Conclave 2026

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. In this role, Howard was responsible for leading Amazon's Loss Prevention team of over 2,000 associates who were responsible for theft investigations, risk analytics, physical security, auditing and awareness. Howard graduated from St. Thomas University in Miami with a BA in Communication Arts. Mitigating risk, preventing losses and providing consultation are central to Jewelers Mutual’s dedication to its customers and the jewelry industry. Howard and his team will redefine the company’s Risk Services offerings, including loss prevention, to create a world-class approach for its future efforts.