Webinar: How milling operations can recover from ransomware attacks

Experience the harrowing journey of a mill targeted by a ransomware attack based on events from multiple real-world incidents. Understand the multiple phases of the attack from initial exploitation to system compromise, operations disruption, and the arduous recovery process. In this exclusive webinar, learn the critical steps taken to restore milling operations, enhance security, and safeguard the supply chain from industry experts Brandon Bohle, Endpoint Security Team Lead, and Ben Langstraat, Automation Manager at Interstates. Gain crucial insights into the challenges faced by the industry and the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures to mitigate risks and protect milling operations.

This webinar will broadcast at 9:00 AM CDT (Chicago) / 3:00 PM BST (London) / 10:00 PM CST (Beijing).

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

1. The devastating impact of ransomware attacks on milling operations and the supply chain.

2. The necessity of a robust incident response plan and regular backups to enable efficient recovery.

3. The urgency for proactive cybersecurity measures to prevent and mitigate cyber threats in the milling industry.

This webinar is sponsored by Interstates and presented by Feed and Grain, and Feed Strategy.

Speaker Information:

Brandon Bohle is Endpoint Security Team Lead for Interstates 

Brandon Bohle is Endpoint Security Team Lead for Interstates and has been with the company since 2016. Brandon has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer and Network Security and a Master of Science degree in Information Assurance from Dakota State University. His primary responsibilities at Interstates include cybersecurity governance and compliance, analyzing and recommending cybersecurity improvements, and endpoint system security. Brandon is a Certified Information Systems Auditor and Certified Information Systems Security Professional and enjoys helping others learn how they can continue to improve on their cybersecurity journey. Brandon lives in Sioux Falls, SD with his wife and 2 children.

Ben Langstraat, Automation Manager at Interstates

Ben Langstraat serves as an Automation Manager at Interstates, where he began in 2002 within the control systems support group. Over the years, he has assumed diverse responsibilities, including managing a controls division, leading delivery teams, and overseeing key client accounts and market sectors. Ben is an expert in the milling and grains industry and has a background in PLC’s and industrial communications. Ben and his wife have 2 children and actively participates in Scouting during his leisure time.