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Top 5 Reasons Not to Miss CyberTexas 2019

SAN ANTONIO, Texas -- Cybersecurity leaders are set to convene at the annual CyberTexas conference, cyber job fair and Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony in San Antonio, August 20 and 21, 2019, produced by the CyberTexas Foundation.

Defend, protect, secure - three words we often use to define the state of engagement on the battlefield. But in an age of heighten cybersecurity threats, physical warfare isn't the only battle worthy of preparation. Cybersecurity has become a critical issue for all private industries, on every level of local, state and federal government, military and academia which leaves public and private institutions on the front line of defense for protecting critical infrastructure.

Texas, a state known for its big, and often, non-traditional approaches to problem solving, has been on the forefront of cybersecurity dating back to the early 1980s when computer networks were just starting to develop. In the years that followed, cities like San Antonio, Houston and Austin became leaders in building the cybersecurity ecosystem in the region, which led to not only the development of a strong cybersecurity workforce, but the creation of innovative cyber products and services, and the installation of the world-class U.S. Air Force Cyber Command at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA).

The Lone Star state is a hotbed for network security, cyber risk mitigation and threat intelligence. It is this reality alone that opens the doors to cybersecurity events like the CyberTexas Conference. Now in its ninth year, the conference is a platform for industry thought leaders from across the state and abroad to collaborate, problem solve, retool and prepare for the next wave of cyber threats. During the two-day event, August 20th - 21st at the University of Texas at San Antonio's (UTSA) downtown campus, cyber leaders will gather to hear from speakers, learn about products and services during an exhibitor's showcase, participate in a cyber job fair hosted by Cleared Jobs, and witness the 2019 San Antonio Cyber Hall of Honor induction ceremony. However, if industry enthusiasts are still uncertain about attending this year's conference, here are five reasons not to miss CyberTexas 2019:

1 - Two is better than one

Unlike the past eight years, CyberTexas is being held in collaboration with UTSA's International Information Sharing Conference (IISC). The back-to-back events will draw hundreds of cybersecurity and information sharing leaders and offer attendees the opportunity to experience three high-impact days of networking and collaborating with cyber professionals from across the state. CyberTexas will take place on August 20th and 21st and IISC will start on August 21st and conclude on August 22nd.

2 - It's more than a cyber conference

San Antonio has nurtured the cybersecurity industry's most renowned leaders, educated thousands of cyber warriors at world-class institutions, like UTSA, trained mission-ready military cyber warriors at Air Force Cyber Command, and inspired the development of high-growth information technology companies. In recognition of these efforts, CyberTexas brings a unique opportunity for cyber professionals to learn from the expertise of the city's most recognized IT leaders.

3 - It's all about Texas

With over 40 speakers, the event will bring industry, government, military and academia leaders to the main stage, including keynote speakers: Steve Povolny, Head of Advanced Threat Research, McAfee; Joe Sanchez, Director and Executive Director, CyberTexas Foundation; Maj. Gen. Robert J. Skinner, Commander, 24th Air Force; Commander, Air Forces Cyber and Commander, Joint Force Headquarters-Cyber, JBSA-Lackland, Texas; Brig. Gen. George M. Reynolds, Vice Commander, 25th Air Force, JBSA-Lackland, Texas; Umesh Verma, Founder, Cyber Houston and CEO, BLUE LANCE and Jim Perschbach, President & CEO, Port San Antonio. This year's theme, Cybersecurity Communities Throughout Texas, illustrates the event's focus on educating attendees about Texas' growing cyber ecosystem.

4 - Network security can't wait

No matter if your interests are machine learning, cyber threat intelligence, risk mitigation, or smart cities, or if your most immediate cyber concerns are security issues regarding elections, maritime, or cloud security, the importance of preparing for the next cyber threat could be the difference between total business disruption and network resiliency. Therefore, there's no time like the present when it comes to building a better cyber defense toolbox to combat new threats.

5 - Texas' cyber communities are trailblazers

This year's CyberTexas will provide opportunities to learn about new policies and programs across the region including, Cyber Houston, UTSA National Security Collaboration Center, Cybersecurity Pathways for Texas High Schools legislative initiatives, the New Horizons Learning Center, and CyberPatriots National Youth Cyber Education program.

