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Cybersecurity

Transform Security Awareness Through Storytelling and a Few Other Nuggets

Tuesday, April 1, 2025
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM PT
Location: 501 / Chiwawa
Cybersecurity

Target Audience: CISO/Privacy/Security Leaders; Experienced Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO; New or Aspiring Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO

What does Cybersecurity Awareness and bad Karaoke have in common? They both start with “I got this!” and end with, “Please don’t tell anyone what just happened.” ;-)

With up to 90% of cyberattacks triggered by social engineering and phishing, it’s time to rethink your cybersecurity awareness efforts. This session explores how storytelling can make your messaging more relatable, engaging, and unforgettable.

Move beyond the same old phishing tests and cookie-cutter training and discover how to apply marketing tactics, behavior-change techniques, and narrative-driven strategies that actually stick.

You’ll leave with practical approaches and nuggets of info you can put to work right away—boosting awareness, reducing human error, and building a stronger cybersecurity culture across your district.

It’s time to reimagine cybersecurity awareness—don’t miss the chance to create lasting change! **I'll be giving away one copy of Perry Carpenter's book "Transformative Security Awareness" at the end of the sesh.

Key Take Aways:

  • Attendees will receive ready-made storytelling slidedecks on real-life cyberattacks, detailing prevention strategies and practical insights. These customizable, engaging tools help reinforce cybersecurity lessons, making them memorable and actionable, ideal for enhancing training and awareness programs within organizations.
  • Attendees will engage in an Awareness Priorities exercise, gaining actionable steps to enhance their cybersecurity programs. This activity will help identify key focus areas and can be implemented in their districts with their teams to prioritize awareness efforts.
  • Attendees will receive a Quick Wins list of strategies designed to elevate Cybersecurity Awareness. These practical, easy-to-implement tactics will help organizations quickly enhance their security posture, making awareness efforts more effective and impactful, fostering a proactive and security-conscious culture.