Stefanie Hoover Received 2026 ORC Advocacy Award
The Loss Prevention Magazine editor will accept the honor at a conference in Las Vegas this November.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Property Crime
Stefanie Hoover, vice president and editor-in-chief of Loss Prevention Magazine, has been named the recipient of the 2026 ORC Advocacy Award by the Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail. The honor recognizes her two decades of work in the loss prevention industry and her efforts to connect retailers with law enforcement to combat organized retail crime.
Why it matters
Organized retail theft remains a critical concern for both local business owners and law enforcement agencies across the valley. This award highlights the ongoing focus on cross-sector collaboration necessary to strengthen security and address retail-based criminal activity.
The award honors a career spanning 20 years in loss prevention, an extensive tenure within a sector often impacted by fluctuating theft rates. Recognition is determined by the Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail, though specific criteria for future nominees remain undisclosed.
The players
Stefanie Hoover
The vice president and editor-in-chief of Loss Prevention Magazine and recipient of the 2026 ORC Advocacy Award.
Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail
An organization that fosters collaboration between retailers and law enforcement to combat organized retail crime.
The details
The Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail selected Hoover to emphasize the importance of partnerships between private sector security and public safety officials. Hoover, whose background includes roles at TJX, Toys 'R' Us, and Neiman Marcus, will receive the award at the 2026 CLEAR National Training Conference. The presentation is scheduled to take place at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino.
Timeline
November 9-12, 2026: Formal presentation of the 2026 ORC Advocacy Award.
Beyond the Strip
The CLEAR National Training Conference has historically served as a hub for industry professionals to align on security protocols. This year's event continues that pattern by hosting the 2026 ORC Advocacy Award ceremony in the Las Vegas Valley.
Business owners and security staff in the valley may monitor the upcoming conference for emerging industry standards and training resources. The event is scheduled to take place at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino in November.
The takeaway
Advocacy and collaboration remain central themes for those managing retail security in our region. Watch for insights emerging from the 2026 CLEAR National Training Conference to see how industry leaders plan to address retail crime in the coming year.
What happens next
The formal presentation and training conference will occur at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino from November 9-12, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local efforts to curb shoplifting and retail theft, visit Property Crime.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Loss Prevention Media.
