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REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T061345 CREATED:20260319T191427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T151438Z UID:9137-1796029200-1796403600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:C)NFE: Certified Network Forensics Examiner DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn this course you will cover 20+ modules of network forensic topics. The C)NFE provides practical experience through our lab exercises that simulate real-world scenarios covering investigation and recovery of data in network. The C)NFE focuses on centralizing and investigating logging systems as well as network devices. \n  \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will: \n\nHave knowledge to perform network forensic examinations\nBe able to accurately report on their findings\, and\nBe ready to sit for the C)NFE exam\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\n\n2 years networking experience\n2 years in IT Security\nWorking knowledge of TCPIP\n\n\n\n \n \n Virtual - C)NFE: Certified Network Forensics Examiner\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 08/17/2026 - 08/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 11/30/2026 - 12/02/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: Mile2\nExam: Mile2 C)NFE\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cnfe-certified-network-forensics-examiner-3/ CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T061345 CREATED:20260319T222124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T151226Z UID:9121-1796029200-1796403600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:CompTIA: A+ Core 1 DESCRIPTION:Description\nCompTIA A+ Core 1 is the first of two exams required to earn the industry-standard A+ certification\, designed to launch your tech career. This exam focuses on foundational skills in hardware\, networking\, mobile devices\, and troubleshooting. Passing Core 1 and Core 2 prepares you for roles like IT support specialist and help desk technician while building the knowledge needed to pursue advanced certifications like Network+ and Security+. \n  \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will: \n\nInstall\, configure\, and maintain computer equipment\, mobile devices\, and software for end users.\nService components based on customer requirements.\nUnderstand networking basics and apply basic cybersecurity methods to mitigate threats.\nProperly and safely diagnose\, resolve\, and document common hardware and software issues.\nApply troubleshooting skills and provide customer support using appropriate communication skills.\nUnderstand the basics of scripting\, cloud technologies\, virtualization\, and multi-OS deployments in corporate environments.\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\nNone \n\n \n \n Virtual - CompTIA: A+ Core 1\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 08/03/2026 - 08/05/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 09/21/2026 - 09/23/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 11/30/2026 - 12/02/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: CompTIA\nExam: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101)\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/comptia-a-core-1-3/ CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T061345 CREATED:20260320T131457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T160344Z UID:8998-1796029200-1796403600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:CyberSec First Responder (CFR) DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course covers network defense and incident response methods\, tactics\, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST 800-61r2 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide)\, US-CERT’s National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP)\, and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)-41 on Cyber Incident Coordination. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with the responsibility of monitoring and detecting security incidents in information systems and networks\, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces tools\, tactics\, and procedures to manage cybersecurity risks\, identify various types of common threats\, evaluate the organization’s security\, collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence\, and remediate and report incidents as they occur. This course provides a comprehensive methodology for individuals responsible for defending the cybersecurity of their organization. \n  \nPre-Requisites\nTo ensure your success in this course\, you should meet the following requirements: \n\nAt least two years (recommended) of experience or education in computer network security technology or a related field.\nThe ability or curiosity to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context of risk management.\nFoundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in network environments. Safeguards include\, but are not limited to\, firewalls\, intrusion prevention systems\, and VPNs.\nGeneral knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in computing environments. Safeguards include\, but are not limited to\, basic authentication and authorization\, resource permissions\, and anti-malware mechanisms.\nFoundation-level skills with some of the common operating systems for computing environments.\nEntry-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments\, such as routing and switching.\nGeneral or practical knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols\, including\, but not limited to\, TCP\, IP\, UDP\, DNS\, HTTP\, ARP\, ICMP\, and DHCP.\n\n\n \n \n Virtual - CyberSec First Responder (CFR)\n \n \n Attendee Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n \n 04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 06/15/2026 - 06/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 07/10/2026 - 07/14/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 08/24/2026 - 08/28/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 09/07/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 10/05/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 11/30/2026 - 12/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \n \n 01/04/2027 - 01/08/2027 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unknown\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: CertNexus\nExam: CFR\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cybersec-first-responder-cfr-8/ CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T093000 DTSTAMP:20260425T061345 CREATED:20260414T142458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T160526Z UID:10241-1796371200-1796376600@geaugagrowthpartnership.com SUMMARY:Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) Breakfast - December 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the December Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast on Friday\, December 4\, 2026\, co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. This monthly breakfast series brings together local business\, nonprofit\, and community leaders to network\, learn\, and collaborate while fostering awareness of the people\, services\, and opportunities shaping our region. \nCo-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga. These events are an opportunity to bring business and industry leaders together with our community to network\, learn\, and collaborate. Each event is intended to foster a heightened awareness of business\, industry\, and public services present in Geauga County and to facilitate networking among the members of those sectors. Anyone working or living in Geauga County will benefit from learning more about our local employers and services. \nSpend time networking before the program. A Continental Breakfast\, coffee and water are provided.\n8:00 am – Breakfast & Networking\n8:30 am – 9:30 am – Program \nThis FREE event is hosted right inside the main doors of KSU Geauga\, facing Claridon-Troy Road. \n\n \n \n Geauga Economic Leadership - December 2026\n \n \n First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Company(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Are you or your organization a GGP member?\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n \n \n Unsure\n Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training. \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings. URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/geauga-economic-leadership-g-e-l-breakfast-december-2026/ LOCATION:KSU Geauga\, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road\, Burton\, OH\, 44021\, United States CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,GEL,Networking END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR