Planning with Precision, Protecting with Expertise
Our Competitive Advantage
What sets us apart? We’ve carved out a highly specialized niche that our competitors simply can’t touch. By seamlessly weaving security and planning together, we deliver powerful solutions that tackle multiple challenges at once.
Our clients don’t just work with us—they trust us completely, because we consistently exceed expectations when it matters most.
We don’t just follow industry trends; we shape them through our thought leadership and educational initiatives.
Perhaps most importantly, we reject the one-size-fits-all approach, instead providing personalized, high-touch service that transforms clients into advocates. This isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are.
At Crystal Marie Events…
we understand that a successful event requires more than just creative planning and seamless execution
It also requires the highest level of cybersecurity protection
I’m Crystal Marie
From Events to Cybersecurity: My Unconventional Path
I didn’t start in tech. I built Crystal Marie Events over a decade ago, planning destination weddings and global corporate events. But as technology evolved, I saw how vulnerable events had become to cyber threats. Data security wasn’t just a technical issue—it was critical to the success of high-profile events. That realization led me to carve out a new niche as a Cybersecurity Event Strategist, where I merge event planning expertise with cybersecurity strategy to protect organizations from digital threats.
Bridging the Gap: How I Built My Cybersecurity Expertise
Once I identified this gap, I took action. I pursued industry certifications, including ISO/IEC 27032 (an international standard that provides guidelines for cybersecurity), studied cybersecurity best practices, and collaborated with tech experts to apply cybersecurity principles to the event world. Now, I help organizations plan and protect their events, ensuring seamless execution without security risks.
Overcoming Challenges & Owning My Expertise
As a woman working at the intersection of tech and events, I’ve had to prove that cybersecurity isn’t just for traditional IT professionals. But I turned that challenge into an opportunity—leveraging my event industry knowledge to create a new standard for secure event planning. Now, I help organizations navigate event cybersecurity with confidence.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver world-class events that are not only memorable but also shielded from digital threats. We blend innovative event planning with cutting-edge security strategies, ensuring that your events are safe, compliant, and stress-free.
The Vision
We are redefining the future of event planning—where security and seamless experiences go hand in hand. In a world of ever-evolving digital threats, we are committed to setting new standards in cybersecurity event strategy, ensuring every event is not only extraordinary but also unbreachable. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, innovative, and impactful event experiences that inspire trust and confidence.
WHAT’S INSIDE
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00:00 – Introduction
01:12 – Crystal Marie’s event experience
06:07 – Event technology can get overwhelming
08:53 – It’s all about the guest experience!
09:41 – Event Cybersecurity Threat Scenario 1
12:36 – Losing money, harming event reputation
12:51 – Simple event cybersecurity solutions
13:10 – Understanding hackers and their tools
13:53 – Recovering after an event cyberattack
14:52 – Event Cybersecurity Threat Scenario 2
16:20 – Why YOU should care about cybersecurity
23:08 – NOW is the time to have an event cybersecurity plan?
26:46 – Cost-effective event cybersecurity ideas
27:26 – Security support for non-profit events!
35:03 – Closing advice for event planners
We’re Certified
Let’s Secure Your Next Event
Your event should be extraordinary—without security risks. If you’re planning a conference, corporate gathering, or industry summit, let’s talk about how I can help plan, secure, and elevate your event with cybersecurity strategy.