Meet our judges...

Heshika Taylor

Head of Central Operations

MECCA Brands

Hesh Taylor brings over 27 years of experience in Retail strategy, risk management and profit protection within the retail sector. With an extensive career across FMCG and Beauty as a strategic Retail leader, she specialises in identifying and mitigating risks associated with retail loss, profit erosions and organised crime management. Hesh has been instrumental in developing innovative risk assessment frameworks that have significantly reduced losses for her organizations. She has successfully led initiatives that have decreased shrinkage rates by over 50% in multiple retail environments and in 2019 represented Australia in RILA-USA as a speaker to address Organised Retail Crime managment(ORC) . Hesh is known for his strategic approach to integrating technology into loss prevention efforts, utilising data analytics to drive informed decision-making. Her insights into emerging retail trends and their associated risks make her a valuable asset to the judging panel.

Suzanne Frazer

Regional Security and Loss Prevention Manager

Amazon

Suzanne Frazer is a seasoned expert with over 25 years in Loss Prevention, Security, Risk, and Investigations. As a Regional Loss Prevention and Security Manager at Amazon, Suzanne’s insights and experiences are invaluable. She’s a driving force behind Amazon’s Women in Security Affinity group, uplifting and inspiring female talent in the risk industry. Suzanne’s role as the APAC POC for Amazon’s global training programs, including Women in Leadership and Together Becoming Allies, further solidifies her commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Nathan Hambrook

Group Loss Prevention Manager

Brandbank

Nathan has been involved with Loss Prevention / Risk management for 24 years working in global business including Amazon, Afterpay and local businesses including Wesfarmers corporate and shared services, Officeworks, JPL Group and currently the Group Loss Prevention Manager for Unison, Seed Heritage, KikkiK, Fine day, Allkinds and Commonry which are covered under the Brandbank Business which covers over 500 sites across Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

Kesara Kumaraperuma

National Retail Business Partner

Myer

Kesara Kumaraperuma comes from a legal background and has experience in governance and advisory roles prior to joining Myer. Currently, Kesara serves as the National Retail Loss Business Partner at Myer. In this dynamic role, Kesara spearheads transformative strategies in retail operations, focused on protecting people and profit. Their responsibilities encompass strategic planning and oversight of critical initiatives that align with Myer’s overarching goals, with a primary focus on operational efficiency and governance. Kesara works closely with Myer’s leadership team and stores to identify and maximize opportunities, supporting the delivery of the Customer First Strategy in line with Myer’s financial imperatives.

Ian Pigdon

Head Of Internal Audit & Loss Prevention

Country Road Group

With a background in banking – Ian headed up internal audit at National Australia Bank before joining Country Road Group in 2017 – Ian brings a fresh and dynamic approach to Loss Prevention.

Cat Cavka

National Loss Prevention Manager

Australia Pharmaceuticals Industries

With over 18 years of industry experience in Loss Prevention, Investigations, and Inventory management, Cat has built a career focussed in both retail and supply chain sectors at domestic and global levels. Her passion lies in strategic, big-picture thinking, working in partnership with key stakeholders to develop strategies that not only reduce loss but also support operational efficiency

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