The University of New England College of Business presents the second annual Spark Series, “The Business of Cyber Defense.” Leaders from Uprise Partners, Paul White Company, Chalmers Insurance Group, and CFC Response will share their expertise on tackling ransomware threats and strengthening organizational resilience. Through firsthand stories and practical strategies, the panel will highlight the financial, operational, and human impacts of cybercrime and how businesses and communities can prepare before, during, and after a cyber attack. This panel is free and open to the public. Students, professionals, and community members are encouraged to attend. Panelists include: • Malinda Gagnon, CEO, Uprise Partners • Brian Gagnon, CTO, Uprise Partners • Paul White, CEO, Paul White Company • Luke Goodine, Insurance Advisor, Chalmers Insurance Group • Cody Braunscheidel, Cyber Incident Manager, CFC Response If you are unable to join us in person, you can watch the panel live at: une.edu/live at the time of the event.