John Clark is the Director, Asset Protection for The Sports Authority, based in Englewood, Colorado. Sports Authority is the largest full line sporting goods retailer in the United States, operating over 400 stores throughout 45 states under the Sports Authority name. John has been with Sports Authority since 1997 and is currently responsible for the oversight of regional operations and special investigations. Prior to his various roles in the retail sector, John held various positions in law enforcement and is a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Doug Marker is the Vice President of Loss Prevention, Risk and Audit at Michaels Stores, Inc. He is responsible for all aspects of Loss Prevention, Audit and Risk Management for 1100 stores covering 3 divisions, 6 Distribution Centers, Manufacturing facilities and Corporate Security. Doug has over 25 years experience in Loss Prevention. Doug joined Michaels in 2001 after spending 9 years at Gap, Inc. While at Gap, Inc. he held positions of Regional Manager, Director, Sr. Director and Vice President of Loss Prevention over all Gap Divisions. Previous to Gap, Inc., he held positions as Regional Director, Loss Prevention for Carson Pirie Scott Department Stores and Corporate Investigation Manager at Jordan Marsh, Florida.

Chris Hackler is the Senior Director of Loss Prevention for Zale Corporation, a leading specialty retailer of fine jewelry. Chris is responsible for LP for over 2,200 retail locations throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico under the following brand names: Zales Jewelers, Zales Outlet, Gordon's Jewelers, Peoples Jewellers, Mappins Jewelers, Piercing Pagoda, Plumb Gold, and Silver & Gold Connection. Chris is also responsible for the Zale Monitoring center. Chris has been with Zale Corporation since 1980, working under the Loss Prevention umbrella since 1991. Chris's prior responsibilities included directing Physical Inventory and Risk Management for Zale Corp.

Dan Shaw is VP of Loss Prevention for Gap Inc., is one of the world's largest specialty retailer, operating four of the most recognized brands in the world, Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Piperlime. Dan is responsible for Supply Chain loss prevention, LP operations, investigations, financial analytics and background screening for the organization. Dan has been with Gap Inc since 1990 and has been in retail loss prevention for his entire career.

J. Patrick Burns is the Director of Loss Prevention for Trans World Entertainment Corporation which operates 800 stores nationally under the dba "FYE". FYE, an entertainment store with music, movies, games, portable electronics and related boutique items. Patrick has responsibility for Field, Corporate and Distribution Loss Prevention. He has been with Trans World Entertainment since 1991. Patrick is also a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) signifying his board certification in Security Management through ASIS International. Patrick has also held Officer positions in the Albany, NY ASIS International Chapter including Chairman and Vice Chairman since 2004. Prior to joining Trans World Entertainment Patrick held regional and store level positions for Lord & Taylor and Filene's Department stores.

Vic DeBlassi is Director of Loss Prevention for Toys R Us, Inc., with field responsibility for 208 stores on the East Coast. Vic has been with Toys R Us for 22 years holding various loss prevention management positions. Toys "R" Us is the world's leading specialty toy retailer. Currently it sells merchandise through more than 1,500 stores, including 586 stores in the U.S. and 678 international toy stores, which includes licensed and franchise stores, and through its Internet site at www.toysrus.com.

Steve McClain is the Senior Vice President of Asset Protection at The Sports Authority. Steve has been with The Sports Authority for 4 years. Steve has in excess of 32 years of experience and has been with organizations such as Carlson Companies, Target, Hollywood Entertainment, Home Based warehouses (a large home improvement retailer) as well as numerous consulting positions. Steve was also the past President of the American Polygraph Association, among many other professional accomplishments and affiliations.

Sanford is the Director of Loss Prevention Operations for GameStop. Sanford is responsible for Physical Security and all other Loss Prevention Operational programs for close to 4,000 stores. Sanford has been with GameStop for over 5.5 years and in the Loss Prevention Field for more than 19 years.

Wayne began his Loss Prevention career as a Security Manager with JC Penney, and Abraham and Straus. His career has included positions as Director of Loss Prevention for both Barnes & Noble and Toy R Us. Since 1994 he has been the Director of Loss Prevention for Brookstone Stores. Brookstone operates 2 Mail Order titles, Internet Sales and 300+ Stores across the USA. Over 30 years of experience includes Forensic Auditing, Investigations, traditional Loss Prevention Programs and Internal Audit Management. Wayne is Vietnam Veteran, Member of the VFW, ASIS and Mail Order Task Force.

Jerry Snider is the Corporate Loss Prevention Director for Old Time Pottery, Inc. He is responsible for all aspects of Loss Prevention, Audit, Risk Management, Background Checks, and the company's Drug Testing programs. Jerry has over 25 years experience in Loss Prevention. Jerry joined Old Time Pottery, Inc in 2007 and has held positions of Assistant Vice President of Loss Prevention with Service Merchandise Company, Director of Loss Prevention with Dollar General Corporation and Regional Loss Prevention Manager with Limited Brands. Jerry holds a CFI certification, is a member of the Loss Prevention Foundation, and is a founding member of the NRMA advisory board.

Paul is the Director of Loss Prevention for Finlay Fine Jewelry Corporation. Prior to his current position Paul served as the Director of Loss Prevention for Bailey Banks and Biddle which was acquired from Zale Corporation in Q4 of 2007. Paul has over 30+ years of experience in the Loss Prevention/Risk Management industry, both nationally and internationally. He has held senior level, executive management positions in Loss Prevention Operations, Risk Management & Shortage Control at Federated Department Stores, May Department Stores, Staples, Foot Locker & Great Atlantic Pacific Tea Company. Paul is the former chairman of the Massachusetts Retail Merchants Security Committee; former member and speaker for ASIS and former instructor for the State of Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council.

Christopher McDonald is the Senior Director of Loss Prevention for the Dollar General Corporation based in Nashville, TN. In this position he oversees the loss prevention efforts of over 8,400 store locations and 9 distribution centers with a very strong loss prevention team focus on training and auditing. Christopher has been in the loss prevention industry for over 20 years and serves on the Editorial Board of The Loss Prevention Magazine, and is a Charter member of the Loss Prevention Foundation. He has held previous leadership roles with the loss prevention departments of retailers such as Toys R' Us Inc., Office Depot, and the Hartmarx Retail Group during his career.