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4/9/20
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By David Durko

During these trying times we are seeing a meteoric rise in cyber security threats targeting user credentials, financial information and sensitive business data. The current environment presents specific risks and opportunities for hoteliers. More than 185,000 new domains were created in March 2020 for the sole purpose to lure unwitting users and steal sensitive data. Here are 7 steps hotels can take today!
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The HU High Five - Danny Hudson

In a new web series hosted by Rich Siegel, The HU High Five reaches out to people in the hotel industry to find out what's going on in their world and how they're dealing with these challenging times. 

In this week's episode Rich talks with Danny Hudson about his story with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts; as Danny shares his predictions for the recovery period and the future of the hotel industry. 
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By Renie Cavallari

I know that in some ways this has become more difficult. What can you say when you don’t have all the answers? What can you do for those who were laid off or furloughed? And to those who are still working beside you, how can you decrease their fears around the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the unknown?
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The Hotelier’s Playbook For A Down Economy: Striving To Be Resilient
By Cindy Estis Green


To survive during an economic downturn, a business needs to be proactive in both revenue optimization and cost control. In "The Hotelier’s Playbook for a Down Economy," Cindy Estis Green provides the operational playbook needed to keep your hotel’s performance strong.
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Quore Helps Hotel Properties Transition to Isolation Wards for COVID-19 Patient Overflow


Aptech’s 50 Years: Powerful Tech Innovation, Family Culture, Trusted Partner
INDUSTRY NEWS
Message from Arne Sorenson, Marriott CEO

Marriott International Notifies Guests of Property System Incident

ASSOCIATION NEWS
AHLA Supports Plan to Add Funds For Small Business Loans, Seeks Additional Action to Protect Hotel Jobs

15,000 U.S. Hotels Sign Up To Support Healthcare Community

HFTP Presents “Best of HFTP” with Co-Located Events in October 2020, Including HITEC San Antonio, HFTP Annual Convention, Club Forum and Entrepreneur 20X

Hotel Industry Foundation Announces Free Training, Education Courses For Hotel Employees

AHLA Applauds House Passage of CARES Act

AHLA Applauds Senate Passage of CARES Act

Hotels Nationwide Sign Up To Support First Responders; Provide Housing

HSMAI Provides Special Report and Other Resources for Hospitality Professionals in the Midst of Coronavirus Crisis

State by State Breakdown: Negative Impact Of Coronavirus Pandemic on Hotel Industry Employment

The following is a statement from Chip Rogers, AHLA president and CEO, on the progress on the CARES Act now being negotiated in the Senate

HSMAI ROC Americas in San Antonio Announces New 2020 Dates

PARTNER NEWS
Agilysys Announces Response to COVID-19

Future Hoteliers Help Design Infor Mobile Pricing App

Koch Industries Completes Acquisition of Infor

Clairvoyix Announces Their Rapid Recovery Response – R3

Live Survey Reveals 50 percent of Hotels Not Planning to Close Properties Due to COVID-19

Shift4 Payments Launches Shift4Cares.com to Raise Over $200 Million for Small Businesses and Highlight Economic Impact of COVID-19

Hotel One Sixty-Six Selects Agilysys PMS & Payment Solutions to Optimize the Guest Journey & Secure Guest Information

Hotel Effectiveness Launches New Mobile Apps and Updates to MyHotelTeam
FEATURING: Security
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions reimagines how people move through their world. Whether that world is a hotel, cruise ship, student accommodation or elderly care facility, the company’s proven expertise in customer journey mapping, innovation and service design continues to lead to the development of new solutions that create added value for its clients and exceptional experiences for their end users.
dormakaba USA Inc makes access in life smart and secure. As one of the top three companies in the industry, dormakaba USA Inc is the trusted partner for products, solutions and services for access to buildings and rooms from a single source. With strong brands such as Dorma, Kaba and Best in its portfolio, the company and its numerous cooperation partners are represented in over 130 countries worldwide.
React Mobile is a global leader in providing panic button solutions for hotels. Its hospitality safety platform helps hotels keep their employees safe. The React Mobile system is an open and flexible platform that allows management to deploy response resources to the exact location of an emergency within seconds of an alert, getting help to where it’s needed anywhere on or off property. In an emergency, quick response times are essential and React Mobile gives users the tools to react fast.
SALTO Systems delivers state-of-the-art, wire-free, and keyless electronic access control solutions and has established a very strong presence in hospitality. Our innovative and reliable electronic locking solutions improve guest experience, hotel management, design, and security for hotel rooms, suites, back-of-house, meeting space infrastructure and more. 
Security Validation is a leading provider of data security and privacy advisory services. It is an industry innovator offering cutting-edge solutions that are efficient, effective and affordable for properties of any size. Security Validation offers PCI compliance and GDPR packages that include all of the policies, procedures and training necessary to achieve compliance. 
Drawing on decades of experience, VENZA is a data protection company that can help organizations mitigate their vulnerabilities and ensure compliance, keeping guests and their data safe from breaches. By delivering a security solution for readiness, reassurance and response, VENZA offers 360-degree visibility for proactive management of risks — so users can focus on guest service and building trust in their brand. 
Because of the current conditions, we will be working from our home offices in order to follow quarantine orders. Wishing health and positivity to everyone. Stay home if you can and thank you to everyone serving at the frontlines of this pandemic.
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