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In this episode of LPM's Inside Scoop Podcast, David Johnston, VP of AP and retail operations at the NRF, tells Stefanie Hoover about his May 14th trip to The Hill. A select group of retail LP executives partnered with the NRF to visit members of Congress and the Senate who can help get CORCA across the finish line.

The National Retail Federation will honor leading professionals in loss prevention and cybersecurity at the 2025 NRF PROTECT Awards on June 24 in Grapevine, Texas.

Join us on Thursday, May 22, from 2 – 4 p.m. EST for a powerful and timely webinar in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.

Please join us in congratulating the following individuals on their recent career moves and promotions.

Retailers are facing rising theft and violence, and the key to progress lies in connecting existing security technologies and collaborating across sectors to drive meaningful, long-term impact.

Officer Allatt was recognized for his actions in rescuing a motorist trapped in a burning vehicle following a collision.

Whole Foods Market is using AI to improve asset protection and reduce theft, while other retailers like REI are slowly adopting AI, amid concerns over privacy and reliability.

Despite concerns over tariffs, US retail sales in April showed continued consumer resilience, with modest monthly growth and strong year-over-year gains, supported by positive trends in jobs, wages, and energy prices.

Ghost employees—fake or inactive workers left on the payroll—can quietly drain thousands from companies, especially in high-turnover retail settings, if poor oversight and weak system controls let them slip through unnoticed.

Integrated Risk Management (IRM) is a proactive, enterprise-wide approach that helps organizations anticipate, assess, and respond to risks strategically, turning uncertainty into resilience and competitive advantage.