Articles tagged “security”

Event Management

RIMS Enhances Security Measures for RISKWORLD in San Diego

Extra security precautions were put in place at this year’s RIMS RISKWORLD conference in San Diego after an active shooter situation shut down the final day of the 2023 conference in Atlanta.

Andrea Doyle | 7 months ago

Industry News

Lawsuits Allege MGM, Caesars Neglected Cybersecurity Preparedness  

Rewards members filed lawsuits against the gaming companies citing a lack of adequate cybersecurity measures. Can the possibility of similar attacks put attendee data at risk?

Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago

Technology

AI Event Tech Targets Enterprise Adoption

A new paid, but yet unpriced, version of Gevme and PCMA's AI event technology tool features enterprise-level data security. A two-level training program is also in the works.

Miguel Neves | 1 year ago

Industry News

New Cybersecurity Reporting Requirement to Impact Meetings

A new SEC disclosure ruling requires all U.S. public companies to disclose cyberattacks. This adds a new level of complexity to risk management for any planners working with or for these companies.

Alan Kleinfeld | 1 year ago

Destinations

Attendee Safety Takes Precedence Above All Else 

There is no more important focus of a meeting or conference than keeping attendees safe and secure. Destination Marketing Organizations can play an important role in ensuring attendee safety.

Andrea Doyle | 1 year ago

Event Management

New Jersey Governor Signs Legislation Focused on Security for Large Venues

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed legislation that requires certain public venues to submit emergency plans to law enforcement agencies to prepare for mass casualty and active shooter events.  

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Event Design

What the Rushdie Attack Can Teach Events About Better Stage Protection

When Salman Rushdie was stabbed on stage in full view of the audience at a speaking engagement at the Chautauqua Institution, it was the latest in a series of high-profile attacks during public events. What can event planners do to ensure this doesn't happen at their gatherings?

Lisa Skriloff | 2 years ago