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Organized Retail Crime in 2026: Evolving Threats and Practical Strategies for Luxury Retail
Wednesday September 16, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Colonial A
Join Howard Stone, VP of Asset Protection & Claims at Jewelers Mutual, and Scott Guginsky, EVP of the Jewelers' Security Alliance, for a timely discussion on how organized retail crime continues to evolve—and what luxury retailers must do in 2026 to stay ahead.

As criminal networks become more coordinated, mobile, and tech‑enabled, understanding current trends is critical to protecting your business. This session will explore emerging organized crime tactics impacting luxury and jewelry retailers, practical prevention strategies, and proven approaches to safeguarding your people, inventory, and customers.
Speakers
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Howard Stone

Vice President Global Asset Protection & Claims, Jewelers Mutual
Howard joined Jewelers Mutual in January 2024 with over 30 years of progressive Loss Prevention experience. He has held leadership roles at Macy's, Old Navy, Anchor Blue Stores and The Wet Seal. Most recently, Howard was the Director, Loss Prevention & Operations at Amazon in Seattle... Read More →
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Scott Guginsky

Vice President, Jeweler's Security Alliance
Mr. Guginsky is a highly decorated 24-year veteran of the New York City Police Department where he served as the commanding officer of the Organized Theft Squad before his retirement from the Police Department in 2011. This unit specialized in targeting violent criminal enterprises... Read More →
Wednesday September 16, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Colonial A
  Track, Business Management

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