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Jake Olcott

VP, Communications & Government Affairs at BitSight
Jake has extensive experience helping organizations build sustainable third-party risk management programs. With a background as a cybersecurity attorney for U.S. Senate and House committees, he has advised Fortune 1000 executives on cyber risk and taught at Georgetown University, combining legal, policy, and practical expertise in cybersecurity and risk management.

Kelley Vick

Webinar Host, Executive IT Forums, Inc
Kelley Vick is the Online Events Chair at IT CPE Academy, where she hosts and produces the IT GRC Forum webinars. With deep expertise in governance, risk, and compliance, Kelley curates high‑value sessions for cybersecurity and risk leaders, driving community engagement and delivering expert insights.

Ransomware: How to Reduce Your Likelihood of Being a Victim

Sep 16 / IT GRC Forum

Ransomware attacks are escalating, impacting high-profile organizations like Colonial Pipeline, JBS, and Scripps Health. The financial and operational costs of these attacks continue to rise, making proactive defense more critical than ever. Understanding the common security gaps that lead to successful ransomware incidents can help organizations reduce their risk.


BitSight’s analysis of hundreds of ransomware events highlights key vulnerabilities, revealing that poor patching practices significantly increase exposure. Organizations with less mature patching programs are seven times more likely to experience a ransomware incident.


Join this executive roundtable to gain actionable insights into reducing ransomware risk. Participants will explore sector-specific trends, identify vulnerabilities that indicate heightened exposure, and learn programmatic strategies to strengthen defenses. By understanding where attackers are most likely to succeed, organizations can implement targeted security improvements, improve their patching performance, and adopt a proactive stance against ransomware threats. This session provides practical guidance to enhance cybersecurity posture and safeguard critical assets in today’s evolving threat landscape.