First Friday

This months sponsor is CCS IT Pros!

Recognizing the right IT service provider is vital, and veterans in the business sector might find a promising candidate in CCS IT Pros. 

With a leadership team that includes a CEO who is a retired US Army officer and a workforce comprising 50% veterans, CCS IT Pros brings a comprehensive understanding of the nuances associated with servicing veteran-owned businesses. 

Their extensive experience, spanning over two decades, includes specialized IT support tailored to the needs of these enterprises.

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Dr. Shawn P. Murray
Vincent (Vinnie) Persichetti
Blake Schwank
Halie Anthony
Peter Sopczak

Who you will hear from

Event Speakers

Dr. Shawn P. Murray

Murray Security Services

Vincent (Vinnie) Persichetti

Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC

Blake Schwank

CEO, CCS IT Pros

Halie Anthony

Founder, Owner, RISE Executive Coaching LLC

Peter Sopczak

Owner, Chief Consultant

Angela (Angie) Condon, Strategic Partnerships Manager – Military Outreach

Western Governors University

What you need to know

Event Details

About
 Hello Everyone!

It’s Cybersecurity 1st Friday!

Welcome back to a New Year with our January event!

Remember that you are required to register for the event and check in once you get to the NCC!

We will hear from Angie Condon Strategic Partnerships Manager and Military Outreach at Western Governors University. She will provide an overview of their academic programs and highlight their resources. 

Peter Sopczak will provide an update on his company, Static Solutions Security Consulting, LTD and their security offerings. We will introduce Halie Anthony, Founder, RISE Executive Coaching, where she will explain about their executive management and coaching services.

Finally, we will hear from Blake Schwank, founder and President of CCS IT Pros, a managed service provider (MSP) that has been doing business since 2001 in Colorado and other parts of the Unites States. He'll describe what they are contributing to the ecosystem!  

This month's food truck is: Peak Crepes: https://www.peakcrepes.com

We will have updated community announcements and other event dates as well and we will have some additional Cybersecurity First Friday merchandise.

January's First Friday will be held at the National Cybersecurity Center and is co-hosted by the Murray Security Services and Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC.

Please create an account and/or register for January's Cybersecurity First Friday on our website!

So, grab your favorite beverage and join us. 

Hope to see you there!

Shawn & Vinnie 

National Cybersecurity Center (NCC)
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