Please join us in congratulating Tracey Pierce, Senior Vice President | Chief Financial Officer, on her 10th anniversary with BWD! Tracey works hard to ensure that the financial needs and future success of our customers are the focus of BWD. As part of the Senior Management team, Tracey helps keep BWD one of the strongest banks in the nation. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to our customers and staff, Tracey!

Portage Chamber's Annual Breakfast

We "loved" the energy at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Breakfast! So proud to be a sponsor and support this amazing community.

Please help us celebrate Customer Service Representative, Heather Nichols, as she marks her 5th anniversary with BWD! Always willing to lend a hand in any way possible, Heather consistently provides outstanding service to our customers and is known for her strong work ethic. Thanks for your dedication to our customers throughout the years, Heather. Congrats!

BWD is Banking on Relationships

Ready to make 2024 your best year yet? Swing by and meet with one of our expert Personal Bankers who can assist you in kickstarting your financial goals. Whether it's saving for a project, accessing your accounts online, or using our mobile app, we're here to assist you at every stage!

Did you know the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation offers two scholarships to Wisconsin students annually? Now through March 15, 2024, the Foundation is accepting applications for the 2024 Spring Scholarship. For more information or to apply, visit wisbankfoundation.org/scholarships. Good luck to all who apply!

BWD Education Center

Whether you’re enjoying the winter or eagerly awaiting spring, BWD is here to help you navigate the seasons with financial expertise all year round. Can’t make it in? Visit our online Education Center for product tutorials, click-thru demos and a library of videos on a wide range of financial literacy topics.

In 2024, for cybersecurity, we're entering an era where advanced AI tools and intricate social engineering tactics (especially during election years) are changing the game. To avoid potential cyber threats, businesses, governments and individuals must grasp the following emerging trends:

1. Rise of Cybersecurity AI: AI is playing a bigger role in cybersecurity, helping to predict and counter threats.
2. Election Year Disinformation: During election years, like 2024, beware of heightened risks from misinformation campaigns.
3. Escalation of Ransomware Attacks: Ransomware attacks are on the rise, demanding stronger defense strategies.
4. AI-Based Predictive Social Engineering: Cybercriminals are using AI to personalize phishing campaigns, exploiting human vulnerabilities like never before.
5. National U.S. Data Privacy Act: The U.S. is moving towards establishing a national data privacy act, emphasizing the importance of protecting personal information.
6. Cyberattacks on Cannabis Retailers: Cyber threats are targeting the booming cannabis industry, urging better security measures.
7. Zero Trust Security: Zero trust security is gaining momentum, emphasizing continuous verification to protect organizational assets.
8. FEMA Cyber Insurance: FEMA may step in to provide cyber insurance, addressing gaps left by commercial carriers and ensuring coverage for critical services.

In conclusion, the cybersecurity landscape in 2024 demands advanced strategies from organizations: understand trends, implement best practices, and collaborate with experts for robust defense.

Source: Drolet, M. (2023, December 26). Eight Cybersecurity Trends To Watch For 2024. Forbes.com.

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