This event, led by Steve Sheppard and Joseph Ross from The South West Cyber Resilience Centre (SWCRC), focuses on debunking common cyber security myths that many businesses encounter. The Myth Buster session highlights the risks of believing in these misconceptions and provides straightforward, practical steps to improve online safety. As we know Cyber-attacks can happen all too often and can cause huge detriment to your business, consumers and even expand out into the wider community.
It's not about fear - it's about confidence, control and knowing what really matters.
Steve Sheppard is a Cyber Protect Officer from Devon and Cornwall Police, currently seconded to the South West Cyber Resilience Centre (SWCRC), where he works as CEO and co-director. His role is to help local businesses and organisations stay safer online. Steve has spent years working in crime prevention, online safety, and community engagement. He’s passionate about making cyber security simple and accessible for everyone, especially smaller businesses and community groups.
Joseph Ross is a Cyber Protect Officer from Wiltshire Police and co-director of the SWCRC. He also leads on the Centre’s work with local universities, helping students gain real-world experience in cyber awareness and safety. With a background in education and technology, Joe focuses on practical, easy-to-understand support that helps organisations take small steps to protect themselves online
