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Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Certifications And Honors
Professional References
Languages
Certification
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Daniel Mena

Daniel Mena

Plantation,FL

Summary

Loss Prevention professional with proven track record in safeguarding assets and minimizing losses. Skilled in risk assessment, surveillance, and implementing effective security measures. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing environments. Known for reliability, integrity, and achieving measurable results in high-pressure situations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Loss Prevention Manager II

Amazon
03.2022 - Current

• Direct operations and security protocols across 33 logistics and fulfillment centers, implementing comprehensive threat assessment and risk mitigation strategies

• Cultivate strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to establish organizational objectives, drive decision-making processes, and develop sustainable solutions

• Demonstrate exceptional leadership in spearheading local initiatives while maintaining autonomous project management

• Lead critical incident response and conduct high-level investigations, managing complex escalations with strategic problem-solving approaches

• Design and execute proactive risk management strategies to ensure long-term operational resilience

• Navigate challenging scenarios with innovative solutions while maintaining organizational integrity and compliance

Loss Prevention Specialist

Amazon
07.2019 - 03.2022

• Lead end-to-end internal investigations, including forensic analysis, stakeholder interviews, and asset recovery initiatives, resulting in successful resolution of loss incidents

• Develop and implement comprehensive risk assessment strategies to safeguard fulfillment center operations, effectively communicating action plans to key stakeholders

Global Travel Security Coordinator

VISA
05.2016 - 07.2019

• Orchestrate comprehensive travel security protocols for high-ranking executives in high-risk international destinations, ensuring seamless logistics and optimal safety measures

• Conduct thorough risk assessments and threat analyses to identify potential security concerns, implementing tailored mitigation strategies for each travel scenario

• Manage a network of global security vendors, coordinating specialized personnel and resources including armed security details, armored transportation, and language support services


Adult Protective Investigator (API)

Florida Department of Children and Families
10.2015 - 05.2016

• Execute complex investigations into cases of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults, ensuring full compliance with Florida Statutes while delivering optimal resolutions

• Maintain comprehensive electronic case management systems, documenting critical evidence and investigation materials with meticulous attention to detail

• Conduct thorough evidence analysis and victim advocacy, implementing strategic intervention plans and coordinating with service providers to ensure client safety and rehabilitation

Lead Security/Loss Prevention Specialist

Apple/Security Industry Specialists (SIS) Inc.
09.2012 - 10.2015

• Provide high-level security escort services for clients transporting high-value products and revenue, ensuring comprehensive asset protection protocols

• Develop detailed incident documentation and loss prevention reports, implementing strategic response plans to protect corporate assets and minimize future exposure

• Design and execute fraud prevention strategies, identifying potential vulnerabilities and establishing proactive countermeasures

Education

Bachelor of Science degree - Criminal Justice, Concentration in Homeland Security

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
05.2015

Skills

  • Security systems management
  • Fraudulent activities investigations
  • Physical security
  • Forensic interview techniques
  • Access control
  • Investigation techniques
  • Asset protection
  • Cost reduction
  • Theft investigations
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Problem-solving
  • Effective interview techniques

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved over 200 investigations which led to recovering $4.5M for a top Fortune 500 company.
  • Supervised and led team of 12 staff members achieve top case resolution goals.
  • Named Top Investigator of the Year in 2019.
  • Completed RUBY Leadership Academy in 2024.
  • Undergoing Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification - est. completion 2025.

Certifications And Honors

  • Wicklander Zulawski – Interview and Interrogation Techniques
  • Active Shooter Scenario Instructor
  • Amazon Loss Prevention Investigator of the Year – 2022
  • RUBY Leadership Academy Graduate
  • Microsoft Excel Graduate Course

Professional References

  • Danny Cabaleiro, CVS, (305) 804-3608
  • Julio Iglesias, Apple, (786) 518-4295
  • Larry Martinez, Wildfork Foods, (786) 461-6525
  • Alex Landestoy, Amazon, (305) 775-1376

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Certification

  • Certified Wicklander Zulawski - Interview and Interrogations Techniques - 2019.
  • Active Shooter and Incident Crisis Management Instructor - 2022
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification- est. 2025.

Timeline

Loss Prevention Manager II

Amazon
03.2022 - Current

Loss Prevention Specialist

Amazon
07.2019 - 03.2022

Global Travel Security Coordinator

VISA
05.2016 - 07.2019

Adult Protective Investigator (API)

Florida Department of Children and Families
10.2015 - 05.2016

Lead Security/Loss Prevention Specialist

Apple/Security Industry Specialists (SIS) Inc.
09.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science degree - Criminal Justice, Concentration in Homeland Security

Miami Dade College