VP, Risk & Asset Protection
Louis Vuitton Americas
Jon joined Louis Vuitton Americas as Director- Loss Prevention in May 2008 and was promoted to VP of Asset Protection in 2013. In this role, he initiated the loss prevention program for the company and created all loss prevention, security and safety functions. Under his leadership, Jon’s team has implemented a shrink reduction and an awareness program to help minimize losses. His department is also responsible for all investigations for fraud/theft and to develop strategic state-of-the-art loss prevention technology and physical security initiatives for all stores, warehouses, workshops and offices.
In 2015 Jon was promoted to Vice President, Risk & Asset Protection. In this newly expanded role Jon continues to oversee Asset Protection for Louis Vuitton Americas covering over 8 countries spanning both North and South America and the Caribbean Islands.
Prior to joining Louis Vuitton, Jon was the Director of Loss Prevention for the luxury brand Chanel with previous positions at Abercrombie and Fitch, Donna Karan International and Polo Ralph Lauren. Jon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Delaware. In 2014 Jon was honored as a winner as part of the “The Top 20 under 40” within the private security industry by Security System News. Jon currently sits on the NRF LP Council and is Chair for the NRF ORC/Investigators Network for the US.
Wednesday Jun 10
3:00pm - 3:45pm
CIS Security Solutions Theatre
From politically charged issues to broader geopolitical, social, and cultural tensions, organizations are feeling heightened pressure to communicate thoughtfully, consistently, and responsibly. Social media amplification — and the speed at which misinformation spreads — adds yet another layer of risk. The panel, including a crisis communications expert from Teneo Risk Advisory and two leading retailers, will explore how companies can better prepare to address employee questions, concerns, and differing viewpoints while staying grounded in core values, prioritizing safety, and protecting the business. We will examine strategies for navigating online crises, monitoring emerging narratives, and engaging proactively to minimize reputational impact.
Wednesday Jun 10
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Texas C, Level 3
The NRF ORC/Investigators' Network and Law Enforcement Lunch Meeting provides a great opportunity to meet retail loss prevention professionals, mall security and law enforcement partners, as well as ORCA leaders from across the country. Listen to a keynote presentation involving current ORC trends, engagement, and results. Bring your current issues, alerts, and BOLOs to discuss and benchmark with your peers. This program is closed to press.
This program is open to retailers registered with an All-Access Pass as well as law enforcement professionals.