"Texas is more than a Lone Star State," said Victor Malloy, CyberTexas Foundation's general manager. "The people here are leaders pioneering to the north star in cyberspace. Our solution for securing our community when the next cyber incident occurs, is to build relationships from the interactions during conferences like ours that helps to reduce the level of complexity in how we manage risks."

The conference will kick-off on Tuesday, August 20 at UTSA downtown campus located at 501 W. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78207. The opening plenary sessions will start at 8:45 a.m. followed by breakout sessions that will continue until 4:15 p.m. The following day activities will start at 8 a.m. and end at 12 p.m. The Hall of Honor Ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. on August 20, 2019.

To register for the speaking sessions and Hall of Honor Ceremony, visit https://www.cybertexas.org/iisc-cybertexas-combined-conference-2019/.

Discounts are offered to attendees of both the CyberTexas and IIS Conferences, InfraGard members, students, and educators. DOD civilians and military with a valid ID can attend at no charge. Space is limited. To participate, DOD civilians and military should email Victor Malloy at vmalloy@cybertexas.org.

The cyber job fair will take place from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Tuesday August 20 in the Durango Building on UTSA's campus. Registration is free. Attending companies include, Abacus Technology Corporation, Accenture Federal Services, AECOM, Air Force Civilian Service, Applied Research Solutions, Def-Logix, IPSecure, Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific - C2E2 Department, Raytheon and USAA.

To learn more about exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities, email mjackson@cybertexas.org.

Learn more about CyberTexas at: https://www.cybertexas.org

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FormFree Throws Its Support Behind California MBA’s Inaugural Mortgage Innovators Conference

ATLANTA, Ga. -- FormFree(R) today announced its support as a premier sponsor of the California Mortgage Bankers Association's inaugural Mortgage Innovators Conference, being held August 11-13, 2019 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. FormFree will demo its Passport(R) all-in-one verification service, and attendees will have two opportunities to hear from the company's visionary Founder and CEO, Brent Chandler.

Chandler will speak in the panel session "Strategic Digital Trends for Lending," taking place Tuesday, August 13, from 8:30-9 a.m. Designed to equip mortgage lenders with effective strategies for leveraging digital mortgage technology, the panel will also feature Blue Sage CEO Joe Langner, Tavant CEO Sarvesh Mahesh and Avenu CEO Dave Zitting.

Chandler will again take the stage at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday to deliver a "Tech Talk" addressing the latest innovations in consumer credentials and the future of digital lending.

"Brent and FormFree have a great perspective on digital trends in the mortgage industry, and we're excited to add his voice to our conference agenda," said Chuck Iverson, California MBA conference chair and board member. "As lenders map out their strategy in an increasingly digital marketplace, it is crucial to get expert input from leaders like Brent."

"We welcome this opportunity to support the California MBA and contribute to an industry dialogue that helps lenders select the right digital mortgage strategy for advancing their business goals today and in years to come," said Chandler.

The California MBA Mortgage Innovators Conference will feature three days of high-energy content from mortgage executives and technology experts on topics including borrower experience, machine learning and technology disruption. Attendees will have the opportunity to view cutting-edge products demonstrations and network with influential industry professionals. To learn more, visit http://www.mortgageinnovators.com/.

About California Mortgage Bankers Association

For over 60 years, The California Mortgage Bankers Association (California MBA) has been the leading statewide advocate for the residential and commercial real estate finance industry, representing its members before all government and regulatory agencies. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, The California MBA promotes fair and ethical lending practices through a wide range of educational programs, services and industry publications.

The California MBA provides its members a competitive edge by effectively aggregating political, economic and marketing power. Its membership of companies includes all elements of real estate finance-residential, commercial/multi-family, and industry service providers.

