In this episode of Connect Germantown, host Janie Day of the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce sits down with Melanie Suria, owner of Memphis Computer Support, to unpack one of the most critical—and often overlooked—topics for today’s business owners: cybersecurity.
In this episode of Connect Germantown, host Janie Day of the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce sits down with Melanie Suria, owner of Memphis Computer Support, to unpack one of the most critical—and often overlooked—topics for today’s business owners: cybersecurity.
Melanie explains why cybersecurity is less about technology and more about the everyday decisions businesses make. From delaying system updates to reusing passwords, many small choices can quietly add up to major vulnerabilities. She also addresses one of the biggest misconceptions: that small businesses aren’t targets—when in reality, they’re often the easiest ones.
The conversation dives into how cyber threats have evolved, especially with automation and AI, making attacks faster, more scalable, and more frequent than ever before. Melanie shares real-world examples of breaches and highlights how quickly operations can be disrupted when businesses aren’t prepared.
Listeners will gain practical insights on how to reduce risk, including the importance of leadership involvement, employee training, secure backups, multi-factor authentication, and having a clear incident response plan. Melanie also emphasizes the need for layered protection—just like securing a home—to create a more resilient business environment.
Whether you currently have IT support or are unsure where to start, this episode offers a clear roadmap for strengthening your cybersecurity posture and protecting what you’ve built.
To learn more or connect with Memphis Computer Support, visit or reach out to their team directly: https://www.memphiscomputersupport.com/about-us/