In an era where digital threats evolve daily, organizational resilience is no longer just a technical requirement—it is a leadership mandate. NTG presents a private, interactive executive workshop designed specifically for the leaders of Nonprofits, Foundations and SMBs. This session breaks down the most critical vulnerabilities in today’s landscape, moving beyond jargon to provide actionable insights. NTG’s co-founders will unpack the most common vulnerabilities across organizations, explain how modern attacks actually unfold, and outline the leadership-level decisions required to build a resilient security posture.

❖ The Anatomy of Modern Threats: How to identify emerging cyber-risks before they penetrate your network.

❖ The Dark Web & Invisible Vulnerabilities: Understanding how your data is traded and the risks of credential exposure.

❖ The Economics of a Breach: A breakdown of the long-term financial and reputational consequences of a cyber incident.

❖ Defensive Strategies: Best practices for Malware and Ransomware prevention in a remote-first world.

❖ The AI Frontier: Navigating new cybersecurity challenges—and opportunities—in the age of Artificial Intelligence.

❖ Strategic Resilience: Building a roadmap for organizational awareness and long-term security training.

❖ Approach: This is an interactive session. Participants will engage with real-world scenarios, gaining practical knowledge of emerging challenges and the

strategies required to build a vigilant, secure organization.

This session is tailored for decision-makers who oversee organizational risk and resource allocation:

❖ CEOs, CFOs, & Executive Directors

❖ Nonprofit Board Members

❖ Development & Advancement Directors

❖ Technical & Operations Officers

Brian Franklin With over 25 years in the IT and cybersecurity industries, Brian’s expertise spans from hands-on technical architecture to enterprise-level network initiatives for global brands including Motorola, United Airlines, AT&T, and Hyatt Hotels. At NTG, Brian focuses on helping organizations modernize through Zero-Trust architectures and cloud-managed systems, delivering the reliability and peace of mind necessary to scale safely in a digital economy.

Bashir Muhammad Bashir is a Chicago-based Cybersecurity specialist and project manager with a focus on the human element of technology. A graduate of Northwestern University, Bashir has spent over two decades bridging technology gaps for foundations, healthcare organizations, and mid-market enterprises. He specializes in scalable, human-centric security models that align IT infrastructure with broader organizational initiatives.

NTG is a Chicago-based firm of seasoned IT and cybersecurity professionals

dedicated to making technology safer, more efficient, and easier to manage. We go beyond conventional IT support, providing advanced threat detection and comprehensive protection for businesses, foundations, and nonprofits. For 24 years, NTG has served as a trusted partner in ensuring organizational resilience across networks and devices