March 18, 2026
10:00AM - 11:00AM

Breach, War & Your Hotel: What the Wynn Cyber Attack and Middle East Conflict Mean for Hospitality Security

Online Webinar

The Wynn Resorts breach was a wake-up call. But there's a bigger threat on the horizon that most hotel operators aren't talking about. State-sponsored cyber warfare is tied to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

From Iran-linked hacking groups to ransomware gangs operating under the cover of geopolitical chaos, the same tactics used in global cyber warfare are now hitting hotels, resorts, and hospitality networks.

In this session, we'll break down what happened at Wynn, why hospitality is the #1 target, and how escalating global cyber conflict is raising the stakes for every property, large or small.

🗂️ WHAT WE'LL COVER:

• The Wynn breach — what happened, how they got in, and why it took 5 months to detect
• How Middle East cyber warfare tactics (Iran, Hezbollah-linked groups) are bleeding into commercial cyberattacks
• Why hotels are a prime target — guest data, payment systems, and 24/7 operations make you an easy mark
• Real steps your team can take this week to reduce exposure
• How to talk to your ownership group and leadership about cyber risk

👥 WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Hotel GMs, CIOs, IT Directors, CFOs, and Operations Leaders across Ohio's hospitality industry.

⏱️ FORMAT:

45-minute presentation + 15-minute live Q&A

Host Ketan Pema, CISM, PMP Information Technology Project Manager Defenovate

Register Online Here!

10:00 - 11:00 AM

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Complimentary Event; Please register all members of your team who wish to attend

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