VARIOUS
Fridays
MONTHLY Loss Prevention Task Force Meeting for Amherst, Bedford & Campbell Counties (VA)
Meets once/month, on various Fridays (click “view event” for more details)
IAFCI Mid-Atlantic Chapter Training Seminar
This event will be a comprehensive 2-day training seminar focusing on various financial fraud schemes impacting law enforcement and the private industry. Topics range from Organized Retail Theft, and Ethics in Investigations to Understanding the world of BSA/AML, Elder Financial Fraud and Case Studies. The training is open to all law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and investigators from the private arena who investigate financial fraud.
AGENDA COMING SOON!
Hotel Information
** Registration fee does not include hotel accommodations
Limited number of rooms have been blocked at a special rate of $115 per night + taxes from
September 22-28 at this special rate.
You can call the hotel at 410-524-1000 or book online at HERE
When booking you MUST ask for group code: IAFCI
DEADLINE TO OBTAIN THE HOTEL ROOM RATE IS August 22nd
Please book as soon as possible to ensure availability
Information about the resort and all it has to offer can be found at: HERE
Registration Information
Fees Include Breakfast and Lunch
$200 IAFCI Members
$200 Law Enforcement
$250 Non-Members
No refunds after September22
To Pay by Credit Card
CLICK HERE
To Pay by Check: Make Payable To
IAFCI Mid-Atlantic Chapter
Mail to: Kim Pratt
100 Edison Park Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Payment Questions Call 240-773-6337 or email kimberly.Pratt@montgomerycountymd.gov
Coalition of Law Enforcement & Retail Annual Conference
Save the date for the Coalition of Law Enforcement & Retail (CLEAR) Annual Conference.
NABI 2025 Training Conference
2025 Information and Sharing Conference
November 5-6, 2025
NABI will conduct a two-day information and sharing conference at the Paramus Life Safety Complex at 1 Carlough Drive in Paramus from 0800-1700 on Wednesday and Thursday, November 5-6, 2025 on Crimes of Deceit and Persuasion. The conference will be hosted by the Paramus Police Department and in association with CVS Health and the Jewelers Security Alliance.
The conference will include:
- Domestic & Transnational crimes by groups & individuals,
- Theft groups and organized retail crime,
- Bunco (an overview of cons, scams and fraud),
- ATM related offenses (skimming, jack-potting, distraction, cash outs),
- Home Repair scams,
- Organized Retail Crime,
- Quick Change Scams,
- Burglary investigations,
- Fake Gold Swaps,
- Distraction Theft,
- And much, much more.
To register for the conference, click here.
To learn more about the conference, click here.
If you have any questions, contact Colonel (Ret) Pete Robinson, Executive Director via InMail or exdir@nabihq.org.
2025 MAORCA & MRA ORC Conference (June 2025)
Join the MARYLAND RETAILERS ALLIANCE 2025 ORC Conference, co-hosted by MAORCA!
National ORC Blitz
We’re calling on all MAORCA members to join forces in support of a National Organized Retail Crime Blitz, set for the week of May 26, 2025.
This initiative is being coordinated by the Cook County State's Attorney’s Office and the CCROC Task Force, with support from RILA and the NDAA. The goal is simple but critical: disrupt and dismantle local ORC networks by coordinating focused enforcement operations across the country.
Retailers across the U.S. are seeing sharp increases in violent theft, habitual offenders, and illegal fencing operations. This blitz sends a strong message—retail theft is not low-risk or victimless. It threatens store employees, communities, and is often tied to broader criminal activity like drug trafficking and fraud.
Over 30 states are already involved. MAORCA encourages all members—law enforcement, retail investigators, and prosecutors—to take part in this important effort. After the blitz, participating groups will regroup to share results, intelligence, and lessons learned.
What you need to do:
Coordinate a local ORC blitz during the week of May 26
Review the CHP training and sample Operations Planning doc here
Let CCROC know you're participating by emailing inquiry@ccroc.org
If you have any questions or need help planning your blitz, feel free to reach out. This is a chance to show that our region is ready and committed to protecting our stores, our workers, and our neighborhoods.
Thank you for continuing to stand on the front lines in this fight.
LEADS ONLINE Advance 2025 Agenda
This conference brings together law enforcement from across the country for 16 hours of continuing education and valuable networking opportunities.
May 5 – 8, 2025
$209
Optional Early Check-in
May 5th (Monday) 5:00–7:00 p.m. CT
Speaker Sessions / Training
May 6th 8:00 a.m. to May 8th 5:00 p.m. CT
Hyatt Regency Frisco - Dallas
2615 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034
Book your hotel here
Cutoff date for room booking is April 14, 2025.
Request to attend Advance 2025
ORCAS in ACTION Webinar: ORC March Madness Special Edition
📅 Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 - 3:30 PM EST
📍 Location: Online (Zoom)
Join us for our Spring ORC March Madness special edition of the ORCAS in ACTION education series! This webinar is dedicated to supporting ORCAs, retailers, and law enforcement in the ongoing fight against organized retail crime (ORC).
What to Expect:
This session will focus on violent gangs and counterfeit goods, featuring top experts with firsthand knowledge and case studies.
🔹 Guest Speakers:
Eddy Dolan (Retired DHS Agent) – A deep dive into South American ORC gangs, drawing from 14+ years of experience stationed in Central America.
Alan Prejean (HSI, Border Enforcement Task Force, Southshore – New Orleans, LA) – Insight into major counterfeit goods investigations, including a high-profile case from the recent Super Bowl.
NEORCA Update – Learn about their upcoming ORC education symposium for law enforcement and DAs, offering valuable takeaways for other regions.
Dave Johnston (NRF) – ORC trends and what to expect at the NRF PROTECT conference.
How to Register:
🔗 More Information: https://losspreventionmedia.com/orcas-in-action-webinar-orc-march-madness-2025/
🎟 Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k49piKZhRaOyhXIK8_b1qw#/registration
📢 Even if you can’t attend live, register to receive the recording!
Help us spread the word—share this event with your teams! #ORCinACTION #RetailSecurity #LossPrevention
NRF ORC/Investigators' Network Mid-Atlantic Region
NRF ORC/Investigators' Network
Join the NRFs loss prevention network.
The NRF ORC/Investigators' Network comprises retail loss prevention professionals and federal, state and local law enforcement officers. The network shares information and strategizes solutions on the latest ORC trends. Members have the opportunity to build partnerships between retailers and law enforcement throughout the year.
Eligibility
The NRF ORC/Investigators' Network is open to retailers in loss prevention and cyber-related roles, members within the law enforcement industry, or at NRF’s discretion.
How to get involved:
To join the NRF ORC/Investigators' Network or learn more about NRF’s loss prevention programs and resources, contact Mary Kita.
The NRF ORC/Investigators' Network is open to retailers in loss prevention, asset protection or fraud-related roles, members within the law enforcement industry, or at NRF’s discretion.
See more here
REGISTER HERE
IAI Northeast Chapter Training
INVESTIGATIONS PROFESSIONALS…YOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS!!!
Please join the Internal Association of Interviewers (IAI) Northeast Chapter at the Urban Outfitters Corp Offices in Philadelphia!!!
January 14th, 2025, 1PM to 4PM
Please email Tom.Meehan@controltekusa.com to confirm in person attendance. SPACE IS LIMITED.
OPEN TO ALL INVESTIGATION PROFESSIONALS
You may also attend virtually, please use the Teams Invite below.
Speakers:
David Lund, CFI:
W-Z / IAI Executive Director
TOPIC: CFI Evolve
Julia Prybyla:
Security Industry Specialists
TOPIC: HR Partnership from a
W-Z trained HR Professional
Kevin Burke: Director of Protective Strategies, Security Industry Specialists and Matthew Dumpert: Managing Director, Kroll
TOPIC: Executive Protection Presentation and Panel
As a bonus, IAI will be giving away CFI Scholarships and will also have some prize giveaways!!!
