November 2024 Loss Prevention Research Council Field Trip

Innovation Research Field Trip

Loss Prevention Research Council

 

Calling all retailers!  Join Conexxus November 7 & 8, 2024 as we visit the Loss Prevention Research Council on the campus of University of Florida Gainesville.  

As retail crime evolves and becomes increasingly aggressive, retailers need more innovative solutions to protect their assets, minimize losses, and create a safer environment for employees and shoppers everywhere. The Loss Prevention Research Council is committed to improving retail asset protection with evidence-based research and industry collaboration. The five pillars of the LPRC ecosystem are research, innovate, collaborate, inform, and engage. We’re on a mission to prevent and detect theft, fraud, and violence using research to find evidence-based solutions.

At LRPC, "We envision a world where retailers can more effectively prevent and manage crime and loss, allowing them to focus on serving their customers and communities."

Evidence-Based Research:  At the Loss Prevention Research Council, we take a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to our research. Our research team focuses on developing practical solutions to the challenges faced by the retail industry, including the constantly evolving threats of theft, fraud, and violence.

The Innovate research lab building on the campus of the University of Florida is the central hub of the Loss Prevention Research Council’s mission to prevent and detect theft, fraud, and violence. Our state-of-the-art, multifunctional facilities provide a unique setting for our members to see the latest retail security solutions in action.

Agenda

Thursday November 7

12:30 PM

LPRC Center:  Event kick off with lunch

(Dress Code:  Business Casual)

  1:00 PM

Introduction to the LPRC with a focus on key models, projects, and initiatives.

  • Dr Read Hayes, Founder and Executive Director
  3:00 PM Break
  3:15 PM

Tour of LPRC Innovate Labs and SaferPlaces Lab at Innovate Square.  Focusing on:  

  • Forecourt Protection
  • Video Analytics
  • Security Operations Centers
  • Collaboration with Law Enforcement

 

  • Dr Read Hayes, Founder and Executive Director
  • Dr Justin Smith, Sr. Research Scientist
  • Josh Bush, Research Project Coordinator
  5:30 PM Conclude day 1 at LPRC Center

 

6 PM - 8 PM

Evening reception at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, 1714 SW 34th Street, Gainesville, with dinner on your own.  Note that rooms are available at this Hilton property at $139/night.  See hotel information below for details.  Reception sponsored by

Verifone
Friday November 8  

Breakfast on your own

  8:30 AM LPRC Center:  Kickoff Day 2:  Questions, Follow-ups from Day 1 
  9:30 AM

Advances in Video and Sound Analytics

  • Caleb Bowyer, Research Scientist
  10:30 AM Break
  10:45

Friction-Efficient Product Protection and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

  • Dr. Justin Smith, Sr. Research Scientist
  • Dr. Christina Burton, Research Scientist
  12:00 PM

Working Lunch, debrief, final questions and next steps

  • Dr. Read Hayes, Founder and Executive Director
  • Josh Bush, Research Project Coordinator
  1:00 PM Event End

 

For more information or to register yourself or your team, email [email protected]  Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

While there is no cost to attend, all attendees are responsible for their own transportation,  meals not included, and lodging costs.  Nearby hotel recommendations include:

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

1714 SW 34th Street
Gainesville, Florida 32607
352-371-3600

Corporate Rate of $139 available by using this link.

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

151 NW 14th Street
Gainesville, FL  32603
888-236-2427 

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

212 SE 1st Street
Gainesville, FL 32603
352-496-7500 

 

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