Agenda

Through real-world stories, practical strategies and actionable takeaways, Mike Sarraille will inspire attendees to embrace a life of purpose, optimism and continuous growth. He’ll discuss the need to manage risk at every turn and encourage teams to cultivate resilience and develop a purpose-driven mindset.

In today’s rapidly shifting retail landscape, every challenge — whether financial, digital, in‑store or online — ultimately comes down to one thing: risk. As the threat environment grows more complex, top LP and AP leaders must step forward, championing an enterprise security risk management mindset that expands far beyond traditional loss prevention. This session brings together four innovative leaders from diverse brands and retail environments to share how they are redefining what modern asset protection looks like. They’ll explore why earning — and using — a seat at the table is essential for shaping the systems that identify, assess and mitigate risk across the enterprise. And they’ll reveal how becoming fully integrated partners within their organizations leads to stronger alignment, greater confidence and smarter business outcomes.

When the World Trade Center was attacked on 9/11, FDNY Battalion Commander Chief Richard Picciotto ran toward the danger as thousands fled. As the highest‑ranking firefighter to survive the collapse, Picciotto has become a powerful voice on courage, preparation, and leadership under the most extreme conditions. In this captivating session, Chief Picciotto will take attendees inside that historic day — sharing the split‑second decisions, disciplined training, and unwavering commitment that helped save countless lives. Through powerful firsthand storytelling, he will reflect on how leaders rise when the stakes are highest, and how the lessons forged in crisis can guide anyone facing pressure, uncertainty, or transformational challenges. Join us as Chief Picciotto unpacks what it truly means to lead teams through chaos, offering LP/AP leaders practical takeaways on readiness, resilience, communication, and decision‑making when every moment counts.