Global Security Solutions Announces Bobby Mothershed as Vice President of Business Development, US & Canada

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (December 1, 2025) – Global Security Solutions (GSS) is expanding its leadership team with the addition of Bobby Mothershed as Vice President of Business Development, US & Canada, supporting the company’s ongoing growth across North America and strengthening its position as a leader in EAS and retail security solutions.

A seasoned retail and asset protection executive, Mothershed brings a deep understanding of customer needs, a wealth of industry knowledge, and decades of experience shaping operational, loss prevention, and security strategies across large, complex retail environments. Known for his consultative approach, he has built long-standing relationships throughout the retail community and is widely recognized for connecting customer challenges with practical, impactful solutions.

In his new role, Mothershed will lead GSS’s Business Development Team and oversee sales and support efforts across the US and Canada, with a focus on expanding customer partnerships, advancing technology-driven solutions, and developing new revenue opportunities across both retail and commercial sectors. His leadership will play a key role in identifying emerging market opportunities, strengthening strategic partnerships, and driving growth across GSS’s evolving solutions portfolio.

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Brigham Roberts named Senior Director Loss Prevention Business Continuity for ProTrans

Before joining ProTrans as Senior Director of Loss Prevention and Business Continuity, Brigham spent two years at CarParts.com as Director of Safety (EHS) and Security. He previously held leadership roles at Party City, serving as Director and Senior Manager of AP and Safety. Earlier in his career, Brigham built deep retail experience with Michaels, Home Depot, Walgreens, Best Buy, and Walmart. Congratulations, Brigham, on this next chapter.

Kenny Hayes named District Asset Protection Managerfor The Home Depot

Kenny steps into this role with more than two decades of loss prevention and asset protection leadership across some of retail’s most recognized brands. Before joining The Home Depot, he spent over five years as a District Asset Protection Manager with Burlington Stores, where he drove shrink reduction and operational excellence across the Atlanta market. Prior to Burlington, Kenny served as a Regional Loss Prevention Manager for Variety Wholesalers and spent nearly fourteen years with The TJX Companies as a District Loss Prevention Manager. He began his career in the Greater Chicago Area with Old Navy, building the strong investigative and leadership foundation he’s known for today.

The Home Depot gains a seasoned, battle-tested leader with a deep understanding of AP operations, team development, and creating safe, profitable environments.

Huge congratulations to Kenny on this well-earned move!

Kirk Carter Named Regional Loss Prevention Manager for Goodwill SoCal

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Goodwill Southern California has announced Kirk Carter as its new Regional Loss Prevention Manager, bringing more than 20 years of deep operational and loss prevention expertise to the role. Kirk is known for building and executing tactical business strategies that strengthen profitability, elevate operational performance, and support long-term organizational growth. His career includes leadership across operations, P&L management, investigations, distribution, brand strategy, and technology development, with a strong emphasis on developing high-performing teams.

Kirk is a results-oriented leader with a proven track record of strategic thinking, problem solving, and mentoring talent across multi-unit environments. His specialties include Loss Prevention Management, Strategic Planning, P&L oversight, Inventory Management, Investigations, Supply Chain, Budgeting, and cross-functional partnership.

Please join us in congratulating Kirk on this well-earned achievement and his continued leadership within the LP community.

Oscar M. promoted to Senior Director Asset Protection & Safety for ALO

Oscar joined ALO in 2024 and has quickly made his mark. After serving as Director of Asset Protection and Safety, he’s now been promoted to Senior Director of Asset Protection and Safety. Before joining ALO, Oscar spent more than seven years with Equinox as a Senior Regional LP Manager and previously held leadership roles with 24 Hour Fitness, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, and JCPenney. Congratulations on the well-deserved promotion, Oscar!

Will Rutty promoted to Director of Asset Protection Field Operations at REI

Will has been part of the REI team for more than seven years, joining in 2018 as a Multi-Regional Asset Protection Manager. He most recently served as Senior Asset Protection Manager for Supply Chain before earning his promotion to Director of Asset Protection Field Operations. Prior to REI, Will spent over 17 years with Gap Inc. and Old Navy in multiple leadership roles, including Senior Loss Prevention Manager, Loss Prevention Manager, and Loss Prevention Lead. Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion, Will!

Robert Hough, CFI Promoted to Vice President of Loss Prevention, Audit & Firearms Compliance at Dunham’s Sports

Congratulations to Robert Hough on his promotion to Vice President of Loss Prevention, Audit & Firearms Compliance at Dunham’s Sports. Robert has been a dedicated member of the Dunham’s team for nearly 24 years, beginning his career in 2001 as a Territory Loss Prevention Manager. Over the years, he has held a variety of key leadership roles, including Managing Director of Loss Prevention, Audit & Firearms Compliance, Director of Store Operations & Expense Management, Senior Operations Manager, and Regional Manager of LP, Audit & Firearms Compliance. His continued leadership and commitment to operational excellence have been instrumental to the company’s success—congratulations, Robert, on this well-deserved achievement!

Hedgie Bartol, LPQ, LPC Named Vice President of Retail Business Development at Alpha Vision

Please join us in congratulating Hedgie Bartol on being named Vice President of Retail Business Development at Alpha Vision. Hedgie brings extensive experience in retail technology and strategic partnerships, having most recently served as Vice President of Business Development at Indyme Solutions and previously as Senior Director of Retail Business Development at Auror. Before that, he spent more than a decade with Axis Communications as Retail Business Development Manager, where he played a key role in shaping the company’s retail strategy and customer engagement. Congratulations, Hedgie, on this exciting new chapter!

Gabriel Levit, CFI, MLS named Head of Loss Prevention for Staples

Please join us in congratulating Gabriel Levit on his promotion to Head of Loss Prevention at Staples. In this new role, Gabriel will lead enterprise-wide efforts to safeguard company assets, strengthen operational performance, and advance a culture of safety, integrity, and accountability across all Staples locations.

Gabriel brings more than 15 years of progressive experience in asset protection, investigations, and brand integrity. He most recently served as Senior Director of Brand & Trade Protection and Investigations at EssilorLuxottica, where he led global initiatives to protect brands, reduce risk, and combat organized retail crime. His earlier experience includes leadership roles with Toys“R”Us, T-Mobile, and Gap Inc., where he built and mentored high-performing teams focused on operational excellence and investigative strategy.

Gabriel holds a master’s degree in Legal Studies and Business Law from Northeastern University and a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Framingham State University. Congratulations, Gabriel, on this well-earned achievement and exciting new chapter with Staples!