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Workshop – 27 March 2025 | Sydney CBD

Cybersecurity & Breach Response Bootcamp
 Mastering Crisis Response and Communications for Executives

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Are you ready to lead your organization through a cybersecurity crisis?

Master cyber crisis response with this comprehensive one-day bootcamp specifically designed for senior executives, board members, organizational leaders, and communications and PR professionals. Gain the expertise needed to act quickly, communicate efficiently, and reduce losses during a cyber-attack or data breach. This exclusive event is limited to 80 participants and features expert keynote speakers, engaging simulations, and collaborative workshops to equip you for today's digital challenges.

Book your spot today and take the first step towards cyber resilience!

*Please note, this event follows Chatham House Rules to encourage open and honest discussion.

Date & Location

27 March 2025 | Sydney CBD

Cost

Individuals
Early Bird - $990
Full Price - $1,100

Team of 8
Early Bird - $6,336
Full Price - $7,040

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*Early Bird ends – 27 February 2025

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your organization's cybersecurity readiness! With only 80 seats available, early registration is strongly recommended.  

Secure your company's table now for a team-building experience that has the potential to save your organization millions!

Programme highlights:

  1. Expert Keynotes: Decoding the Cyber Threat Landscape 
    Gain insider knowledge on the latest cyber-attack trends, tactics, and regulatory updates from industry-leading speakers.
  2. Immersive Cyber Crisis Simulation Workshop
    Experience a high-stakes, realistic cyber-attack scenario in our unique mock role-play environment. As the simulation progresses, new developments will emerge in stages, mimicking the real-time evolution of a cyber attack. Participants will need to adapt their strategies as the situation unfolds. This immersive experience will challenge participants to think on their feet, collaborate effectively, and make crucial decisions under pressure – just as they would in a real cyber incident.
  3. Master Crisis Communications
    Learn from crisis communication experts to develop comprehensive strategies for internal and external messaging during a cyber incident.
  4. Network With Your Peers
    Throughout the day, you'll have ample networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders, sharing insights and best practices.

What to expect:

  • Work in diverse teams, each representing a different industry
  • Assume critical roles: Marketing Director, Board Member, IT Security Officer, HR Manager, and more
  • Experience the pressure of a real cyber incident in this immersive, fast-paced exercise.
  • Navigate through a dynamically unfolding crisis, making split-second decisions
  • Sharpen your crisis management skills, enhance team collaboration, and test your decision-making abilities under fire.
  • Leave with a comprehensive understanding of various response strategies and their potential outcomes, enhancing your ability to handle real-world cyber crises effectively.
  • Gain access to take-home resources with essential tools and guidelines
  • Create personalized response plans for your organization

Who should attend?

  • C-Suite Executives
  • Board Members
  • PR and Communications Professionals
  • HR Leaders
  • IT Decision Makers
  • Risk Management Professionals

Why You Should Attend

• Gain insider knowledge on the latest cyber-attack trends and tactics

• Experience a high-stakes cyber crisis simulation

• Master crisis communication strategies to protect your brand

• Gain CPD points

Event agenda

To be announced

08:00

Registration and arrival

Speakers

08:30

Welcome from Thomson Reuters

  

08:40

Decoding the Cyber Threat Landscape: Protect Your Organisation's Future

Dive deep into the evolving world of cyber threats with our expert-led keynote:

• Uncover the latest cyber-attack trends and tactics threatening businesses today
• Explore real-world case studies that reveal the true cost of data breaches
• Stay ahead of the curve with updates on privacy and data protection laws
• Learn how regulatory changes could impact your organization's cybersecurity strategy

 

09:20

Response Simulation Workshop - Part 1: Introduction and Briefing

Kick off the simulation with an engaging introduction that sets the stage for action:

• Get briefed on exercise objectives and your crucial role
• Receive your team's unique cyber-attack scenario in a sealed envelope
• Equip yourself with resource kits packed with essential tools and guidelines

Prepare to dive into a realistic cyber crisis simulation tailored to your industry. This introductory session ensures you're ready to tackle the challenges ahead with confidence and the right resources at your fingertips..

 Simone Herbert-Lowe, Cyber Resilience Specialist, Principal, Law & Cyber

10:00

 Morning tea and networking

 

10:15

Response Simulation Workshop - Part 2: Simulation in Action

Dive into a high-stakes cyber crisis simulation:

• Face a rapidly unfolding cyber-attack scenarios tailored to different industries
• Work in teams representing diverse organizational structures
• Assume critical roles: IT, PR, Board Members, and Senior Leadership
• Tackle real-time challenges as the crisis evolves
• Make split-second decisions to contain threats, manage reputation, and mitigate financial impact

Experience the pressure of a real cyber incident in this immersive, fast-paced exercise. Sharpen your crisis management skills, enhance team collaboration, and test your decision-making abilities under fire.

