Defending Your Organization Against Rage Farming Training Course
June 16th, Toronto
About the Event
About the Training
Rage farming is one of the most sophisticated digital threats facing corporate and government communicators today. Malicious actors provoke online outrage, distort narratives, and weaponize misinformation to damage reputations, disrupt operations, and erode trust.
This comprehensive, full day, training course will give you the skills, tools, and practical frameworks to detect, neutralize, and prevent rage farming attacks before they escalate.
Why This Training is Essential for You
Rage farming is a targeted attack strategy that:
- Distorts Corporate & Government Messages – Amplifies misinformation to erode trust
- Exploits Social Media Algorithms – Spreads outrage faster than corrections
- Creates Reputational & Financial Risks – Can result in stock losses, policy reversals, and regulatory backlash
- Drains Internal Resources – Crisis response teams struggle with response overload
If you're not prepared, your organization is vulnerable. This training will give you the proven defense strategies used by leading crisis communication experts.
Top 5 Benefits of Attending
- Detect & Prevent Attacks Before They Escalate – Learn to identify early warning signs of rage farming and misinformation campaigns.
- Master the 24-Hour Response Playbook – Get a step-by-step framework to respond quickly and effectively to digital manipulation.
- Gain Hands-On Experience Through Crisis Simulations – Work through real-world scenarios and develop response strategies in an interactive setting.
- Protect Your Organization’s Reputation & Leadership – Implement proactive strategies to safeguard your brand, executives, and employees from online harassment.
- Walk Away with Exclusive Crisis Tools & Templates – Receive a Truth Bank template, crisis response frameworks, and a practical guide to strengthen your organization’s digital defense.
What You'll Receive
- Exclusive Crisis Communication Templates – Ready-to-use response frameworks
- Comprehensive Practical Guide (PDF Format) – Detailed resource for implementing best practices
Meet Your Expert Trainer
Philippe Borremans is a recognized leader in crisis, emergency and risk communication, with over 25 years of global experience advising governments, multinational corporations, and international organizations on navigating threats and disinformation.
A published author and keynote speaker, Philippe specializes in designing real-world crisis simulations and strategic response frameworks. This practical, no-fluff training will give you the exact tools and methodologies used by top organizations to stay ahead of digital threats.
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Facts & Figures
- Rage farming is one of the biggest digital threats today. Malicious actors manipulate social media algorithms to spread misinformation, provoke outrage, and damage reputations.
- Crisis teams are struggling to keep up. Without a clear response strategy, organizations risk reputational harm, financial losses, and internal resource drain.
- This training provides a proven defense. You’ll gain practical tools, real-world case studies, and a step-by-step response framework to detect, neutralize, and prevent rage farming attacks before they escalate.
Speakers
Philippe Borremans Author, "Mastering Crisis Communication with ChatGPT: A Practical Guide,"
Agenda
Registration and Networking
Opening Keynote: The Rise of Rage Farming
- Understanding the phenomenon of rage farming
- Real-world case studies: United Airlines, Bud Light, and others
- The impact on corporate reputation and business stability
Identifying Rage Farming Attacks
- Key characteristics of manufactured outrage
- Early warning signs: spotting coordination patterns and engagement spikes
- Differentiating legitimate criticism from manipulated narratives
- Interactive exercise: Analyzing real and simulated case studies to detect rage farming tactics
Coffee Break
Building a Strong Defense: The Truth Bank Strategy
- Creating a “Truth Bank” for rapid response
- Effective messaging techniques to counter false narratives
- The role of digital monitoring and fact-checking
- Workshop activity: Developing an organizational Truth Bank with key messaging frameworks
Networking Lunch
Crisis Management: The First 24 Hours
- Step-by-step response plan for rage farming incidents
- Engaging stakeholders: employees, media, investors, and the public
- Avoiding common mistakes: when to respond and when to stay silent
- Breakout session: Simulating a live crisis response in teams
Digital and Physical Security Considerations
- Cybersecurity threats: protecting corporate assets
- Real-world threats: safety considerations for employees
- Best practices for social media management and personal security
Afternoon Break
Building Long-Term Resilience
- Developing internal policies to prevent future attacks
- Training teams on media literacy and crisis communication
- Establishing strong stakeholder relationships to combat misinformation
- Action planning session: Participants develop customized resilience strategies for their organizations
Closing Remarks and Q&A
- Key takeaways from the day
- Open Q&A with industry experts
- Next steps and resources for continued learning
End of Training
