure, and IBM i environments. As a Systems Engineer at CloudFirst, he leads initiatives that strengthen system performance, security, and reliability across complex enterprise platforms. His deep expertise spans systems integration, disaster recovery, and modernization for large-scale organizations.
A longtime advocate for operational excellence, Bob has shared his insights at industry events such as COMMON POWERUp 2025, helping audiences bridge the gap between technical challenges and strategic business outcomes. Known for his practical, solutions-driven approach, he continues to guide teams in building resilient, scalable IT systems that align technology with organizational goals.
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