Are you ready to save your organization from a cyber catastrophe?

Simone Herbert-Lowe, Cyber Resilience Specialist, Principal, Law & Cyber

11:45

Response Simulation Workshop - Part 3: Debrief and Insights

Unpack the simulation experience and maximize your learning:

• Share your team's strategies and rationale in a dynamic group setting
• Gain valuable insights from diverse organizational perspectives
• Engage in peer-to-peer Q&A and receive expert facilitator feedback
• Explore key areas including communication effectiveness, technical responses, and risk management

This collaborative debrief session is your chance to:

• Learn from others' successes and challenges
• Receive expert guidance on cyber incident best practices
• Enhance your real-world crisis management capabilities

Leave equipped with actionable strategies to fortify your organization against cyber threats. Don't miss this opportunity to transform simulation insights into real-world preparedness!

 Simone Herbert-Lowe, Cyber Resilience Specialist, Principal, Law & Cyber

12:15

Lunch & networking

 

13:00

REPUTATION APEX: Protocols for Mastering Crisis Communications by Crafting Strategic Responses

A robust reputation is indispensable in today's corporate landscape; however, communication teams handling crises face unprecedented fragmentation. This workshop is designed to empower communication professionals, C-suite executives, IT specialists, and key decision-makers to formulate strategic responses in times of crisis. Participants will learn to create comprehensive internal and external communication strategies and master the nuances of public messaging in high-pressure situations.

Key Takeaways:
• Hone your media handling skills to protect and enhance your brand.
• Identify gaps in crisis readiness and learn the 10 Rs of crisis management.
• Learn to develop effective internal communication plans to keep your team aligned.
• Engage in a crisis simulation exercise to refine response strategies.
• Access the framework for crisis recovery as a daily action plan.

In this session, you will acquire the foundational tools to communicate confidently during a cyber crisis. You will learn the essential protocols and elements for crafting clear media statements to effectively manage media scrutiny, equipping you to guide your organisation’s narrative in the face of digital threats. Developing the critical readiness to prevent a cyber incident from escalating into a public relations crisis will empower you to communicate with precision and impact, safeguarding your organisational reputation.

Marina Mara, International Media, Brand & Reputation Advisor

15:20

 Afternoon tea

 

15:50

Closing workshop session to be announced

 
17:00 Event Close

 

Speakers


Simone Herbert-Lowe
Cyber Resilience Specialist, Principal
Law & Cyber

With more than 30 years of experience in both private and corporate legal practice, Simone’s expertise encompasses insurance, risk management, professional liability, dispute resolution, and privacy law. Simone specialises in supporting businesses’ cyber resilience through legal advisory and education services.

Simone founded Law & Cyber in 2018 to help empower Australian individuals and businesses to protect themselves from cybercrime. Simone has acted for individuals and businesses impacted by cyber events and email fraud including: advising on and defending claims against professionals arising from cyber events, data breaches and email fraud; advice on policy coverage under cyber insurance policies; obligations to clients; legal claims against a managed service provider and other professional services firms; and she has advised organisations on uplifting their cyber resilience profile including through increased contractual protections.

Simone regularly presents to businesses on cyber risk; she facilitates cyber incident tabletop exercises; and she has given expert written opinion in multi-million dollar Supreme Court proceedings involving allegations of email-enabled fraud. She is most proud of having educated more than 10,000 Australians about cyber risk. 


Marina Mara
International Media
Brand & Reputation Advisor

MARINA MARA is globally recognised as the premier brand custodian for high-profile personalities, business leaders, tech ventures, and corporate enterprises, with a singular core mission: fortifying and safeguarding their most valuable asset—their reputation!

As a brand architect, Marina and her team collaborate closely with founders and executive teams, spearheading successful rebrands and brand activations. Central to the agency’s approach is “The Brand Review,” the world’s only brand diagnostic consulting tool developed by Marina over 14 years ago to fill a severe gap in the industry.

As a reputation advisor, Marina provides strategic counsel to clients, aiding in proactive reputation management and navigating various reputation threats. Her expertise enables leaders to represent their organisations diligently, turning reputational challenges into triumphs.

Global media outlets frequently seek her perspectives on brand and image management, drawn by her passionate engagement and reputation for delivering thought-provoking insights that challenge conventional paradigms. 

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Attendees:
If you have any questions about the event or your registration, please contact us at eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com

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If you are interested in partnering with us, please contact Regina Portelli at regina.portelli@thomsonreuters.com

Speakers:
If you are interested in speaking at this event, please contact Katie Ardzejewski at katie.ardzejewski@thomsonreuters.com