Ransomware Unpacked: A Director’s Guide to Risk and Responsibility

Ransomware is the most common cyber event that can cripple an organization. Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting customer data, sensitive business information, and employee records, thereby increasing the risk of reputational damage and financial loss. The reality for today’s organizations is not if they will face a ransomware attack, but when.

For directors, ransomware is more than an operational risk. It represents a governance challenge with direct implications for oversight, accountability, and board readiness.

Join PwC, an ICD sponsor, on November 5, 2025, at PwC Tower in Toronto for an in-person session where cyber and crisis experts Joseph Coltson and Holly Thompson will walk through the realities of a ransomware attack. Using a real-world framework, they will highlight what to expect during a crisis, the board/management decision points, governance responsibilities specific to directors, and the building blocks of an effective response.

Format: 1-hour panel with Q+A, followed by a 1-hour cocktail reception.