Security is arguably the most important concern for accounting professionals today. Cyber attacks are not only on the rise, but scammers are now targeting smaller firms in much higher numbers than ever before. It only takes one breach to set off a chain of events that can ruin your business overnight and seriously damage your brand and reputation.

Most breaches happen when email is used as the primary method of communication with clients. The scammers are getting so good that most people cannot tell a malicious email from a friendly one, so the email scams pay off. Firms need to train their employees to be vigilant and ensure that clients adhere to important security standards as well.

Additionally, cybercriminals will especially target firm user email accounts because, in many cases, they provide the “key to the kingdom” that unlocks the treasure troves of information stored in your firm’s shared Google Drives, MS OneDrives, and SharePoint systems.

In this fast-paced reality-based webinar, Chris Farrell, CPA and CEO of Liscio, and Jamie Beresford, CEO of Practice Protect, will discuss practical things that firms of all sizes can do to minimize risk. Attendees will walk away with a clear picture of what to be on the alert for and will learn 5 easy ways to minimize risk in their firms.


Learning Objectives:

• Determine how email fraud actually happens—the three-step process


• Give real-life examples of hacks in accounting firms like yours


• Name 5 easy steps to minimize your risk