Future-Ready: AI, Cyber Security & the Modern Business Supported by CyberGuru and the Pine Rivers Chamber of Commerce
Future-Ready: AI, Cyber Security & the Modern Business
CyberGuru and the Pine Rivers Chamber of Commerce are bringing together experts from Microsoft and Kaseya for a practical, no-jargon event designed specifically for small business owners.
Most small business owners think cybercrime happens to someone else.
Until an invoice is redirected. Until a staff member clicks the wrong email. Until customer data is exposed. Until a competitor starts using AI more effectively than they are.
The reality is that small businesses are increasingly being targeted because they often have valuable data, money and customer trust, but fewer protections in place. At the same time, AI is creating both massive opportunities and new risks for every business owner.
At this session you’ll discover:
The most common cyber risks affecting small businesses right now The simple actions that dramatically reduce your chances of becoming a victim How AI can save time, improve productivity and help your business grow The hidden risks of AI that most business owners don’t know about What successful businesses are doing differently in 2026 Answers to your questions from industry experts during a live Q&A sessionWhy Attend?
Most business owners know they should be doing more around cybersecurity and AI.
Very few know where to start.
This session is designed to give you simple steps you can implement immediately, without needing a large budget or a technical background.
Meet Jessie Jeffery, Co-Owner and General Management Guru at CyberGuru.
Jessie leads a Brisbane-based managed IT and cyber security provider supporting small businesses and not-for-profits across South East Queensland with cyber security, Microsoft 365 and AI adoption.
As an AI Transformation Leader and early adopter of the SMB1001 cyber security standard, Jessie helps organisations turn complex tech trends into practical action — boosting productivity, resilience and growth.
Paul Barge – With over 35 years in tech and experience working alongside giants like Microsoft, Cisco, and Dell EMC, Paul has built a career around one goal by helping businesses use technology safely and sustainably.
Since 2018, he’s been all-in on cybersecurity — working with MSPs across Australia and New Zealand to help them (and their customers) stay a step ahead of cybercriminals. In just the last two years, he’s spoken at 70+ events, sharing real-world insight into how attackers operate and what businesses can do about it.
Today, as APAC Channel Development Manager at Kaseya, Paul continues that mission — helping MSPs deliver smart, practical security solutions for small and mid-sized businesses.
Chadymae Barinan – As a Technician Sales Specialist for Modern Work at Software One, a major Microsoft distributor, Chadymae brings 9+ years of experience in AI and Security solutions across the Philippines, Singapore, and Australia.
Throughout her career, she’s worked across multiple channels and partner programs, helping organisations embrace Microsoft 365, Copilot, and AI to work smarter and grow faster.
Driven by a passion for innovation and partner success, Chadymae is all about helping businesses unlock real productivity through modern workplace transformation.