This virtual panel will offer insights from some of Montana’s top IT experts on how businesses can be proactive in protecting against cyber threats. Vena Dagnall with the Montana Department of Commerce will make a guest appearance to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Cybersecurity Program. Montana businesses can receive grants of up to $8,000 for reimbursement of newly implemented cybersecurity measures including firewalls, email protections, data destruction, training, anti-virus software, and more.