Why Attend?
Register now for an exclusive webinar designed for MSPs and IT service providers who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cyber-compliance is not just a legal obligation—it’s a strategic opportunity. This webinar will dive deep into how you can leverage cyber-compliance to expand into untapped markets, differentiate your services, and drive new revenue streams.
Our expert panel, including a top cybersecurity and compliance authority, a seasoned attorney specializing in IT legal matters, and the leader of a major IT industry association, will provide invaluable insights. They’ll discuss the growing demand for compliance in sectors like insurance, legal, and beyond, and how you can position your business to meet these needs.
As a special incentive, all registrants will receive a comprehensive Written Information Security Policy and Plan. Plus, our panelists will be offering additional resources and consultations to attendees who opt in for follow-up sessions. Don’t miss this chance to equip your business with the tools to thrive in a competitive market.
The Speakers
Al Alper
Al Alper is Co-Founder and CEO of CyberGuard360, a channel-only company providing advanced cybersecurity platforms to MSPs, MSSPs and IT Service Providers, and Absolute Logic, CT-based an MSP specializing in security and compliance. Al is a leading expert and highly sought-after speaker on cybersecurity, cyber-compliance, technology, and IT strategy. He is an Amazon best-selling author; his “Revealed!” series of books are written in plain English, eschewing technobabble and cyber-speak to increase understanding and help business owners better source technology and security services. These books are an extension of what he calls his “personal mission to protect businesses from predatory practices and people who prey on businesses that don’t have the resources to make better decisions based on an understanding of the technology and threat landscape.”
Al is passionate about security and compliance, evangelizing that, rather than catch-phrases or afterthoughts, they are outcomes of a company’s culture. He can be found proselytizing about culture as a primary driver of security and compliance to international CEO’s at NASDAQ, in the halls of Harvard Business School and MIT, and in myriad boardrooms around the country and in other countries.
Bradley Gross
Bradley Gross is the founding partner of the Law Office of Bradley Gross, P.A., a law firm that specializes in transactions involving technology service providers, VARs, technology solution resellers, cloud solution providers, IT professionals and technology companies worldwide. Bradley is one of the leading international legal authorities in cloud transactions and has been named on fourteen occasions to the national list of ‘Super Lawyers’ in IT & Technology Law. Having counseled thousands of MSPs across the country, Brad has “seen it all and done it all” when it comes to managed service transactions. Brad also runs the Technology Bradcast podcast, covering security, licensing, and contract issues for MSPs. He is also the founding partner of MSPTerms, a cloud-based document management platform engineered for MSPs.
Bradley Gross is the founding partner of the Law Office of Bradley Gross, P.A., a law firm that specializes More
Jerry Koutavas
Focusing on fostering community and developing strategic services, Jerry Koutavas leads The ASCII Group as President. His role involves overseeing initiatives that boost the value proposition for ASCII member companies. A prominent figure in the IT Channel, Koutavas brings almost three decades of industry experience to his position. He is an alumnus of Salisbury University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree.
Focusing on fostering community and developing strategic services, Jerry Koutavas leads The ASCII Group as President. More
Brian Laufer
Brian Laufer is the Vice President at QuoteWerks / Aspire Technologies, Inc. with a focus onBusiness and Software Development. A seasoned executive with a robust background in IT consulting and software development, Brian brings a unique perspective to his role. As a pivotal member of the QuoteWerks leadership team, he is instrumental in driving strategic growth and innovation.
Laufer’s deep understanding of both the business and technical aspects of the industry empowers him to foster strong partnerships with distributors, CRMs, PSAs, and other key stakeholders. His commitment to empowering business owners and sales professionals is evident in his tireless efforts to educate the QuoteWerks community and ensure seamless integration of their solutions. Through his collaborative approach and visionary leadership, Brian is propelling QuoteWerks to the forefront of the industry.
Brian Laufer is the Vice President at QuoteWerks / Aspire Technologies, Inc. with a focus onBusiness and Software Development. More
Vikesh Patel
Vikesh Patel, VP of Partner Success, is a driving force behind the company’s bold leap into Compliance-as-a-Service (CaaS). After a pivotal meeting with Al at ASCII 2023, where the vision for CaaS was laid out, Vikesh immediately took action. The journey was challenging, marked by thousands of mistakes, hundreds of hours of effort, and months of intense learning. But in February 2024, Vikesh’s dedication paid off with the successful launch of the company’s CaaS offering—a move that has since transformed the business’s outlook.
Now, Vikesh is focused on securing deals that could redefine the company’s future, leveraging their strategic insight and unwavering determination to push the business to new heights. Vikesh Patel is not just shaping the present but also paving the way for a future of immense potential.
Vikesh Patel, VP of Partner Success, is a driving force behind the company’s bold leap into Compliance-as-a-Service (CaaS). More