LOCATION
Urban Outfitters
5000 South Broad St
Philadelphia PA 19112
Microsoft Teams Link: https://lnkd.in/eVfftavD
Meeting ID: 298 578 119 673
Passcode: qR6vK34s
Columbia MD ORC Cluster Meeting
The purpose of this meeting is for LP/AP, Law Enforcement, and Security fields to get together and:
Network and build lasting relationships
Share case information
Close some impactful cases
Identify obstacles that LE, Security, and AP/LP are facing in the surrounding area and work up a solution to challenges that we face
Have us as retailers, security and law enforcement share information about our business and jurisdictions so we can all understand how things work
Identify where product is being funneled to when it's being sold
JCPenney will be providing a projector for sharing any presentations. If any of you would like to bring a brief presentation on open cases you have going around, please let Chase Spedden know and it can be added into the PowerPoint.
We will be hosting the meeting in one of two spaces at the Mall In Columbia depending on a final headcount from 10:00-13:00 on October 16th 2024.
Food and drinks will be available at the meeting.
If you have any questions, brief presentations, or plan to attend please email by Wednesday October 9th.
Thank you and I hope to see you all at the meeting and we can close some cases!
Chase Spedden
Asset Protection Manager |
Florida Law Enforcement Property Recovery Unit (FLEPRU) 2024 Conference
Conference website:
Home - 2024 Annual FLEPRU Conference (cvent.com)
Attendee Registration:
Personal Information - 2024 Annual FLEPRU Conference (cvent.com)
Retail Fusion Center:
Retail Fusion Center - 2024 Annual FLEPRU Conference (cvent.com)
Rosen Plaza Hotel:
Hotel Info - 2024 Annual FLEPRU Conference (cvent.com)
If you have any questions regarding this year’s event, please don’t hesitate to call or email at (954) 410-8760 or contact@flepru.org.
Global Shield Network Conference
6th Annual Global Shield Network Conference
Annapolis, MD
September 5th & 6th, 2024
The Global SHIELD Network connects law enforcement & intelligence agencies together with public & private sector partners facilitating relationships, sharing of information and expanded distribution globally. The Maryland Shield Programs welcome our domestic and international SHIELD partners to a training event hosted at Graduate Annapolis!
Speakers from around the country will present on domestic extremism, foreign terrorist organizations, and drug trafficking. Check in on September 5th starts at 0800 with refreshments and lunch provided. We will adjourn for the day at 1645. Guests are welcome to check in on the 6th at 0730 for networking and breakfast with our program starting at 0830 and ending at 1300.
IAFCI International Training Conference
2024 IAFCI International Training Conference & Exhibitor Show
Green Valley Ranch Resort
Aug 26 - 30, 2024
Introduction
Viva Las Vegas!
"Don't Gamble with Fraud”
At our 5-day training conference, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with some of the world’s best subject matter experts, connect with exhibitors, attend two networking events, and more!
This year's conference is hosted by, the IAFCI Mountain West Chapter, located in Henderson, NV. We anticipate having close to 1,000 attendees. Our conference is focused on investigative tools, techniques, current & new emerging trends, and understanding schemes and detection in fighting financial crime and cybercrime across various industries. Our conference is a self-directed learning environment, attendees can earn up to 28 CPE credits. CPE Information Here
PROGRAM TOPIC HIGHLIGHTS: Financial Industry Mail Security Initiative (FIMSI), Cyber Fraud, Organized Retail Crime, Bust Out, Ethics, Human Trafficking, Crypto-Currency, Emerging Trends, Anti-Money Laundering, Mortgage Fraud, Auto Fraud, Skimming, Scams, and Much More!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Law Enforcement, Corporate Security, Retail, Loss Prevention, Financial Institutions, and Cyber Investigators.
REGISTER
ATTENDEE REGISTRATION INFORMATION & FEES (Speaker's See below)
FULL REGISTRATION INCLUDES 5 Day Conference, Opening Ceremonies, General Sessions, Breakout Sessions, Financial Industry Mail Initiative (FIMSI), Continental Breakfasts, Breaks, and Evening Networking Events Tuesday, "Mob Museum", Thursday, "Viv Las Vegas" Dinner Reception.
