A New Era in Hospitality Cybersecurity
Acronis recently celebrated a groundbreaking partnership launch event with Agilitec IT at the stunning Alle Lounge on 66, located atop the Conrad tower at Resorts World Las Vegas. This exclusive event marked the official kickoff of the newly established #TeamUp partnership between Acronis, Agilitec IT, and Resorts World Las Vegas—a collaboration recognized as the first non-sports #TeamUp engagement and the first instance of a Las Vegas resort appointing Acronis as an Official Cybersecurity Partner.
This innovative partnership represents a pivotal shift in how major hospitality leaders approach cybersecurity management, setting a new standard for security-driven operational excellence in the industry.
An Evening Above the Las Vegas Strip
The launch event brought together VIP clients, industry leaders, and strategic partners for a high-level overview of the collaboration's objectives. With panoramic views across the iconic Las Vegas Strip, attendees participated in in-depth discussions around cyber risk management, operational continuity, and the essential role cybersecurity plays in delivering modern hospitality experiences.
The evening reinforced Resorts World's emphasis on strengthening its cybersecurity posture through a partnership model that prioritizes innovation, operational rigor, and guest-centric outcomes. This forward-thinking approach demonstrates how leading hospitality organizations are evolving their security strategies to meet the demands of an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Next-Generation Leadership Takes Center Stage
As a Platinum Acronis Delivery Partner supporting this initiative, Agilitec IT carries significant responsibility for deploying and managing Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud and Acronis Hosted Storage across critical systems at Resorts World. This integrated approach ensures that data protection, threat mitigation, and operational monitoring function cohesively, strengthening resilience across the resort's entire digital environment.
Event guests engaged directly with Allan Jocson, CEO of Agilitec IT, whose team's expertise and strong regional presence have positioned them as the ideal partner for implementing and sustaining a next-generation cybersecurity framework tailored specifically for high-demand hospitality operations.
Agilitec IT's proven track record in managed security services, combined with their deep understanding of the hospitality sector's unique requirements, made them the natural choice for this ambitious partnership. Their ability to deliver proactive deployment, continuous monitoring, and ongoing support ensures that Resorts World's cybersecurity infrastructure remains robust and responsive.
Strategic Insights from Acronis Leadership
During the event, Dan Havens, Chief Growth Officer at Acronis, emphasized the strategic significance of this collaboration. "This partnership with Agilitec and Resorts World is exactly what the #TeamUp program is all about—and it's especially exciting because it's the first of its kind," Havens explained.
He highlighted why Agilitec IT was selected as the MSP partner for this groundbreaking initiative: "Agilitec is an ideal MSP partner for this collaboration, bringing the right mix of expertise, innovation, and energy to the table."
Havens shared that the kickoff event left a strong impression on him, describing it as an energizing start that immediately brought the partnership to life. The enthusiasm and commitment demonstrated by all parties signaled a shared vision for transforming hospitality cybersecurity.
A Historic Beginning for Hospitality Cybersecurity
The launch event signaled a pivotal shift in how major hospitality leaders approach cybersecurity management. With Acronis providing a unified cyber protection platform and Agilitec IT delivering proactive deployment, monitoring, and ongoing support, Resorts World Las Vegas is establishing a model for security-driven operational excellence that other hospitality organizations are likely to follow.
This partnership addresses the unique cybersecurity challenges facing modern hospitality organizations:
- Guest data protection: Safeguarding sensitive personal and payment information
- Operational continuity: Ensuring critical systems remain available during potential cyber incidents
- Regulatory compliance: Meeting industry-specific security and privacy requirements
- Brand reputation: Protecting the resort's reputation through robust security measures
- Scalability: Supporting growth and expansion with flexible, scalable security infrastructure
The #TeamUp Program Evolution
The Acronis #TeamUp program, traditionally focused on sports partnerships, has now expanded into new verticals, with hospitality being a particularly strategic fit. The program's core philosophy—bringing together technology leaders, service providers, and end-user organizations to create comprehensive cybersecurity solutions—translates perfectly to the hospitality industry's needs.
This first-of-its-kind non-sports #TeamUp engagement demonstrates the versatility and effectiveness of the partnership model across diverse industries. The success of this initiative could pave the way for similar collaborations with other major hospitality brands worldwide.
Technology at the Core
The partnership leverages Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, a comprehensive platform that integrates:
- Backup and recovery: Ensuring rapid data restoration in case of incidents
- Endpoint protection: Defending against malware, ransomware, and advanced threats
- Disaster recovery: Maintaining business continuity during major disruptions
- Security monitoring: Providing real-time visibility into the security posture
- Threat intelligence: Leveraging AI-powered detection to identify emerging threats
Acronis Hosted Storage provides secure, scalable storage infrastructure optimized for the hospitality industry's data-intensive operations, ensuring that backup and recovery processes don't impact guest-facing systems or services.
Looking to the Future
As the evening concluded at Alle Lounge on 66, the forward-looking sentiment was unmistakable. Reinforcing the long-term vision of the partnership, Havens explained, "We're making cyber protection feel effortless behind the scenes, so Resorts World can focus on delivering unforgettable guest experiences, and I'm incredibly excited about what the future holds."
This collaboration is not only the first of its kind—it is a blueprint for how hospitality organizations can elevate their cybersecurity maturity through strategic partnerships and next-generation MSP leadership. As cyber threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, partnerships like this demonstrate the power of combining best-in-class technology platforms with expert managed services.
Industry Implications
The Agilitec IT and Resorts World Las Vegas partnership sends a clear message to the hospitality industry: cybersecurity can no longer be an afterthought or a purely reactive function. Instead, it must be woven into the fabric of operational strategy, supported by innovative partnerships that bring together technology vendors, skilled service providers, and forward-thinking organizations.
For other hospitality organizations considering similar approaches, this partnership offers valuable lessons in selecting the right technology platform, choosing MSP partners with industry-specific expertise, and structuring collaborations that deliver measurable security outcomes while supporting business objectives.
Source: This article is based on information from the Acronis Blog about the Agilitec IT and Resorts World Las Vegas #TeamUp partnership