2025 Rocky Mountain Cybersecurity Symposium + RMUG

In today’s hyper-connected world, we are constantly bombarded with persuasive messages — emails, texts, social media posts, phone calls, even face-to-face conversations — each designed to tap into our instincts and vulnerabilities. Fraudsters, scammers, and malicious actors are masters at using psychological tactics like authority, fear, likeability, scarcity, and reciprocity to manipulate our decisions, often leading to identity theft, financial loss, and privacy breaches.
This keynote dives deep into the need for a fundamental shift in how we approach decision-making. Peter Warmka will guide attendees through real-world examples and expert insights, teaching how to recognize manipulation tactics, strengthen critical thinking skills, and adopt a "verify, then trust" mindset. Attendees will leave empowered with practical strategies to safeguard themselves and their organizations from deception — turning heightened awareness into everyday action.