A new Loss Prevention Certification program is currently in development with a target launch date of June 4, 2007. Sponsored by LossPrevention magazine and managed by the not-for-profit The Loss Prevention Foundation, the program has garnered support from hundreds of LP executives representing a wide range of retailers.

Loss Prevention Certification Council
An oversight committee is made up of respresentatives from the following companies: AutoZone, Best Buy, CVS/pharmacy, Dollar General, Food Lion, Jack in the Box, Kohl’s, Limited Brands, Lowe’s, Michaels Stores, NIKE, Office Depot, Pathmark, PEPBOYS Auto, Safeway, Target, TJX, Walgreens, and Wal-Mart. Many other companies are represented on different subcommittees working on developing the various program compenents.

Endorsements
The program is meant to be an industry-wide initative and welcomes participation and support from all retail organizations and associations. To date, the following associations have provided their endorsement:
     Center for Interviewer Standards & Assessment (provider of CFI certification)
     Food Marketing Institute (FMI)
     HospitalityLawyer.com
     National Food Service Security Council (NFSSC)
     Retail Industry Leaders Assocation (RILA) 
     Wicklander-Zulawskie & Associates

Additional Information
For more information, visit http://www.losspreventionfoundation.org/ as well as the articles below.

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