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 Webinar   May 11th, 2022

Cybersecurity & Fraud Protection

The threat of cybercrime is steadily increasing: according to Cybersecurity Ventures, the rate of cybercrime grows at a staggering 15% year-over-year.1 This growing threat makes you more likely to fall victim to cybercrime; fortunately, there are ways you can protect yourself, and XML Financial Group is here to show you how.

On May 11 at 12 PM, Senior Wealth Advisor & Partner Eric Wightman will host a discussion on cybersecurity and fraud protection with Chief Compliance Officer Jennifer Szaro, CRCP®. Jennifer will share key insights into protecting yourself from cybercrime and fraud, and topics will include:

  • The cybersecurity best practices we employ at XML Financial Group
  • Key tips for protecting yourself on the internet—and why they are important
  • How to spot the psychological strategies cybercriminals use
  • Where to turn for trusted advice or help protecting yourself from fraud & cybercrime

1 Embroker, 2022 Must-Know Cyber Attack Statistics and Trends. (Link)

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This webinar is for educational and informational purposes only. Content is not intended to be a recommendation, solicitation or endorsement of any company, strategy or service discussed nor should it be perceived as individual advice.

Jennifer Szaro, CRCP®

Jennifer Szaro, CRCP® is the Chief Compliance Officer for XML Financial Group and the affiliated broker-dealer, XML Securities, LLC. She manages the firms’ compliance with applicable state and industry regulations, such as those under the SEC and FINRA. Jennifer also serves on the XML Leadership and Operations Committees. Having been in the industry for over 20 years, Jennifer is active in the financial services industry. She’s served as a panelist at conferences and represents input for small firm broker-dealers on FINRA’s Small Firm Advisory Committee (SFAC), which she served as chair in 2020. She was reappointed to serve a full term on the SFAC through 2023.

Jennifer has a passion for industry knowledge and continuing education. In 2012, she completed the Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional (CRCP) Program through FINRA and the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. It provides compliance, legal and regulatory professionals with an in-depth understanding of the foundation, theory and practical application of securities laws and regulation. In 2018, Jennifer became a non-public FINRA Dispute Resolution Arbitrator, having qualified through the National Arbitration and Mediation Committee.

Eric Wightman

Eric Wightman is a Senior Wealth Advisor and Partner of the XML Financial Group. He is dedicated to building lasting relationships with his clients and helping them navigate a complex world in order to build a sound financial and investment plan that centers around what matters most to them. With more than 20 years of wealth management experience, Eric has been recognized for his accomplishments by various financial publications. He also hosts the podcast “Common Sense Investing,” with the purpose of educating investors. He considers himself a value investor and firmly believes that successful investing requires having a value-oriented financial plan.

Before embarking on a career in financial services, Eric attended culinary school and worked at numerous award-winning restaurants and hotels throughout the country. Eric is committed to service in his community and has helped with fundraising for a number of local charitable organizations such as Hope Cam, the Orphan Foundation of America and The Neediest Kids.