Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Timeline

Ryan Tripodi

Wakefern Food Corp.
Lake Hopatcong,NJ
3
years of professional experience

Strong analytical mindset with experience evaluating discrepancies, interpreting data from surveillance systems, and producing detailed reports for leadership and legal review. Known for accuracy, integrity, and cross‑department collaboration in fast‑paced warehouse and distribution environments.

Work History

Compound Investigator - Asset Protection

1 Year 4 Months
Wakefern Food Corp. | 04.2025 - Current
  • Responsible for ensuring a safe, secure, and organized environment for all associates, visitors, and company assets.
  • Conducted investigations to ensure integrity of warehouse and distribution operations.
  • Utilized surveillance systems to identify and resolve incidents, enhancing overall security posture.
  • Prepared detailed investigative reports for management and legal review, facilitating informed decision-making and compliance.
  • Respond to all emergency situations including employee injuries, alarm activations, and motor vehicle accidents.

Loss Prevention

1 Year 3 Months
ShopRite | 01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies through customer activity monitoring and professional presence on sales floor.
  • Conduct regular surveillance to enhance store security and reduce shrink.
  • Conducted regular surveillance to improve store security and minimize shrink.
  • Assisted in apprehending shoplifters, adhering to proper protocol and reporting procedures.

Surveillance Investigator

4 Months
VRC Investigations | 07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Conducted mobile and stationary surveillance to gather evidence for insurance investigations.
  • Investigated disability claims, identifying and documenting potential fraud to support case outcomes.
  • Executed covert operations while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Delivered comprehensive reports detailing findings, expenses, and relevant incidents.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Rutgers University | New Brunswick, NJ | 05.2023
  • Graduated Cum Laude
  • Minor in Psychology
  • Member, Club Wrestling Team
  • Academic All-American (Club Wrestling)

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Western New England University | Springfield, MA | 05.2020

Timeline

Compound Investigator - Asset Protection

Wakefern Food Corp.
04.2025 - CurrentRead More

Surveillance Investigator

VRC Investigations
07.2024 - 11.2024Read More

Loss Prevention

ShopRite
01.2024 - 04.2025Read More

Western New England University

Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
Read More

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
Read More
Ryan Tripodi