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Essential Cybersecurity Practices: Ensuring Your Business is Safe from Attacks Webinar

October 26, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm UTC+0
Mark Kirby, a Cybersecurity Advisor for the CISA, will walk participants through some common IT security vulnerabilities and provide actionable guidance you can use to protect your business. Kirby, a retired Air Force veteran, has led engineering teams and projects to expand cyber access and identify single points of failure worldwide. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A. In his role with CISA, Kirby works with critical infrastructure owners and operators to minimize information risk and measurably improve cybersecurity. Kirby holds a Master’s degree in Information Technology Management, a dual bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Management Computer Information Systems, and is certified as both an Information Systems Security Professional and a Project Management Professional. Register Today!

Mike Tissot

Countryside Rentals Inc., dba Rent-2-Own

Mike grew up in the rent-to-own industry under the guidance of his father, former APRO President and RTO legend Darrell Tissot. For nearly 25 years, Mike’s innovative leadership has helped expand the family business to more than 40 stores across Ohio and Kentucky while also shaping the industry as a whole.

He has served as President of the Ohio Rental Dealers Association, an APRO board member and Treasurer, and President and Treasurer of the TRIB Group. His contributions have earned him the APRO President’s Award of Excellence and the title of APRO Rental Dealer of the Year.

Outside of RTO, Mike enjoys time at the lake house or in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his girlfriend, Angela Strong McCool. A passionate Cincinnati Reds fan, he rarely misses a game, whether watching or listening alongside his parents. He also takes every opportunity to visit Arizona, where his daughter is currently attending Arizona State University.