Everon Awarded Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract
Everon has been awarded a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract, enabling streamlined access to its security and life safety solutions for public agencies across the US.
Industry Leaders Come to RILA’s 2025 AP Conference to Connect and Learn
A must-attend every year for those in the industry, RILA’s AP Conference is an opportunity for retailers to come together and explore, share, and learn—ultimately advancing the LP profession and collaboration with key stakeholders, such as DAs and law enforcement.
Organized Retail Crime Monthly News Recap: April 2025
To give you a better feel for the vast impact of the ORC problem, we have provided a glimpse into just a few of the incidents that took place in the month of April, 2025.
The Biggest News in Loss Prevention: April 26 – May 1
California AG Bonta Dismantles Active Identity Theft Mill and ORC Scheme Spanning 7 Counties | LAPD Catches Suspects Behind $4M in Stolen Goods | Fox News Op-Ed Hails Grassley, Cortez Masto Bill to Combat Retail Crime
LP People on the Move: April 2025
Please join us in congratulating the following individuals on their recent career moves and promotions.
The Evolution of the US Retail Theft Crisis
Amid rising retail theft and violence driven by legal, social, and economic shifts, retailers and security professionals must adapt strategies, collaborate across sectors, and advocate for reform to restore safety and accountability in retail environments.
Mother’s Day Spending Expected to Reach $34.1 Billion
Consumer spending on Mother’s Day is projected to reach $34.1 billion in 2025, with 84% of U.S. adults celebrating and prioritizing thoughtful gifts and experiences despite economic uncertainty.
Teenagers: Retailers Can’t Live With ‘Em, Can’t Live Without ‘Em
Retailers face rising teen-driven disruptions fueled by social media, prompting calls for stronger security, community partnerships, and balanced policies.
Something Good: Getting to the Heart of the Matter
Blain’s Farm & Fleet, led by Dan Boutelle, exemplifies community impact through decades of support for the American Heart Association—raising over $6.8 million, hosting annual charity events, and implementing lifesaving AED programs that have already saved eight lives in their stores.
RILA Researches the Underreporting of Retail Theft
Despite official crime stats suggesting retail theft is down, new research shows it's actually rising—underreporting, shifting policies, and strained police resources are masking the true scale of the problem and fueling a misleading public narrative.