FEES FOR IAFCI MEMBERS Full Registration
$850. - Corporate Member
$650. - Law Enforcement Member
$730.- Law Enforcement & 2024 Dues
*2025 Dues - Applies to Current IAFCI Law Members Only
$585.- Retired Member
FEES FOR NON-MEMBERS Full Registration
$990. - Corporate Non-Member
$750. - Law Enforcement Non-Member
FIMSI Monday ONLY Attendee
(Fee Applies to all Attendees/Registrants)
$325. - FIMSI Monday
DAILY REGISTRATION FEE
$325. - Per Day
Tue. Daily Registration Includes Networking Event
Thu. Daily Registration Includes Networking Event
GUEST/SPOUSE PACKAGE
Includes all offered Meals, Tue & Thu Networking Events
$350. - Guest/Spouse Registration Package
ADDITIONAL GUEST EVENT TICKETS
$150. - Event Ticket Tuesday
$150. - Event Ticket Thursday
Tue. Daily Registration Includes Networking Event
Thu. Daily Registration Includes Networking Event
Special OSINT Virtual Training Event
Special OSINT Training Event
Live Two-Day Virtual Training
June 26th & 27th
8:00am - 1:00pm EST
Limited Seats!
Event is for Active IAFCI, CCROC, & MIORCA Members Only
Fee $30.00
FLYER DOWNLOAD HERE
Presenters:
Micah Hoffman, Co-Owner of My OSINT Training and has been working in the OSINT and cyber fields for decades. Micah loves using his technical skills to discover new OSINT methods and create new tools. Full Bio Here
Griffin Glynn, Co-Owner, and OSINT Expert, coming from a 20+ year career in the private sector, where he leveraged open-source intelligence in criminal investigations alongside all levels of law enforcement. Full Bio Here
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
For Active IAFCI Members Only!
Fee: $30.00 (Regular cost of class: $400)
IAFCI Mid-Atlantic Chapter - June Half Day Training
International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators Mid-Atlantic Chapter
Hosting an in-person half day training, 6/26/24, from 8:30am-12:00pm
FREE FOR IAFCI MEMBERS, $15 NON-MEMBERS
Montgomery County Police HQ: 100 Edison Park Dr., Gaithersburg MD
0830 - 0900: Breakfast & Networking
Topics:
Crypto Fraud & Investigations by the US Secret Service
Case Study: “Debt Cancellation Scheme, SA Ronnyne Bannister, Federal Housing Agency
Investigative Resources from MD MVA, and MCAC, by Rose Bianca, MVA
NRF PROTECT 2024
United by a shared mission
June 4-6, 2024 | Long Beach, CA
Long Beach Convention Center
Retail's Loss Prevention, Digital Fraud, Cybersecurity and Enterprise Risk Event
NRF PROTECT is the only retail security event that brings together asset protection, fraud prevention, cybersecurity and risk management professionals to discover new ways to protect your business.
Insights from experts
With a focus on solving complex security challenges like organized retail crime, data breaches, crisis management and ecommerce fraud, NRF PROTECT is where you will find the experts and insights to help mitigate risks, safeguard your assets and reduce potential loss. Explore our session topics and discover opportunities to dive further into certain topics with our expanded number of featured sessions focusing on role-specific and cross-functional engagement during moderated group table talks and special add-on programs during the registration process.
Need approval to attend?
Jumpstart the process by exploring pass types now and getting the green light to come. Copy our sample letter for your supervisor, make it your own, present it with confidence and gear up for a great event!
Newport News Police (South Precinct) Business Conference.
The Newport News Police South Precinct cordially invites you to their business conference. This conference will aim to increase the awareness of police resources and programs in communities, address different crimes your business may experience, and better tactics from a detectives response. We will discuss business cameras and how it solves crimes.
If you have any questions, please contact the South Precinct, Ms. Joyce Saunders, Administrative Technician at 757-975-5071. Your presence and support will add greatly to our business conference.
