CrimeScience – The Weekly Review – Episode 201 Ft. Christy Bauswell

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Christy Boswell reveals how the LPRC's unique research models opened her eyes to tackling retail crime and safety issues.

The episode begins with host Reid introducing Christy Boswell and producer Diego Rodriguez. Christy recounts first learning about LPRC while at Sensormatic decades ago, noting it wasn't until years later she became directly involved. She describes LPRC's research as eye-opening for targeting crime, safety, and theft issues. Reid provides historical context, mentioning Sensormatic's early funding of LPRC and the National Retail Security Survey. Christy explains the value for solution providers, highlighting how LPRC working groups offer insights into retailer needs and opportunities for collaboration. She discusses her new role as a director focused on engaging current members, recruiting new ones, and expanding retail partnerships. Reid frames this as 'tell them, get them, keep them,' comparing LPRC to a gym with various tools for members. He details resources like the weekly newsletter, research reports, and an online solution directory. Christy talks about the LPRC Innovate program, which includes custom projects and access to labs for solution providers. Reid notes the program's growth, with 36 retailers and 17 solution partners involved, funding eight new research team members. Christy shares her goals to reach untapped retail segments and other verticals facing violence and safety issues. The episode concludes with Christy providing her contact information for further inquiries.

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A practical LPRC update on partnerships, testing, and member growth.

Crime Science uses this weekly LPRC update to revisit Christy Boswell's familiarity with the council from her Sensormatic days and to frame her new role in the context of the LPRC's current work.

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You get a direct line into LPRC's next stretch, with Christy Boswell talking through her new role, her background, and where the work goes next.

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