About this event
🔐 Consultation Webinar: Guidelines for Cybersecurity Standards and Data Protection Protocols
The Financial Services Commission (FSC) invites all licensees and registrants to participate in a consultation webinar on the Draft Guidelines for Cybersecurity Standards and Data Protection Protocols.
💻 This session will provide an overview of the proposed Guidelines, including governance, risk management, operational cybersecurity controls, compliance requirements, the proportionality principle, and the proposed supervisory approach.
Participants will also learn about findings from the Cybersecurity and Data Protection Questionnaire and stakeholder feedback received to date.
💬 Your feedback matters! This consultation provides an opportunity to share perspectives, raise questions, identify practical implementation considerations, and contribute to the development of the Guidelines.
📅 Event Details
Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Belize Time (CST/GMT-6)
📍 Format: Webinar via Livestorm
👥 Audience: FSC Licensees and Registrants (Regulated Entities)
🛡️ Key Discussion Areas
- The importance of cybersecurity and data protection in safeguarding information and strengthening operational resilience.
- Proposed governance, risk management, operational cybersecurity controls, and compliance requirements.
- Application of the proportionality principle.
- The proposed supervisory approach.
- Findings from the Cybersecurity and Data Protection Questionnaire and stakeholder feedback received on the draft Guidelines.
- Practical implementation considerations, areas requiring clarification, and further stakeholder recommendations.
🎯 Why Attend?
By participating, you will have the opportunity to:
💡 Gain insight into the proposed regulatory expectations.
🤝 Share experiences, perspectives, and practical solutions.
📝 Provide feedback to help inform the development of the Guidelines.
🔒 Contribute to strengthening cybersecurity resilience and data protection practices across Belize’s financial services sector.
We encourage all regulated entities to participate actively in this consultation. We look forward to your feedback and collaboration!
Hosted by
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Team member
Kerwin Samuels Compliance Auditor @ Financial Service CommissionT
Kerwin Samuels is a Compliance Auditor at the Financial Services Commission, supporting the supervision of registrants and licensees. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance and contributes to strengthening compliance within Belize’s non-banking financial sector.
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Team member
Edney Campos Senior Auditor @ Financial Services CommissionT
Edney Campos is a Senior Compliance Auditor at the FSC, overseeing licensees and registrants to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration and has experience as an external financial auditor and accountant.
Financial Services Commission, Belize
The Financial Services Commission of Belize regulates and supervises non-bank financial services, including capital markets. Its mission: To protect investors; ensure fair, efficient, and transparent markets; reduce systemic risks and support the development of Belize's Financial Services industry.