About FormFree(R)

FormFree is a fintech company whose market-leading AccountChek(R) Asset Reports are used by lenders nationwide to verify borrower assets, employment and income in minutes. To date, more than 1,000 U.S. lenders have ordered over 1.25 million AccountChek Asset Reports, delighting their customers with a paperless experience and reducing origination timelines by up to 20 days. FormFree offers automated analysis and standardized delivery to lenders and their investors using a secure ReIssueKey(tm). A HousingWire TECH100(tm) company for four consecutive years, FormFree is based in Athens, Georgia.

For more information, visit https://www.formfree.com/or follow FormFree on LinkedIn.

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IDS Signs on as Gold Sponsor for 2019 ACUMA Annual Conference

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced it has agreed to serve as a Gold Sponsor for the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) 2019 Annual Conference, to be held September 22-25, 2019 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.

"As a sponsor for this year's ACUMA Annual Conference, IDS is pleased to assist credit unions in optimizing their mortgage operations to meet the challenges of today's lending environment," said IDS Vice President and General Manager Mark Mackey. "In fact, the idsDoc platform was born inside of a credit union, giving us additional perspective on the unique challenges and concerns credit unions face in providing mortgage products and services to their memberships."

"For example, credit unions typically offer custom home loan programs to better serve their members and often service those loans in-house. Therefore, for the digitally-minded credit union, having a system that can support this kind of specialized lending environment becomes even more important," Mackey added. "One of the hallmarks of the idsDoc platform is its ability to accommodate unique loan programs via customized documents and flexible workflows, thus enabling credit unions to stay true to their mission while also remaining competitive from both a service and technology standpoint."

ACUMA's mission is, "to be the complete 'source' for credit unions and their business partners, for information, networking and advocacy for mortgage lending and housing finance." The annual conference, which attracts approximately 500 mortgage leaders in the credit union space, is designed to educate credit unions on the rapidly changing landscape of mortgage origination.

"We're delighted to have IDS sponsoring the conference," said Bob Dorsa, president of ACUMA. "It's great to have a company with a history of serving credit unions supporting ACUMA."

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regards to major industry compliance changes. (https://info.idsdoc.com/)

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R.I.S.E Women’s Leadership Conference Sets Stage for Thought Leadership and Networking

PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- A popular women's leadership conference is returning to Providence. The event will be held on September 19, 2019 at the Rhode Island Convention Center. Last year, the Realizing Inspiration and Sustaining Excellence (R.I.S.E) Women's Leadership Conference sold out; this year's event is being met with that same enthusiasm.

This one-of-a-kind conference brings together an exciting day of discussion, thought leadership and best practices on topics that include health and wellness, financial literacy, women in leadership, women in entrepreneurship, mentorship and paying it forward. It promotes positive energy, networking, collaboration and connections and leaves attendees and participants feeling inspired and engaged with new learnings, insights and connections.

The conference is inspirational and includes motivational discussions about topics such as gender parity, social-economic issues and workplace equality.

This year's event will feature 55 panelists across nine, informative breakout sessions with four, amazing keynotes including Rebekah Salwasser, Executive Director of the Red Sox Foundation. The panel is comprised of mostly women and some men who hail from a range of backgrounds, industries and disciplines. They all have one thing in common: a special interest in women's issues, entrepreneurship and leadership.

The event strategy, onsite experience, branding and marketing is executed by Global Vision Marketing (https://yourglobalvision.com/). The R.I.S.E Women's Leadership Conference is supported by 33 plus corporate sponsors and 50 plus exhibitors.

About R.I.S.E:

R.I.S.E was founded Hilina D. Ajakaiye, executive director, who emigrated from Ethiopia to the U.S. when she was 12. She went on to achieve astounding success as a trailblazer for female leaders. Her accolades include being recognized as a Big Brother's Big Sister's Magic Circle Award Winner, 40 under 40 winner, member of Leadership Rhode Island and graduate of The Partnership in Boston, Mass. In 2017, she earned her MBA from Northeastern.

To learn more about the R.I.S.E Women's Leadership Conference, sponsorship, corporate discounts and to purchase individual tickets, visit: http://risewlc.com/.

