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INVESTIGATOR

June 2026 at NRF PROTECT in Grapevine TX

Individuals, Teams, 

Retailers (only)

This investigator is not just responsible for one great investigation, but is recognized for their consistency in being resourceful, and in the quality and execution of their performance as a whole.  A partner and an innovator, this individual isn't afraid to get their hands dirty in picking up each stone to see what might be underneath, and is more than comfortable in seeking out the answer when a question should arise.

Recognizing that investigations take teamwork - you can also nominate your retail investigations "team"  for this award category. 

To be eligible for nomination, the Investigator/investigators must currently be, or have been, in the retail loss prevention role for which they are being nominated, for some or all of the calendar year of the nomination, as a retail investigator.  Individuals must be nominated by someone other than themselves.

For the purpose of recognizing a specific investigation, please consider nominating in the Investigation of the Year category.  To nominate outstanding Law Enforcement investigation partners, please consider nominating in the Law Enforcement Partner of the Year category.    

Nominations are NOW OPEN     - Nominations will be open until mid-April 2026 

VOTING OPENS IN MAY 2026  - Check back in May for more details.

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