The Hidden Cybersecurity Risks Every Business Owner Should Know

 | In this episode of Poised for Exit, we sit down with Steve Enzler, Owner and CEO of Tangible Values, a professional services firm supporting the accounting community.

Steve shares eye-opening insights into cybersecurity risks that most small businesses and even accounting firms don’t realize they’re exposed to. From new IRS and FTC requirements to real-world data breach examples, this conversation sheds light on what every business owner needs to know about protecting client information.

You’ll learn about the Written Information Security Plan (WISP) now required for accounting firms, what “personally identifiable information” (PII) really means, and the practical steps any business can take to protect themselves and their clients.

Steve also explains how WispBuilder.com, one of Tangible Values’ latest innovations, helps firms easily comply with cybersecurity mandates and avoid devastating fines and data breaches.This is part one of a two-part discussion.

Don’t miss part two in a few weeks, where Steve dives deeper into real cases and evolving threats.

Learn more about Tangible Values here

Resources mentioned:

WispBuilder.com: Build and maintain your written information security plan.
IRS Publication 4557: Safeguarding Taxpayer Data: A Guide for Your Business.
New York Attorney General Settlement Announcement: Press release referenced in this episode.

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