Deadline to register: May 8th, 2024
To register: email the following to saundersjm@nnva.gov:
Business/Agency:
Address:
Attendees:
Phone:
LOCATION: 3303 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA, 23607.
METRORCA ORC & Intel Sharing Meeting
The meeting will be hosted at the Montgomery County Fire Academy located 1175 Academy Drive, Conshohocken, PA. As always, this will be a great opportunity to network with Law Enforcement and Retail Investigators in the market.
The agenda will include several speakers covering initiatives and updates around Organized Retail Crime in Pennsylvania.
The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the IAFCI 2023 Annual Training
The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the IAFCI 2023 Annual Training
2-Day Training Seminar
Monday, October 16, 2023
and
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
LOCATION: Great Wolf Lodge
549 East Rochambeau Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23188
HOTEL COST: $114 per night
REGISTRATION
$200. for Members & Law Enforcement
$250. for Non-Members
Registration includes breakfast buffet and lunch buffet.
This event will be a comprehensive 2-day training seminar that will focus on various financial fraud schemes impacting law enforcement and private industry. Leading experts in the industry will be presenting valuable training in the areas of fraud investigations, prevention, mitigation and current fraud trends affecting the United States.
Topics include: Health Care, Unemployment, SBA & Insurance Fraud, Understanding Cryptocurrency, BSA/AML updates, Organized Retail Theft & Case Preparation, Ethics in Investigations, and case studies involving large scale vehicle purchase fraud, identity theft and elder fraud.
The training is open to all law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and investigators from the private arena who investigate financial fraud. This is a must attend event if you are tasked with investigating financial crimes!
Credits apply CPE, CFCI, and CCCI, LE credit will be provided where applicable.
REGISTRATION
Registration includes breakfast buffet and lunch buffet
Registration Fees Does Not Include Hotel Accommodations:
$200 IAFCI Members & Law Enforcement
$250 Non-Member
Law Enforcement agencies whose annual training budgets have been exhausted for the fiscal year can register and delay payment until October 30, 2023. You MUST talk to Brandon Mengedoht at 240-832-8318 in advance to confirm if you need to do this.
https://www.iafci.org/Public/Training_Events/2023/Mid-Atlantic_2-Day_Training_Seminar_October_16-17__2023.aspx
CLEAR Conference
Coalition of Law Enforcement & Retail’s (CLEAR) Annual Conference in partnership with the Florida Law Enforcement Property Recovery Unit (FLEPRU): Oct. 9 – 12 in Orlando, FL
Maryland Retailers Association's Organized Retail Crime Conference
Thursday, May 4th, 2023
Henry L. Hein Public Service Building
7480 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd.
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
*Free public parking is available behind the building.
Registration/Networking: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Conference: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Multiple panel discussions in the following areas:
Overview of federal law and what is required to make a case;
Introduction to organized retail crime;
Technology used in retail and new technology;
Investigative Resources;
RAPID/Leads Online Administration;
Overview of the INFORM Act and E-commerce Case Presentation;
Use of electronic surveillance in ORC investigations;
And Legal issues.
To sign up visit this link: https://forms.gle/o9swuatj2FMLiCgx7
Mid Atlantic IAFCI Half Day
Mid-Atlantic Chapter International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators
Free
In Person half-day
Training Event/Business Meeting
Location:
Montgomery County Police Headquarters
100 Edison Park Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
March 15, 2023 (09:00am-Noon) Continental breakfast to include, coffee, juice will be served
We are still looking for speakers if you are interested, please contact:
Brandon Mengedoht (Brandon.Mengedoht@syf.com)
CLEAR Annual Conference
Combat Organized Retail Crime (ORC) by attending the Coalition of Law Enforcement & Retail’s (CLEAR)
Annual Conference in partnership with the
Florida Law Enforcement Property Recovery Unit (FLEPRU)
Nov. 7 – 10 in Orlando, Florida.
Have solution-based discussions with the largest police organizations from across the country.
Hosting an upcoming meeting for intel sharing or training?
Let us know, so we can let MAORCA Members know!