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Protecting Your Business in a Digital World: A Cybersecurity Panel for Small Businesses & Solopreneurs

February 24, 2026 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CST)

Description

Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem — it’s a business risk. 

Scams, phishing emails, ransomware, stolen client data, and fraud are impacting small businesses every day. If you run a business — especially without an in-house IT team — you are a target. 

This practical, no-jargon panel brings together trusted local experts to help you understand the real risks facing your business and, more importantly, what you can do today to protect yourself. 

What You’ll Gain 

  • A clear, plain-language understanding of cybersecurity for small businesses 
  • Real examples of what happens when businesses are unprotected 
  • A simple action plan for what to do when (not if) an incident occurs 
  • An overview of the Minnesota Data Privacy Act and what it means for you 
  • Tools, checklists, and next steps you can implement immediately 

This is not a sales pitch. It’s education, preparation, and peace of mind. 

Your Panel of Experts

  • Monica Swanson, MonRoe Business Solutions – Business operations, compliance, and communication 
  • Aaron Nicklay, Farmers Insurance – Cyber insurance coverage and claims 
  • Morgan Zuehlke, Fafinski, Mark & Johnson Law – Legal exposure, liability, and data privacy 
  • Ben Stringer, Corporate Technologies – Technical protection and breach response 

Cybersecurity can’t be handled in a silo — this panel shows you how the pieces fit together. 

Who Should Attend
Small business owners & solopreneurs
Businesses handling customer data or payments
Anyone without dedicated IT support
Leaders who want to protect what they’ve worked hard to build 

Why This Matters
Most businesses don’t fail after a cyber incident because they couldn’t recover — they fail because they weren’t prepared. You’ve already taken the risk of starting your business. Don’t risk losing it by ignoring digital security.

Time

11:30 | Registration + Lunch Available 11:45 | Program Begins 1:00 | Program Concludes

Location

Eden Prairie SCHEELS Parking Lot

Door 6 Entrance - near Potbelly, left of the mall entrance Community Rooms
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Contact Information

Name: Kirsten Barott
Phone: 9529442830
Email: kirsten.barott@epchamber.org
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