CBIZ MHM Tampa Bay hosted the annual year end CPE breakfast last week at Feather Sound Country Club. The seminar kicked off with Tampa Bay Managing Director Paul Dunham’s presentation on federal tax updates. Paul has more than 25 years of experience in public accounting and serves both public and privately held companies on a wide range of strategic tax issues.

Eric Brust, CEO of Matthews Benefit Group, and Derek Johnson, Account Executive with Transamerica Financial Advisors, followed Paul’s presentation with an informational session on how businesses can utilize tax advantaged plans and reduce fiduciary risk. Eric has more than 10 years of experience consulting with public, private and not for profit employers on pension, post-retirement medical/life and other employee benefits issues. Derek has more than 16 years of experience with Transamerica helping individuals, families and businesses succeed through the balance of innovation, education and action.

Wrapping up the breakfast was Yong-Gon Chon, CEO of Cyber Risk Management, who discussed the security threats facing U.S. businesses today. Yong-Gon reviewed significant trends in supply chain threats, current breach data, and strategic solutions and countermeasures to stop cybercriminals, including insider threats. Yong-Gon has more than 20 years of experience building and leading global security teams and is responsible for all aspects of business rhythm.

For more information on our Year end CPE event, contact Paul Dunham at 727.572.1400 or pdunham@cbiz.com.