Stefanie Hoover Received 2026 ORC Advocacy Award
The Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail honored Hoover for her dedication to the loss prevention profession.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Property Crime
The Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail has named Stefanie Hoover the winner of the 2026 ORC Advocacy Award. The honor recognizes her long-standing work in the retail loss prevention industry.
Why it matters
This award highlights the importance of partnerships between retailers and law enforcement in combating organized retail crime. It rewards those who advance industry education and professional collaboration.
The 2026 ORC Advocacy Award is granted for professional achievement in loss prevention spanning more than 20 years of industry experience. The formal recognition ceremony remains scheduled for November.
The players
Stefanie Hoover
She is the vice president and editor-in-chief of Loss Prevention Magazine and holds a degree in Administration of Justice from Southern Illinois University.
Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail
This organization facilitates partnerships between the retail industry and law enforcement agencies to reduce organized retail crime.
The details
Stefanie Hoover, who currently serves as the vice president and editor-in-chief of Loss Prevention Magazine, was selected for her efforts to strengthen awareness and collaboration within the retail sector. Previously, she held various loss prevention roles at major retailers including TJX, Toys 'R' Us, and Neiman Marcus.
Timeline
The 2026 ORC Advocacy Award ceremony will occur from November 9-12, 2026.
Legal Context
The award presentation at the CLEAR National Training Conference follows a pattern of industry-led recognition events. These forums serve as the primary mechanism for aligning private sector security strategies with public law enforcement mandates.
Increased collaboration between retailers and local law enforcement often results in more robust security measures at regional shopping centers. These efforts aim to improve overall safety and decrease occurrences of organized theft within the community.
The takeaway
Advocacy in the retail sector relies on a combination of deep professional experience and consistent collaboration between private and public partners. Professionals in this field can improve local safety by prioritizing education and partnership development.
What happens next
Stefanie Hoover will receive the award at the 2026 CLEAR National Training Conference, which takes place in Las Vegas at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino from November 9-12, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on current efforts to combat retail theft, visit Property Crime.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Loss Prevention Media.
