Brandon Laur

Brandon Laur is the CEO and instructor at The White Hatter, where he specializes in crafting digital literacy workshops tailored for a diverse audience, including students, parents, educators, and business professionals. His primary focus revolves around promoting internet safety and privacy, with a genuine commitment to making the digital world a safer place for everyone. His expertise encompasses Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), supported by a Master's degree in professional communication, with research centered on hackers, scammers, and more recently, teenage sexting behaviors and associated challenges.

Brandon's journey with The White Hatter has been marked by significant recognition, including the BC Medal of Good Citizenship, an Emerging Businessperson of the Year award, and the Social Innovations Youth Award. These accolades are a testament to his unwavering dedication and the positive impact of his work. Brandon is also a respected contributor to both Canadian and American media programs, where he shares valuable insights on contemporary internet challenges.

In addition to his role as an educator, Brandon plays a pivotal role as the lead coordinator for The White Hatter's professional broadcasting studio. This studio is equipped with advanced technology, including seven cameras with ten total video inputs, dedicated to delivering high-quality programs. The strategic expansion to broadcasting in 2017, embracing virtual platforms, has allowed The White Hatter to extend its reach to schools, families, and businesses worldwide.

Drawing from his research background, honed during his Master's degree, Brandon's expertise lies in studying hackers and scammers, dissecting their techniques for manipulating consumers into vulnerable situations. Recent research efforts have shifted towards the exploration of teenage sexting behavior, its associated risks, and influential factors. Brandon's commitment to research rigor ensures that the content provided by The White Hatter is not only informed by their practical experiences and the stories of those they've assisted but also grounded in strong research.