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Former Treasury Official Craig Phillips to Deliver Keynote at #NEXTDC19

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- NEXT Mortgage Events, creator of NEXT women's executive mortgage summit, and Housing Finance Strategies, a Washington, D.C. advisory firm founded by Faith Schwartz, today announced that former Treasury Department official, Craig Phillips, will deliver the keynote #NEXTDC19 on November 19, 2019 at Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Washington, D.C.

Craig Phillips recently resigned his position as counselor to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin after serving as the Trump administration's point person on housing matters for two and a half years. Philips was widely regarded as the architect of the administration's forthcoming housing reform plan and has advocated for ending the conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and returning them to private ownership.

"We're excited to have a keynote speaker with such intimate knowledge of the country's housing reform discussions," said Jeri Yoshida, co-founder of NEXT. "Having Craig Philips share his unique perspective on the nation's housing finance system, in an intimate small group setting, falls right in line #NEXTDC19's value proposition. NEXT events deliver intel that attendees can't get elsewhere."

#NEXTDC19 is the first women's executive summit that brings together Washington policy makers, fintech luminaries, and mortgage lending executives, for a dedicated, ongoing conversation on housing policy's impact on mortgage lenders and fintech providers. The summit's sessions will focus on current policy as well as housing issues that could be impacted by the 2020 election.

"Adding Craig Phillips to our lineup for #NEXTDC19 is a testament to the strength of our alliance with NEXT Mortgage Events and our mutual commitment to promoting the highest quality connection and intel exchange for women executives in housing finance," said Faith Schwartz, president of Housing Finance Strategies.

Registration and additional information is available at https://nextdc19.splashthat.com/.

About NEXT Mortgage Events LLC:

In January 2018, NEXT Mortgage Events broke the mortgage industry's unspoken barriers limiting women's access to competitive intel when it introduced NEXT, the mortgage executive summit for women. NEXT is a multi-day, tech-focused symposium based on lending executives sharing competitive intel with other lending executives. A boutique event, NEXT targets a select group of decision making executives: roughly 85-90% of NEXT's lender attendees hold a title of VP or higher and approximately 85% of attendees are women. NEXT hosts several events each year. For more information visit https://NEXTMortgageNews.com, follow @NEXTmtgEvents or email info@NEXTmortgageEvents.com.

About Housing Finance Strategies:

Housing Finance Strategies is a small woman-owned business founded in 2016 to provide Strategic Advisory Services, Government and Industry Relations, Public Policy Expertise, Roundtable and Event Management and Professional Speaking Services to the housing finance industry. The firm brings 25+ years of expertise to the forefront of mortgage, including leading fintech change, advising on GSE reform and ensuring non-bank readiness for regulatory oversight. For more information, visit https://HousingFinanceStrategies.com or email admin@housingfinancestrategies.com.

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Keto and Co Launches Wholesale Program at Fancy Food Show

BOSTON, Mass. -- Keto and Co, maker of the #1 best-selling brownie mix on Amazon, announces the launch of its grocery wholesale program. With this expansion, Keto and Co will bring its popular line of delicious, delightfully low-carb foods right to the grocery store shelf.

"We've been very successful at selling online, directly to consumers," says Keto and Co CEO, Ted Tieken. "But most food today is still purchased at the grocery store. Our new wholesale program will bring our expanding line of keto products to where people are looking for them."

Since 2014, Keto and Co has been the premier producer of foods for the low carb, ketogenic lifestyle. While the keto diet offers life changing results, adherence can be hard and requires forgoing many conveniences and pleasures. Keto and Co's mission is to make keto easy and delicious with delightfully low-carb foods that replace what people miss.

The Keto and Co product line includes fudge brownie mix, pancake and waffle mix, Truly Zero liquid sweeteners, flatbread, hot breakfast cereal, and more. In addition to being ultra-low carb, Keto and Co products are gluten-free, no sugar added, and naturally sweetened.

"Consumers are passionate about our products," says Tieken. "Our brownies became the best-selling mix on Amazon just three months after they launched. Given our rapid online growth, expanding into wholesale makes sense. The move into grocery lets us bring our products to even more consumers who are looking for a way to get carbs and sugar out of their diet without sacrificing flavor or convenience."

