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TPA 2026

Innovation, Transformation, and Risk: The Future is Now

Savannah, Georgia, May 3-6, 2026

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TPA Webinar Series

Next Wednesday, January 14, 3:00 - 4:00pm ET

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Fighting E-Commerce Fraud Real-World Strategies for Universities Facing Carding Attacks
Arrow Payments SpeakersSelina Doran - Chief Operating OfficerBryan Jurewicz - Chief Revenue Officer Higher education institutions have become the "testing grounds" for global cybercriminals. With decentralized departments and numerous low-dollar payment portals (donations, application fees, event tickets), universities are uniquely vulnerable to carding attacks—automated botnets using your website to validate stolen credit card data. When these attacks hit, the cost isn't just financial. It’s a drain on your IT resources, a nightmare for your Finance teams, and a threat to your institution’s reputation. In this deep dive we move beyond theory to actionable defense strategies. We will show you how to harden your online ecosystem without hiring a fleet of new security experts. Key Highlights Include:
  • The Anatomy of an Attack: Why hackers target universities and how to spot the "red flags" of a botnet in real-time.
  • Gateway Mastery: Step-by-step configurations for velocity limits, IP filters, and other steps to stop fraud before it reaches your processor.
  • Operational Efficiency: How to balance security with a seamless user experience for students and donors.
  • The Expertise Shortcut: How to leverage managed merchant services to handle PCI compliance and security operations so your staff doesn't have to.
Who Should Attend?
  • University Finance & Treasury Professionals
  • Higher-Ed IT & InfoSec Directors
  • Fundraising, Development & Alumni Association Directors
Why Attend?Attendees will walk away with a Higher-Ed Fraud Mitigation Checklist—a practical guide to auditing your current payment entry points and tightening security settings today. Don't wait for a surge in chargebacks to realize you’re a target. Learn how to protect online payments and reclaim your staff’s time.

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