Education, Action & an Unforgettable Experience

In today’s digital world, technology is the foundation of every organization. Whether you manage a small business or oversee a global corporation, your ability to serve customers, collaborate with your team, and safeguard important data depends on the strength of your digital systems. But as technology evolves, so do the risks that threaten your operations. 

Cyber criminals are more sophisticated than ever, using tactics like ransomware, social engineering, and AI-driven schemes to target companies of all sizes. These threats don’t just result in financial loss, they can disrupt your operations, damage your reputation, and erode the trust you’ve worked hard to earn. 

That’s why set it and forget it security platforms alone aren’t enough to safeguard your business. A well-informed and vigilant team is your greatest defense. At Telesystem, we believe that empowering people through education transforms your workforce from a potential weakness into your strongest asset. When everyone from front-line staff to top executives understands the realities of cyber risk, your organization becomes truly resilient. 

Telesystem’s #HackersSuck Summit was created with this mission in mind. Set to take place January 14^th at Truist Park in Atlanta, the 9th summit in the series brings together business leaders, IT professionals and cybersecurity experts to share practical strategies, actionable insights, and the latest tools to help businesses stay ahead of digital threats.

The Importance of Employee Education

Many organizations believe traditional firewalls and antivirus tools are enough to keep them secure. Unfortunately, the data tells a different story. Roughly 92% of successful cyberattacks begin with human error, not a failure of technology. Even the most advanced technology can’t stop an employee from clicking a link in a malicious email or misplacing confidential login information. 

This is where employee cybersecurity education makes all the difference. By teaching employees how to identify and react to threats through platforms like Telesystem’s #HackersSuck summits or Security Awareness Training (SAT) solution, it empowers teams to act confidently when something feels “off” and to report potential threats before they escalate. More than just individual awareness, these platforms build a culture of shared responsibility in which vigilance and accountability are embedded throughout the organization. Awareness training is most effective when it’s continuous, engaging, and rooted in real-world scenarios, which is exactly what Telesystem’s Security Awareness Training platform is designed to do beyond the summits.

The Summit That Turns Awareness into Action

The #HackersSuck Summit isn’t just another business conference, it offers a deep dive into the mindset of today’s cybercriminals and the teamwork it takes to counter them. It brings together leaders in cybersecurity, business, and digital innovation for a one-day experience that educates, empowers, and inspires action.

​At the center of the summit is keynote speaker Theresa Payton, one of the nation’s most respected cybersecurity authorities. As the first female White House CIO and now a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, Theresa brings a rare blend of frontline experience, executive insight, and practical strategy. Her keynote will challenge how you think about risk, resilience, and the future of cybersecurity in an age defined by AI and automation.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in audience-led panel discussions and interactive sessions that go beyond theory, to deliver actionable, real-world solutions. In these sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, share stories, and discover how to: 

• Build an organization-wide culture of security awareness.
• Uncover and address the most common (and costly) human vulnerabilities in your organization.
• Harness the power of AI and automation to strengthen your defenses without sacrificing efficiency.
• Determine which technologies are essential for protecting against cyberthreats.
• Respond effectively to real-world cyber incidents and recover quickly when they happen.
• Understand the requirements for obtaining cyber insurance for your business.

The conversations that take place are grounded in real experiences, real failures, and real wins shared by business owners, technology experts, and security professionals.

​Value Beyond the Sessions

#HackersSuck Summits offer more than education; they foster a genuine sense of community. Here, attendees connect with leading technology partners, industry experts, and fellow business leaders who understand your challenges and share your same goals.

​Of course, there are plenty of other perks for the upcoming summit in Atlanta:

• A complimentary breakfast and lunch
• Exclusive #HackersSuck swag 
• Exciting door prizes and giveaways
• And a post-summit Braves alumni experience, complete with a VIP stadium tour and on-field batting practice

But the real reward is what you’ll bring back to your organization: clarity, confidence, and a stronger security posture. Whether you lead a business, manage an IT team, or simply want to protect your people and customers, the event will provide knowledge you can apply right away.

​Join the Movement: Drive Awareness. Build Strength. Protect What Matters.

Ask yourself: if a cyberattack hit your organization tomorrow, how prepared would you be? Can your employees recognize a phishing attempt? Would your leadership team know how to respond? How long could you afford to be offline to recover?

​The #HackersSuck Summit is your chance to get the answers to those questions from real-world experts before a crisis forces you to. ​Don’t wait until a data breach becomes your wake-up call. Join us, learn from top experts, and be part of the movement for a safer digital future. When we drive awareness through education, we’re not just protecting data; we’re protecting businesses, people, and trust.

Join us in person or virtually for our #HackersSuck Summit January 14^th and be part of the movement to make cybersecurity everyone’s business. Register for free at www.HackersSuck.com