The Keto and Co wholesale store debuts June 23, 2019 at the Summer Fancy Food Show at the Javits Center in New York City. Find Keto and Co at Booth #6240 (in the Massachusetts Pavilion).

To learn more or place an order, please visit https://wholesale.ketoand.co. Free shipping on orders over $500.

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American Gem Society (AGS) Accepting RFPs for Breakout Speakers at Conclave 2020

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- The American Gem Society (AGS) is now accepting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to present at the annual Conclave in Denver, Colorado, April 27-29, 2020.

The AGS is looking for presenters on a variety of topics:
* Appraising
* Business management
* Ethics
* Gemology
* Human resources
* In-store events
* Retail Innovation
* Marketing and sales
* Security
* Sourcing
* Succession planning
* Sustainability
* Technology
* Watches

The AGS plans to incorporate into its program, panel discussions, insider insights, sessions for varying educational levels (i.e. beginner, intermediate, advanced), and hands-on classes. AGS is seeking to incorporate timely topics on issues relevant to the jewelry industry, such as blockchain, laboratory-created diamonds, retail innovation, and consumer buying behaviors.

"Conclave is a continued success because of the diverse range of topics offered. It's a core strength of our program and has helped make it the most trusted source of information on gemology and business in our industry," said Katherine Bodoh, CEO of AGS and AGS Laboratories. "We take active measures to preserve this diversity, because it enriches the learning experience for our attendees."

RFPs can be completed online at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Conclave2020RFP.

Please submit your speaker Request for Proposal by August 9, 2019. Each submission will be reviewed and you will be notified by November 29, 2019 on the status of your submission. If you have any questions, contact Alethea Inns, CGA, Director of Gemology and Education at ainns@ags.org. Please note, RFPs submitted after the deadline will not be considered for inclusion into Conclave 2020. To be considered as a presenter for Conclave 2020, an RFP is required.

About the American Gem Society:

The American Gem Society, founded in 1934 by Robert M. Shipley, is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to proven ethics, knowledge, and consumer protection within the jewelry industry. The American Gem Society is a professional organization awarding credentials for its members, who are held to the highest ethical and professional standards in the industry and must pass annual recertification examinations to maintain their titles. Less than one in twenty jewelers in the country have chosen to meet the exacting standards necessary for membership. Learn more: https://www.americangemsociety.org/

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MAGLITE to be featured in the 2019 National Hardware Roadshow

ONTARIO, Calif. -- ONTARIO, Calif., May 8, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MAG Instrument Inc. (MAG), the world leader in flashlight technology, will once again have a very significant presence at the 2019 National Hardware Show.

"We are dedicated to being as American-made as we can be," said Tony Maglica, president, owner and founder of MAG Instrument. "We are committed to producing high quality products while providing the public with high-performance, reliable and durable merchandise."

Maglite has also been selected to be one of very few products to be featured in the National Hardware Roadshow. The roadshow is multiple daily broadcasts that are originated from media row at the show and highlights selected products for the show attendees, media and beyond.

"Being selected to be part of the Hardware Roadshow is a real honor and we look forward to participating and highlighting some of our hottest selling products for 2019 and beyond," said Scott Field, Vice President of Global Sales at MAGLITE(r).

Maglite will also have a significant presence at the Disaster Preparedness and Impulse Buy sections of the show as flashlights are one of the top impulse buy items and one of the main reasons consumers buy flashlights is in case of emergencies.

About Mag Instrument:
Mag Instrument is proud to be a U.S.A. manufacturer. Each flashlight is a result of an obsession with fine engineering, craftsmanship and a commitment to perfection. Founder, owner and president Anthony Maglica has guided his company's growth from a one-man machine shop in 1955 to an enterprise that has proudly employed thousands of American workers since it produced its first flashlight in 1979. For more visit: https://maglite.com/.

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EPIC to Exhibit at 2019 Gulf Coast Symposium on HR Issues

HOUSTON, Texas -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it will exhibit at the Gulf Coast Symposium on May 15-17, 2019 at the NRG Center in Houston, Texas.

