WTS-LA: Integrating Cybersecurity & Physical Security

As supply chains grow increasingly complex and cyber threats become more sophisticated, the seamless integration of physical and digital security is necessary to safeguarding critical transportation infrastructure. This panel unites industry executives and security professionals from the Port of Los Angeles, Hollywood Burbank Airport, and Metrolink to share the unique security challenges faced by each transportation mode. Experts will discuss emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices for protecting freight and passenger transit networks against cyberattacks, physical breaches, and operational disruptions. This program is sponsored by WTS-LA Platinum Corporate Partner, HDR.

Panelists:

• Doreen Yonemura, Port of Los Angeles, CRC Manager
• Gregory Rabinovitz, Hollywood Burbank Airport, Chief of Staff
• Hilary Konczal, Metrolink, Chief Safety, Security & Compliance Officer

Moderator:

• Brett Brandle, AIA, Transit Architecture Principal, HDR

Wednesday, May 21st

11:30 a.m.: Registration

12:00 p.m.: Lunch

Venue

Sheraton Grand Los Angeles

711 S. Hope Street

Los Angeles, CA 90017

Registration

WTS-LA Members: $90

Non-Member: $150 (Not a Member? JOIN NOW!)

Public Sector, Educator, and Student WTS Members: $55

Public Sector Educator, and Student WTS Non-Members: $65

Private Sector/Educator Table of Eight: $960

Public Sector Table of Eight: $520

Event Sponsorships

Diamond Event Sponsor: $600. Specific to this event only. 1 available. Company recognition during the presentation and in event announcements, and 2 tickets to this event. Please register on Eventbrite with the names and email addresses of event attendees, and email a high-resolution jpeg of your company logo and sponsorship receipt to programs@wtsla.org and communications@wtsla.org.

Ruby Event Sponsor (Table Centerpiece Sponsor): $450. 2 available. Specific to this event only. Company recognition during the presentation and in event announcements, and 1 ticket to this event. Please register on Eventbrite with the name and email address of event attendee, and email a high-resolution jpeg of your company logo and sponsorship receipt to programs@wtsla.org and communications@wtsla.org.

Emerald Event Sponsor: $300. Specific to this event only. 3 available. Company recognition during the presentation and in event announcements, and 1 ticket to this event. Please register on Eventbrite with the name and email address of event attendee, and email a high-resolution jpeg of your company logo and sponsorship receipt to programs@wtsla.org and communications@wtsla.org.

Scholarship Donation

Round-up your ticket price during checkout to donate towards the WTS-LA Scholarships Program! All proceeds will be applied towards scholarships. Note: Attendees will be required to register for an event ticket at the Member, Non-Member, Public Sector or Student pricing listed. For more information on scholarship sponsorships, contact Sara Bashir of Intueor Consulting, Inc. at scholarships@wtsla.org. For larger scholarship donations, please donate at https://connect.calfund.org/give/wts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? What if I want to pay by check?

If you have any questions about this event, how to register, or to pay by check, please contact WTS-LA Programs Co-Chair Rayna Feliciano of Hill Interational at raynafeliciano@hillintl.com / programs@wtsla.org.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Obtain a voucher at the registration desk upon checking in for the event. Parking rates are $58 for valet parking. For Public Transportation, take the A, B, or D Line to 7th & Hope Street station.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You can either bring your printed ticket or display your ticket on your mobile device using the Eventbrite app.

Will Corporate Partner vouchers be accepted for this event?

Corporate Partner vouchers WILL be accepted for this event. Vouchers are accepted for monthly Programs. If you have any further questions about the Corporate Partner benefits or vouchers, please don't hesitate to contact WTS-LA Corporate Relations Chair Rebecca Hardy of Pacifica Services at corporaterelations@wtsla.org.

What is the refund policy?

Cancellations must be made prior to Friday, May 16th at 5pm in order to receive a partial refund for individual tickets purchased. No refunds will be provided for event sponsorships, however your event sponsorship may be upgraded to a higher level. *Please note that Eventbrite no longer refunds the fees associated with each ticket purchase.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Your registration/ticket is only transferrable to another WTS member. Please contact WTS-LA Membership Chair Yolanda Baber of JGM at membership@wtsla.org for WTS membership questions.

Registration is closed, can I still register for the event?

Once registration is closed you will no longer be able to purchase tickets through the Eventbrite page. We may offer a limited number of walk-in tickets on the day of the event, but we cannot guarantee that you will receive a walk-in ticket. All walk-in tickets are subject to a $20 late fee. For availability, contact WTS-LA Programs Co-Chair Rayna Feliciano of Hill International at raynafeliciano@hillintl.com / programs@wtsla.org.