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Brian Kennedy

West Salem

Summary

Accomplished Asset Protection Solutions & Technology Manager with over 20 years of experience in the retail space. Proven expertise in implementing innovative security systems at Festival Foods with intimate knowledge of DMP and OpenEye VMS . Skilled in financial planning and relationship building, I successfully drove initiatives that reduced theft and fraud, enhancing operational efficiency and safety across multiple locations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Asset Protection Solutions & Technology Manager

Skogen's Festival Foods
02.2023 - 03.2025
  • Main point of contact for Asset Protection partners, relating to access control, camera systems, and other Asset Protection technologies.
  • Primary contact and administrator for access control, alarm schedules, fire & burglary monitoring systems, and surveillance systems.
  • Research, evaluate, and seek out new technology to improve security-based systems.
  • Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Assessed business requirements to create focused solutions.
  • Implemented and maintained Asset Protection budget.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Asset Protection Senior Specialist

Skogen's Festival Foods
09.2020 - 02.2023
  • Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented strategies to achieve targets.
  • Supported department leadership in implementing new policies, procedures and controls.
  • Prevent loss caused by theft and fraud at multiple locations.
  • Lead internal investigations and interviews.
  • Support safety initiatives within the company
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Regional Asset Protection Manager

Skogen's Festival Foods
02.2017 - 09.2020
  • Drive initiatives to reduce loss due to theft and fraud through a team of Asset Protection Specialists at several locations.
  • Fostered long term relationships with Asset Protection related vendors.
  • Assisted with the opening and acquisition of several new store locations.
  • Build an Asset Protection culture to assist in the reduction of shrink.
  • Aided in the implementation and advancement of several Asset Protection programs.
  • Built cross-functional relationships with business partners to reduce losses.

Asset Protection Specialist

Skogen's Festival Foods
02.2011 - 02.2017
  • Reviewed CCTV and audited EAS and exception reports to identify dishonest activity, theft and fraud.
  • Leveraged surveillance and intelligence-led tactics to foster safety and security while minimizing company loss.
  • Led physical security and safety culture through training and by promoting safe and secure standards.
  • Prepared case reports, preserved evidence, interacted with law enforcement and testified in criminal and civil court actions to facilitate prosecution.

Shift Manager

Quillin's IGA
02.2004 - 02.2011
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
  • Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

UW La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
05-2004

Skills

  • Clear and Professional Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Expertise in Camera and Physical Security Solutions
  • Planning Security System Deployments
  • Oversaw Large-Scale Project Implementation
  • Financial Planning Management
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Asset Protection Solutions & Technology Manager

Skogen's Festival Foods
02.2023 - 03.2025

Asset Protection Senior Specialist

Skogen's Festival Foods
09.2020 - 02.2023

Regional Asset Protection Manager

Skogen's Festival Foods
02.2017 - 09.2020

Asset Protection Specialist

Skogen's Festival Foods
02.2011 - 02.2017

Shift Manager

Quillin's IGA
02.2004 - 02.2011

Associate of Science - Biology

UW La Crosse

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