LPRC

LPRC

Loss Prevention Research Council

Episodes

June 30, 2025 37 mins
On this collaborative episode of Mahesh the Geek, Mahesh is joined by Dr. Read Hayes, executive director of the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), as they explore the evolution of loss prevention, emphasizing the importance of prevention over response in public safety. They discuss the integration of technology, such as AI and body-worn cameras, in enhancing crime detection and prevention. The dialogue also highlights the sig...
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In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, the team welcomes Scott Ziter, an experienced leader in loss prevention and safety operations. Scott shares insights from his extensive career in the retail sector, including his current role overseeing asset protection for Northeast Shared Services. The discussion explores evolving challenges in retail crime, the importance of collaboration, and innovative approaches to safety and ...
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In Part 1 of this episode, Dr. Ron Clarke, renowned criminologist and recipient of the Stockholm Prize of Criminology, discusses the evolution of Situational Crime Prevention, opportunity reduction techniques, the British government’s criminology research department – the Home Office, and more, with host Dr. Read Hayes (LPRC).
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In this second episode with Dr. Ron Clarke, renowned criminologist and recipient of the Stockholm Prize of Criminology,  we will continue our conversation on opportunity reduction techniques, the scope of opportunity crime, the duty of criminologists, the security hypothesis, and much more.
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In this episode, our featured host Cory Lowe, PhD, Director of Research, talks with Joseph Courtesis, Senior VP at 3Si! Listen as they dive into the advancements in Real-Time Intelligence, stories on how crime affects a community, and a look at the continued growth of the partnership between retailers and law enforcement. Don’t miss this in-depth look at the science and practical application driving crime prevention!
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Dr. Read Hayes, criminologist and director of the Loss Prevention Research Council, explains how location technology is helping businesses understand and tackle retail crime.
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LPRC CrimeScience Episode 204 with Guest & LPRC Director of Research Cory Lowe, PhD This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host Read Hayes, PhD and Director of Research Cory Lowe, PhD dive into the LPRC’s strategic focus for 2025, highlighting the CONNECT initiative and how it aims to link people, places, processes, and technology across retail environments. ...
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LPRC CrimeScience Episode 202 with Guest & LPRC Team Member Christina Burton, PhD This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host and guest discuss Christina's academic journey, the relationship between Wild Life Rangers and Retail, the LPRC's unique contributions to retail crime prevention, the research on Supply Chain Protection, and so much more! Listen in ...
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LPRC CrimeScience Episode 201 with Guest & LPRC Team Member Christy Bauswell This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host and guest discuss Christy's journey from Sensormatic to her current role. They also emphasize the LPRC's unique contributions to retail crime prevention, the value of the LPRC's research and working groups for solution providers, and her go...
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LPRC Celebrates 200th Episode with Guest & LPRC Team Member Ben Stickle, PhD This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host and guest discuss Gun Theft statistics and their relation to Supply Chain Protection, Porch Piracy and consumer behavior, Data Data Data the need and its uses for research, two different conferences, and so much more. Listen in to st...
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses Environmental Criminology concepts and their application to the retail space, the growth of the SaferPlaces Initiatives, how to navigate and identify risk factors in a location, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses the LPRC Team attending the NRF Big Show in NYC, the amazing attendance at the LPRC Kickoff, a look back at Gus Downing's influence, a quick peek at the next strategic planning for the LPRC, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses the LPRC Team presenting at three different conferences in one week, Real-Time Crime Center developments, an update on LPRC's SaferPlaces Initiatives, LPRC Kickoff registration and preparation, the continued growth and changes of the LPRC labs, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the i...
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses the LPRC going to ISC East, an update on LPRC's SaferPlaces Initiatives, the LPRC Resources available to our members, the continued growth of the LPRC labs, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses the most recent lab visitor, an update on LPRC's SaferPlaces Initiatives, the LPRC Resources available to our members, the continued growth of the LPRC labs, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses the LPRC IMPACT Conference date change, the latest election news, the LPRC Resources available to our members, the newest AI tools that have recently come out, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host discusses the LPRC IMPACT Conference date change, the latest election news, the LPRC Resources available to our members, the newest AI tools that have recently come out, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our hosts discuss the LPRC IMPACT Conference, the latest Trump assassination attempt, the LPRC Resources available to our members, the newest AI tools that have recently come out, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our hosts discuss the concepts and basic levels of the LPRC/UF SaferPlaces Program, the latest in cybersecurity topics, and so much more. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our hosts discuss the latest INNOVATE Planning, SaferPlaces Expansions, 2025 Integrate Planning, visitors in the labs, and a look at the latest IMPACT planning walk throughs. Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!
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