From Aisles to Alarms: The Battle Against Retail Crime

Retail shrink is no longer a back-office statistic—it’s a boardroom crisis. Organized retail crime, theft, and fraud are costing retailers billions in lost revenue, threatening store profitability, and putting frontline employees at risk. From smash-and-grab incidents to sophisticated theft rings, the challenges have never been more urgent—or more complex.

This program will bring together retail leaders, security experts, and technology innovators to unpack the latest strategies for combating retail crime. Attendees will explore how leading organizations are using data, technology, training, and collaboration with law enforcement to protect assets, safeguard employees, and restore shopper confidence.

If you’ve been tasked with reducing shrink, improving store security, or balancing safety with customer experience, this is a can’t-miss session.

Key Takeaways

By attending this event, you will learn:

• The Current State of Retail Crime – Understanding the scope of organized retail crime and its impact on profitability.
• Technology’s Role – How AI, video analytics, RFID, and smart security systems are transforming loss prevention.
• People & Processes – Best practices for training employees, engaging customers, and deterring theft without harming the shopping experience.
• Collaboration That Works – How retailers, law enforcement, and local communities can partner effectively to fight back.
• Balancing Security & Service – Tactics to reduce shrink while protecting brand reputation and customer trust.

Location:

SMU Collins Center (Auditorium) 3150 Binkley Ave., Dallas, TX 75205

Parking across the street at the Binkley Garage, free to attendees

Map included at the bottom of this page.

Parking access granted after registration.

Cost:

DFWREA Members - INCLUDED with Membership. Pre-registration Required.

Become a member to save over 35% on the entire year's worth of events!

Non-Members $65

Students FREE (registration required, present student ID at check-in)

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Vira Insights

Reap Commerce

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"From Aisles to Alarms: The Battle Against Retail Crime"

Info: Complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres included with ticket price.

Host or Publisher Dallas/Fort Worth Retail Executives Association