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In today’s evolving threat landscape, IT risk assessments are no longer optional—they’re foundational. Join us for an in-depth session exploring how organizations can leverage IT risk assessments to strengthen cybersecurity, support strategic planning, and effectively manage third-party risk.

This presentation will highlight how proactive risk identification and evaluation help businesses protect critical systems and data while aligning technology initiatives with broader organizational goals. We’ll also examine the growing importance of vendor due diligence and third-party risk management in maintaining business continuity and protecting your reputation.

What to Expect:
- A clear understanding of how IT risk assessments drive stronger strategic planning
- Practical insights into identifying, evaluating, and mitigating technology risks
- Guidance on integrating risk management into decision-making and resource allocation
- Best practices for managing third-party and vendor risk
- Key considerations for vendor security posture, compliance, and ongoing monitoring
- Actionable takeaways to build a more resilient and competitive organization

Walk away with the knowledge and framework needed to confidently align risk management with business strategy—and ensure your enterprise remains secure, agile, and future-ready.

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When
Thursday, March 26, 2026 · 10:00 a.m. Central Time (US & Canada) (GMT -5:00)
Presenters
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Heartland Business Systems
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Ben Hall
Senior Information Security Consultant
Ben is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and a Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) with over 18 years of Governance, Risk, Compliance, Information Security and Information Technology experience in the Banking, Financial, Insurance and Healthcare sectors. 

Prior to joining HBS, he held positions as Information Security Officer, Risk Manager, Lead IT Security and GRC Analyst, IT Operations Supervisor, and Systems Administrator. As a GRC Practice Manager and vCISO for HBS, he works with clients to support their information security, risk management and compliance efforts.

Ben has expertise in third-party risk management, change management, access control, security operations, business continuity and disaster recovery, security and risk management, and security awareness. Additionally, he has experience in IT governance, risk and compliance across numerous regulatory frameworks and has worked in IT operations, giving him a holistic view of how security impacts IT operations.

Ben served as the VP of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) board for the Des Moines, Iowa Chapter from July of 2019 to May 2022 and is active in the local ISACA and InfraGard chapters. Ben is also a part of the West Des Moines Leadership Academy Class of '22 - '23. In his free time, Ben enjoys spending time with family and friends, coaching his kids' sporting activities, and spending time outside in any capacity
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Jeff Franklin
Senior Information Security Consultant
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