EZShield Releases Dual Exclusive Resources for Financial Institutions To Protect Account Holders From Identity Crimes

EZShield, a portfolio company of The Wicks Group (“Wicks”), today announced a series of new resources tailored to address how Financial Institutions (FIs) can combat identity crimes and mobile cybersecurity threats as it impacts the omni-channel customer experience. Now, in its third edition, EZShield has just released an industry-essential eBook, The 2018 Field Guide to Identity Crime: The Financial Institution’s Guide to Protecting Account Holders in 2019. In conjunction with the eBook release, EZShield will present a free, exclusive 15-minute webinar on Wednesday, February 13^th at 8 AM PT | 11 AM ET. Both the eBook and the Webinar have been created in support of FIs on a quest to protect account holders against the growing cyber threats in today’s digitally connected world.
 
THE 2018 FIELD GUIDE TO IDENTITY CRIME EBOOK
 
More than 79 million Americans were victims of identity crimes in 2017. That’s two new identity crime victims every second. In light of the challenges facing today’s FIs, EZShield has reimagined its annual eBook on the topic, now in its third edition, and published this critical resource to further address how to best protect account holders in 2019. In the age of mega data breaches, social media hacks, phishing emails, and of course, the Dark Web, FIs need to know exactly what they and their account holders are facing and how to significantly reduce their vulnerabilities. Learn more and download EZShield’s eBook today.
 
COMPLEMENTARY 15-MINUTE WEBINAR
 
As part of EZShield’s mission to protect FI customers from identity crimes, the company will host a complementary 15-minute webinar for Financial Services Professionals who want a deeper understand of the fraud ecosystem, the impact of identity theft on account holders, and what can be done to fight back.

• WHAT: Bridging Consumers’ Digital Risks & Rewards: Three Ways Financial Institutions Can Empower & Protect Account Holders in 2019
• WHEN: Weds. Feb. 13^th, 2019 | 8 AM PST / 11 AM EST
• WHERE: Online — complete the registration form today:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1560045767851892739?source=EZS-PR  
• WHO: This webinar is ideal for Financial Service Professionals responsible for protecting account holder data and fortifying relationships with customers.

Find out more and reserve your webinar spot now.
 
 
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About EZShield
EZShield helps trusted partners protect their most valuable asset – their customer relationships — through secure, digital identity protection and resolution services that enhance the value of existing products. The company is consistently recognized by Javelin as a leader in Identity Protection. Owned by the Wicks Group of Companies, L.L.C., EZShield supports thousands of financial institutions through its award-winning solutions, delivered on a secure, flexible platform that is backed by best-in-class customer support. Follow EZShield on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook, and engage with us on LinkedIn. Learn more at www.ezshield.com.
 
About The Wicks Group
The Wicks Group is a private investment firm based in New York City that invests in lower middle market information businesses that create and deliver niche content and services to the business, consumer and education markets. Since its founding in 1989, Wicks has invested over $1 billion of capital in more than 30 platform companies and approximately 100 add-on acquisitions. The firm has applied a consistent investment strategy since its founding, partnering with high-quality, experienced management teams to build businesses organically and through acquisitions. Learn more at www.wicksgroup.com.

Contact Information

Maria Miller or Justine Schneider

Account Directors

Moxie Mettle

ezshieldidentityforce@moxiemettle.com