Conference 2026: The Reality of a Cyber Incident and Why Cyber Insurance Isn’t Enough

Speaker(s): Rob Tarleton, Partner and Chief Innovative Officer, Double Eagle

In today’s threat landscape, cultural nonprofits face a level of cyber risk unlike anything seen before. Over the past three years alone, Double Eagle has led response efforts for more than 30 ransomware incidents across major symphonies, performing arts centers, museums, and theaters. The lessons learned are clear: cyber insurance will not save you from operational chaos, financial loss, or reputational damage.

In this eye-opening session, cybersecurity leader Rob Tarleton pulled back the curtain on what really happens during a cyber incident. Through real-world case studies drawn directly from the cultural sector, Rob illustrated the true impact of ransomware on ticketing systems, CRM platforms, digital engagement, finance operations, and donor trust.

Attendees walked away with:

• The hard truth about what cyber insurance does—and does not—cover
• Critical missteps organizations make before, during, and after an incident
• Proven prevention strategies every nonprofit must implement now
• The organizational, financial, and cultural implications of a ransomware event
• A practical roadmap for building resilience in resource-constrained environments

Whether you’re an executive director, CFO, IT leader, or board member, this equipped participants with the clarity, urgency, and actionable steps needed to protect their mission, their patrons, and their institution’s future.

Because in the world of cyber threats, preparedness—not insurance—is your greatest defense.

This session has been sponsored and developed by Double Eagle.

Photo Credit: Amy Raab Photography