irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $812KPublished Loss Prevention Magazine and Newletter to provide new information and educational content for loss prevention professionals.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
LP Benevolent Fund
Provides financial assistance to families of loss prevention professionals affected by tragedy or hardship.
LPCertified (LPC)
Advanced certification for experienced loss prevention and asset protection professionals, including corporate and field management, with online course and exam components.
LPF Membership
Membership program offering benefits such as discounts on certification courses, networking opportunities, and access to resources.
LPQualified (LPQ)
Entry-level certification program for loss prevention professionals with less than three years of experience, including an online course and exam.
ORC Certificate Course
Online course designed to introduce individuals to the fundamentals of loss prevention and asset protection careers.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Administer LPQ and LPC certification programsOffers college-accredited, web-accessible preparation courses and proctored exams for the LPQualified (LPQ) and LPCertified (LPC) credentials, which are internationally recognized certifications in retail loss prevention and asset protection. The curriculum is structured around core competencies including the retail environment, business skills, and loss prevention tools.
- Provide continuing education and membership benefits for certification maintenanceProvides annual continuing education units (CEUs) through LP Magazine subscriptions and other resources, supports recertification for LPC holders, and offers benefits such as fee waivers for lifetime members and discounted courses for members, military personnel, and certified forensic interviewers.
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Church and Congregation-Based Financial Aid 1 activity
- Fund financial grants to families in the loss prevention industry via the LP Benevolent FundProvides financial grants to families of individuals in the loss prevention industry through the LP Benevolent Fund, supporting those facing hardship.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Publish educational content for loss prevention professionalsProduces and distributes Loss Prevention Magazine and newsletters to disseminate educational content and support professional development in the loss prevention field.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Recruit talent into loss prevention through partnership programsOperates the Academic Retail Partnership Program and Military Discount program to recruit students, military personnel, and law enforcement professionals into the loss prevention and asset protection industry.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.06M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.96M95%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$108K
expenses
Total expenses$2.10M
Program expenses56%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising12%
Salaries & benefits$909K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.67M
Cash$1.86M
Investments$0
Liabilities$472K
Net assets$2.20M
Liquid reserves10.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -43.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caroline Kochmann | President | 40 | $225K |
| Stefanie Hoover | VP & Chief Editor | 40 | $188K |
| Julie Lawson | Director | 40 | $132K |
| Jacque Brittain | Director | 40 | $125K |
board members · 21
- Alisa Dart — Member
- Allan Watters — Member
- Christyn Keef — Member
- Cita Doyle — Member
- David Lund — Member
- James Cosseboom — Member
- Jason Coren — Member
- Jim Lee — Member
- Joe Metro — Member
- Karen Edwards — Member
- Ken Peschier — Member
- Kevin McMenimen — President
- Kris Vece — Member
- Leo Anguiano — Member
- Lisa LaBruno — Member
- Mark Stinde — Chairman
- Meredith Plaxco — Member
- Michael Lamb — Member
- Michael Limauro — Member
- Nadine Lajeune — Member
- Ned McCauley — Member
relationships · 40
Who they work with
- 75 leading-edge retail companies Partner — Collaborates with professionals from over 75 retail companies to develop and update LPQ course and exam content.
- Academic Retail Partnership Program Partner — Collaborative initiative to connect colleges and universities with the retail loss prevention and asset protection industry.
- Agilence Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Alto Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Appriss Retail Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Auror Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Axis Communications Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Axon Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Checkpoint Systems Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Everseen Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- FaceFirst Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Facebook Partner — Offers login integration for members through Facebook.
- Facebook Partner — Offers social media login integration via Facebook for user authentication.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for user login, indicating a technical integration partnership.
- GSX Partner — Collaborates on industry events, including hosting certification activities at GSX 2026 in Atlanta, GA.
- Gatekeeper Systems Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Industrial Security Solutions Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- InsteK Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Intel Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- LIVEVIEW Technologies Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- LP Magazine Partner — Provides automatic subscription to LP Magazine for members, which contributes CEUs toward LPC recertification.
- LPC Course Partner — Partner organization offering certification courses in loss prevention.
- LPQ Course Partner — Partner organization offering educational courses in loss prevention.
- LinkedIn Partner — Offers login integration for members through LinkedIn.
- LinkedIn Partner — Offers social media login integration via LinkedIn for user authentication.
- LinkedIn Partner — Platform used for user login, indicating a technical integration partnership.
- Loss Prevention Media Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- MetroOne LP Security Group Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- Motorola Solutions Partner — Valued partner of The Loss Prevention Foundation, listed among doctorate and master level partners.
- NRF Partner — Collaborates on events including NRF Protect 2026 and Swing for Certification.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Business-Integrated Loss Preventionmethodology: business-integrated loss preventionBy integrating loss prevention into retail profit center operations, we shift its perception from a cost center to a strategic function, because embedding practice within business operations increases organizational buy-in and impact.
- Eligibility-Based Certification Modelmethodology: eligibility-based-certificationBy requiring applicants to meet defined eligibility criteria before certification, we ensure that only qualified individuals enter the profession, because structured pathways uphold professional standards and credibility.
- Industry-Knowledge-Driven Curriculum Developmentmethodology: industry-knowledge-channelingBy channeling current industry knowledge through global networks and volunteer professionals, we keep certification programs relevant and effective, because real-time practitioner input ensures alignment with evolving field demands.
- Professional Certification with Accredited Educationmethodology: professional certification with accredited educationBy offering college-accredited, web-accessible certification courses, we standardize and professionalize loss prevention knowledge and practice, because accreditation ensures rigor and accessibility supports workforce-wide adoption.
- Specialized Professional Education for Practitionersmethodology: specialized-professional-educationBy focusing exclusively on the educational needs of retail loss prevention practitioners, we build targeted expertise and career pathways, because specialization increases relevance and engagement compared to generalist trade association offerings.