Sherman and Matthew Begay, the father and son team behind Refine Cybersecurity (RCS), are on a mission to protect Native organizations and small businesses from today’s evolving digital threats. Sherman, co-founder and Chief Technical Officer, brings over 30 years of IT experience from Sandia National Laboratories, while Matthew, co-founder and CEO, combines business strategy and marketing expertise with a passion for technology-driven solutions.

In this practical workshop, RCS will walk you through the essentials of cybersecurity designed specifically for small businesses and sole proprietors. You’ll learn how to:

• Identify the most common cyber risks facing small businesses

• Implement simple, cost-effective best practices to strengthen your defenses

• Use available tools to create a basic cybersecurity plan for your business

Strong cybersecurity isn’t just about protection, it’s about resilience and return on investment. By preventing costly incidents and minimizing downtime, you’ll safeguard your bottom line and set your business up for long-term success.

Who should attend: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sole proprietors looking for clear, actionable steps to improve their digital security.

For any questions or support with registering for this workshop, please contact us at hello@nativestartup.org.

You can also watch our past workshops on the Change Labs YouTube Channel.