The rise of new AI tools has led to an exponential rise in cyber attacks, from the attack last year that impacted every Oregon drivers’ license holder to more recent attacks hitting the financial sector, hospitals, and universities. While the attacks may differ, they all show some common ways you can to keep your organization’s reputation in tact through such an incident.

Join the Oregon Attorney General’s office and national cybersecurity and crisis communications professionals for the latest insights on how these breaches go down, the best steps organizations can take to recover, and how you can best prepare today to strengthen your organization’s trust.

Neil Simon is a long-time communications and government professional with experience working in governments and for clients from Washington, D.C., Europe and across the U.S. West. Neil’s award-winning media, cybersecurity, policy and crisis communications experience make him a valued member to clients across many disciplines.

Liz Fuller is President and CEO of Gard Communications, a full-service creative, digital and public relations agency based in Portland. She leads the firm with a focus on strategy, crisis management, and public affairs, while promoting community involvement and the firm's commitment to giving back. A graduate of Portland State University, Liz serves on the Portland Business Alliance Board as Vice Chair of Marketing and Communications, and was named one of Portland Business Journal's Forty Under 40 in 2021.

Ellen Klem is the director of consumer outreach and education for the Office of the Attorney General. Her mission is to prevent financial harm to Oregonians, especially older adults, Oregonians whose first language is not English, and students with large education-related debts. Previously, Ellen worked at the American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging in Washington, D.C., where she was responsible for research, policy development, advocacy, education and training. Ellen received her bachelor’s degree from James Madison College at Michigan State University and a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law.