Jim Simpson
Director of Asset Protection
Northeast Grocery Inc.
Jim is the Director of Asset Protection for Northeast Grocery Inc. (Price Chopper/Market32 & Tops Markets) and has been employed in the Asset Protection field for 30 years. Prior to NGI, Jim was the Director of Asset Protection for Shoprite-Inserra Supermarkets, and he has held Regional and District AP Manager positions at CVS Health and The Stop and Shop Supermarket Company.
Jim earned his B.A. Degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice from Central Connecticut State University, and an A.S. Degree in Public Safety from Connecticut State Community College (NV). Jim currently serves on the LP Council for NRF. Jim serves on the AP Council for FMI. Jim is also a Firefighter/EMT and CT State Fire Instructor for the Volunteer Fire Department of Prospect Inc. Jim also serves on the Executive Board of the PFD.
Jim resides in Prospect, CT with his wife, Tanya and children, Kyle, Hunter and Skylar.
Speaking in:
Tuesday Jun 24
3:45pm - 4:30pm
Pivoting Through Crisis: Adapting to the Ever-Changing Retail Landscape
Crisis planning and tabletop exercises can prepare an organization to a point, but when a real crisis strikes, flexibility and adaptability are key. This session will feature insights from retailers who recently navigated unexpected incidents, examining how their plans were put to the test, where changes were necessary, and how they managed to stay agile. Attendees will learn about the importance of pivoting, discovering new approaches, and maintaining nimbleness in crisis response. Gain practical knowledge on how to enhance your crisis management strategies and ensure your organization is ready to tackle unforeseen challenges.