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Working Groups
One of the most important means of accomplishing our mission — to prevent and detect theft, fraud, and violence using research to find evidence-based solutions — is through our Working Groups.
These teams of retailers, solution providers, law enforcement, and other stakeholders work together to tackle specific challenges in retail loss prevention and security. They dedicate time to collaborate on research, share best practices, and develop more effective solutions.
Types of Working Groups
LPRC Working Groups cover the most relevant and pressing topics facing the retail industry, including:
Data Analytics
Harnesses the power of data to identify trends, uncover patterns, and inform the development of innovative data-driven solutions for the industry.
Facilitated By: Dr. Sam Yeung
When: Second Thursday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: Step into the future where AI meets loss prevention. Harness machine learning, computer vision, generative AI, and agentic AI to detect theft, predict threats, and automate smarter decisions. Collaborate on real-world projects, gain cutting-edge skills, and help shape how intelligent technology transforms retail crime prevention.
Operational Excellence
Strengthens execution, compliance, and LP–store operations collaboration to reduce shrink, improve performance, and support leadership development.
Facilitated By: Dr. Cory Lowe and Alex Palomar
When: Third Thursday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: Great loss prevention starts with great execution. Join LP leaders, operations, and compliance teams uncovering the process breakdowns that quietly drive loss. Create practical tools, research strategies, and benchmark with peers to build hands-on expertise—while championing a culture of operational excellence.
Organized Retail Crime
Tackles the growing dangers of organized retail crime, sharing strategies to prevent theft and apprehend perpetrators.
Facilitated By: Beau Nutter
When: Fourth Thursday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: Join the front line against organized retail crime. Unite with retail leaders, investigators, and security professionals to tackle coordinated theft threatening merchandise, employees, and communities. Benchmark proven strategies, collaborate on hands-on research, and build the skills and connections to create safer, more resilient retail environments.
Product Protection
Addresses various forms of product loss, including shoplifting, employee theft, and inventory shrinkage.
Facilitated By: Dr. Justin Smith
When: Fourth Tuesday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: The future of product protection is intelligent. Pioneer programs that don’t just deter theft but actively build intelligence from audio, visual, and digital signals. Safeguard high-risk merchandise, collaborate on projects, and shape smarter strategies that protect products while generating powerful business insights.
Real-time Intelligence
Connects retailers and real-time crime centers to enhance the timely sharing of intelligence and best practices that support retail loss prevention and security initiatives.
Facilitated By: Beau Nutter and Josh Bush
When: First Thursday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: Where retail security meets real-time crime fighting. This joint LPRC–NRTCCA group connects LP teams, SOCs, ORC investigators, and law enforcement Real Time Crime Centers to tackle violent and organized retail crime. Build unique expertise at the intersection of policing and retail while creating safer communities.
Retail Fraud
Focuses on combating fraudulent activities like credit card fraud, gift card scams, and refund abuse.
Facilitated By: Dr. Sam Yeung and Jacob Judd
When: Third Tuesday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: Outsmart fraud across every channel. Unite with fraud prevention experts to tackle social engineering, payment fraud, returns fraud, and identity theft across digital and physical retail. Collaborate on projects, share threat intelligence, and sharpen practical skills to stay ahead of evolving tactics and shape smarter defenses.
Supply Chain Protection
Identifies vulnerabilities and security risks throughout the retail supply chain, as well as strategies for protection.
Facilitated By: Dr. Christina Burton and Jackie Lee
When: Second Tuesday of the Month | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Objective: Protect people and merchandise every step of the way—from production to shelf. Join logistics, transportation security, and LP professionals defending supply chains against theft, fraud, violence, and disruption. Explore vulnerabilities, share strategies, and collaborate on projects that strengthen resilience—sharpening your skills and helping build safer and more secure supply chains.
Violent Crime
Targets solutions for preventing and responding to acts of violence in retail environments.
Facilitated By: Basia Pietrawska and Jacob Judd
When: First Tuesday of the Month | 2 PM – 3 PM EST
Objective: Help create safer retail spaces. Unite with security professionals, law enforcement, and LP practitioners to confront armed robbery, assault, and violence. Share best practices, collaborate on projects, and gain practical skills to prevent and respond to violent incidents—while growing your network and making a real difference.
What Do Working Groups Do?
Each Working Group operates under a designated leader and facilitates its activities through regular meetings, conference calls, and online forums. These participants take advantage of strategic tools and methods such as:
Research and Data Analysis
Best Practice Development
Collaborating to develop and disseminate best practices for addressing specific loss prevention and security challenges.
Educational Resources
Creating educational materials like reports, webinars, and training programs to inform and empower members.
Networking and Collaboration
Benefits of Joining a Working Group
When members participate in an LPRC Working Group, they get access to a host of valuable, practical benefits, including:
Access to Knowledge and Expertise
Gain valuable insights from leading experts in the field and stay informed about the latest trends and best practices.
Influence Research and Solutions
Networking Opportunities
Enhanced Security and Loss Prevention
Implement effective strategies and solutions developed by the Working Group to improve your own security posture and reduce shrinkage.
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How to Join a Working Group
Full access to Working Groups is available exclusively to LPRC members.
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