Lunchtime Learning: Scams Targeting Businesses - What You Need to Know

Class Description:
All businesses, no matter their size, face the chance of being targeted by a scam attack. The best ways to avoid becoming a victim is to understand types of scams that businesses face and educate employees on what to watch out for. Lisa Jemtrud will review common tactics that scammers use and provide tips on what you can do to avoid scams and protect your organization. All employees, but especially company managers, owners, and leadership, will benefit from this class.

Register by Thursday, January 28 to be included in the lunch count.

This class will be held in person at the Chamber office. Because of space limitations, class attendance will be limited to 20 attendees. A wait list is established, please feel free to register and we will move you in to the class should an opening become available. If unsafe for us to meet in-person, class will be held via Zoom.

ALL CLASSES WILL BE RECORDED AND MADE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE to watch online for those who are unable to join us at class.

Your Speaker:
Lisa Jemtrud provides overall management and leadership of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Foundation, as well as the community relations division for BBB of Minnesota and North Dakota. Previous work at the BBB (20+ years) has included combatting misleading advertising and investigating unethical business practices. Jemtrud holds a Master’s degree in Administration of Justice, with an emphasis in alternative dispute resolution and white collar crime.

Thanks to our sponsor, Preferred Credit Inc. (PCI)!

Special Accommodations for In-Person Meeting Attendance

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS:
The St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce will follow guidelines recommended by the state of Minnesota and the CDC when presenting events. Please be aware event locations may change suddenly. At all in-person events, the following rules must be followed by attendees:

1. Face-coverings must be worn at all times (except when seated)
2. Social distancing of 6 feet or more must be maintained at all times
3. Stay home if you are feeling any sickness symptoms
4. At events, wash your hands and areas you touch frequently (sanitizer will always be provided)