Learn what every hotelier should know about data breaches at WLA’s June 23 luncheon in Spokane.

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Learn what every hotelier should know about data breaches at WLA’s June 23 luncheon in Spokane.

Data breaches strike all industries, but the consequences of a breach at a lodging property can be especially severe. A breach can do irreparable harm to a company’s brand, and in recent court rulings the failure to protect guests’ information was deemed “unfair business practices” under FTC guidelines.

WLA’s Board-Hosted Luncheon on June 23 in Spokane features a presentation by industry experts on what you can do to reduce the risk of a devastating breach at your property. Join WLA at this event and get up to speed on the legal implications of data breaches. You’ll also get an overview of best practices for protecting your company and for responding quickly and effectively should a breach occur.

 

Moderated by Julie Eisenhauer, CPA, the Data Breach in the Hospitality Industry Panel provides an opportunity to:

Learn about the legal ramifications of a data breach.

Get an overview of federal and state data security and data breach requirements.

Learn how to create an effective, actionable response plan.

Find out how to protect your organization with vendor security assessments.

Learn about insurance products that address cyber risk.


Click here for Lodging Registration

Click here for Allied Member Registration

 

WLA members are invited to attend the complimentary Board-Hosted Luncheon, which takes place Tuesday, June 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center. At the luncheon, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with WLA Board Members, network with your industry peers and connect with allied members at a mini trade show. You’ll also learn about how WLA and the Washington Restaurant Association are working together to create a unified hospitality association that will deliver even greater value to our members and our industry. Register today!

 

PANELISTS

Peter leads Clark Nuber’s technology team and is a popular speaker and writer on technology in the public accounting industry. As a senior director and certified information technology professional, he assists businesses in aligning technology with their strategic business plans and has made Clark Nuber one of the Pacific Northwest’s most technologically advanced CPA firms.

Gregor Hodgson, Vice President, Parker, Smith & Feek
Gregor Hodgson is an account executive and vice president at Parker, Smith & Feek, Inc., one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest, independently owned insurance brokerages. He has been involved in the Northwest insurance market for more than 25 years as both an underwriter and broker. At PS&F, Gregor helps premiere hotels, resorts, restaurants and clubs manage their unique risks.

David H. Smith, Owner, Garvey Schubert Barer
Attorney David Smith practices in the areas of defense and complex civil litigation. As part of his practice he conducts internal investigations on behalf of clients and represents companies and individuals on a broad array of criminal matters ranging from investigation through trial by jury. He also defends companies, their owners and management in parallel civil litigation arising from allegations of misconduct.

Julie Eisenhauer, CPA, Shareholder, Clark Nuber
Julie is a shareholder in Clark Nuber’s audit and assurance practice and leads the firm’s hospitality industry niche. She works with her clients to provide high quality financial information to meet the needs of owners, investors and management, and she consults with her clients in strengthening their internal controls and operational processes.