Lessons from a Ransomware Negotiator

Lessons from a Ransomware Negotiator

Back by Popular Demand – A Rare Look Into Real Ransomware Cases!

Wednesday June 25, from 2:00-3:00 PM EST

When a ransomware attack hits, chaos follows — and some organizations turn to professional negotiators to navigate the crisis and minimize damage.

In this exclusive live webinar, we’re sitting down once again with Jason Kotler, Founder and CEO of CyberSteward Inc - a veteran ransomware negotiator who’s helped organizations manage high-stakes cyber extortion events.

His last session at QBITS 2025 fascinated the audience and left attendees saying things like “I could have listened to this for hours.” Now, we’re bringing him back for a fresh and extended conversation.

What You’ll Learn:

• What really happens during a ransomware negotiation – and how professionals manage the process
• How threat actors think: tactics, pressure points, and psychological plays they use
• Where most companies go wrong in their response – and how to avoid those costly mistakes
• Should you ever pay? The ethics, risks, and legal factors negotiators weigh
• How to prepare now: internal playbooks, communication strategies, and pre-attack decisions that make a difference

Whether you’re a CISO, IT leader, or just looking to sharpen your incident response readiness, this is a session you can’t afford to miss.