Opening presentations Day 1 - GASS Americas 2024

We are excited to announce that the impactful opening sessions from Ken Westbrook (CEO, Stop Scams Alliance), Kate Griffin (Program Director, Aspen Institute) and Lisa Plaggemier (Executive Director, National Cybersecurity Alliance) are now available to read.
These thought leaders set the stage for an inspiring summit focused on combating scams, empowering communities, and creating a safer digital world.
Don’t miss the chance to explore their insightful presentations and join the global effort to combat scams. Together, we are building a safer digital future.
Ken Westbrook - Stop Scams Alliance.pdf
Kate Griffin - National task force on fraud and scam prevention.pdf
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