Professional excellence requires dedication and responsibility, and is something that the best continuously strive to achieve. In order to maximize potential, it is therefore essential that professional development is seen as an ongoing process. We should always be looking for ways to improve our skills, abilities, and base of knowledge as a means to maximize performance. Loss prevention certification is a means of establishing and validating that standard of excellence.
The Loss Prevention Foundation celebrates the Certified LP professional
David Lund, CFI, LPC, Vice President of Loss Prevention at Dick’s Sporting Goods
“I found the LPC course to be a refreshing departure from the expected loss prevention focused content. Instead, I found the curriculum to be more retail centric in a way that shows loss prevention professionals how their expertise can be applied to the business more holistically. The LPC is more about becoming a leader that can communicate effectively and with understanding across the operation than it is honing traditional loss prevention knowledge.”
Mark Gaudette, CPP, CFI, LPC, Director of Loss Prevention at Big Y Foods
“The LPC certification is right on target in addressing the body of knowledge needed in our industry. This course is well developed and is a value for Loss Prevention Professional at all levels. Whether the new Loss Prevention specialist or the seasoned veteran, the course work offers industry specific information that is needed to be successful in today’s Loss Prevention arena. The LPC course is a must for all Loss Prevention management teams.”
September 2016
Loss prevention certification is an investment that we make in ourselves. It is not simply a commitment to higher learning, but also a dedication to reach a higher standard. Each of these individuals is helping to raise the bar for the profession; and has earned both their designation and respect of the loss prevention community.
The Loss Prevention Foundation is pleased to recognize and congratulate the following individuals who have successfully completed all of the requirements set forth by the board of directors to be LPQualified (LPQ) and/or LPCertified (LPC).
LP Certified
Angela Branstrom, LPC
Shannon Clausen, LPC
Justin Dietel, LPC
Craig Gassert, LPC
Brian Gross, LPC
Dustin Hudgins, LPC
Lisa Kane, LPC
Scott Ketelhut, LPC
Randy Lima, LPC
Harold McIntyre, LPC
James Perillo, III LPC
David Rivera-Santiago, LPC
Dustin Ross, LPC
James Runyon, LPC
Kevin Shaw, LPC
Duane Smith, LPC
Robert Thompson, LPC
Matthew Trader, LPC
Michael Young, LPC
LPQualified
Romeo Acevedo, LPQ
Joel Atwood, LPQ
Christopher Coffey, LPQ, CFI
David Cohen, LPQ
Sherry Cramer, LPQ
Christine Danielson, LPQ
Alexa Dunn, LPQ
Joshua Herold, LPQ
Richard Ives, LPQ
Serena Kelaart, LPQ*
Jonathan McCormick, LPQ
Shane Murphy, LPQ
Kimberly Oglesby, LPQ
Alma Rogers, LPQ
Michael Rutland, LPQ
Robert Toliver, LPQ
Dustin Yost, LPQ
The retail industry is extremely competitive, and loss prevention has become an integral component of a successful retail model. In order to remain successful our professional competencies must include flexibility, strong problem-solving and decision making skills, a superior knowledge base, and an ability to effectively apply our knowledge and experience to the diverse situations that we face on a day-to-day basis.
It is our responsibility to manage the process; driven by individual learning experiences and carrying a personal signature for success. Continuing education, training and skills development, lifelong learning activities, intellectual nourishment and exposure to new ideas all contribute to that plan. Are you taking the necessary steps?
To view the Recently Certified for August 2016, click here.
For more information on loss prevention certification and the certification process, contact the Loss Prevention Foundation at www.losspreventionfoundation.org