The Gulf Coast Symposium is the largest conference for human resource professionals on the Gulf Coast. Recognized as the center point for all things HR, the Symposium gives attendees the opportunity to connect to knowledge, relationships and solutions as they prepare to lead into the next decade. Guests can expect over 175 sessions covering a variety of HR industry topics and can earn up to 17 recertification credit hours toward their SHRM or HRCI certifications.

EPIC will be exhibiting at booth 224 in the Exhibitor Hall. Business Development Manager Mike Lopez and Consultant Will Herold will be manning the booth to discuss EPIC's offerings related to compensation and benefits, employee relations, technology, health, wellness and safety.

Click here for additional details: https://www.hrhouston.org/mpage/GCS19_Home.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,800 team members operating from 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $575 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, including inquiries about employment, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC’s Kevin Ach and Walter Palmer to Present on Business Continuity and Theft at 2019 Retail Asset Protection Conference

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Practice Leader Walter Palmer will facilitate a session on May 6 at Retail Asset Protection Conference and Vice President of Risk Assurance Kevin Ach will present on May 7 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Denver, Colorado.

The Retail Asset Protection Conference attracts top-level executives from the most progressive retailers in the world. These professionals attend to share and solicit the best ideas in the industry in order to enhance their own organizational effectiveness. Attendees will hear top retail executives share and create new solutions to significant challenges and explore where the industry is going.

Walter Palmer will facilitate a session on "Turning the Tide on Retail Theft in CA" on Monday, May 6 at 2:15 p.m. where retailers and law enforcement professionals will share their journey to understand California's first organized retail theft law, its impact and the importance of partnerships and the role we all play as a part of the community in reducing and stopping the impact of organized retail crime.

Kevin Ach will present on "How Asset Protection Led the Way in Building a Robust Business Continuity Program" on Tuesday, May 7 at 1:15 p.m. alongside Robert LaCommare, vice president, asset protection & safety at Big Lots. In this presentation, Ach and LaCommare will give an inside look at how a $7 billion retailer with multiple brands implemented a comprehensive approach to business continuity resulting in raised internal awareness around emergency response and crisis management and the implementation of a dependable and repeatable process.

Click here to see the full agenda: https://rila.force.com/s/lt-event?id=a1T610000050RMQEA2#Agenda

About Kevin Ach, vice president, risk assurance:

Kevin Ach is a global leader in the loss prevention industry with over 18 years of experience in retail operations, supply chain, internal audit and international operations. As the Vice President, Risk Assurance for EPIC Integrated Risk Solutions, Ach assists organizations in risk mitigation, process improvements and operational efficiencies in the areas of Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity, Internal Audit and Loss Prevention.

Prior to joining EPIC, Ach was the senior director of retail loss prevention and safety for Office Depot Inc., overseeing loss prevention and safety activities for over 1,500 retail stores. Ach has also held varying management positions in supply chain, international retail operations, B2B and internal audit during his career. Prior to joining Office Depot, Ach worked for Arthur Andersen as an Information Systems consultant in Houston, TX.

Ach has been actively engaged in the loss prevention industry as a speaker on numerous occasions at National Retail Federation conferences. He has also been an active member of the Loss Prevention Research Council and was a key player in the creation of an industry mentoring program for loss prevention practitioners.

Ach earned his B.S. degree in Systems Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point and proudly served our country for four years as an Officer in the US Army's Signal Corps branch. Ach is a Board Member of the West Point Society of the Palm Beaches. He holds the LPC certification through the Loss Prevention Foundation. Ach currently resides in Boynton Beach, FL with his wife and four children.

About Walter Palmer, practice leader:

Walter Palmer is recognized as a leading consultant in the Loss Prevention industry and provides strategic guidance, research and training programs for some of the leading retail brands in the world. He has been an invited speaker at more than 100 conferences around the globe and has authored over 60 articles for industry and mainstream media.

Palmer earned his B.S. degree in Security and Loss Prevention with a minor in Fire Safety Engineering from Eastern Kentucky University. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner and Certified Forensic Interviewer. He is a contributing writer for LP Magazine, serves on the Advisory Board for the International Association of Interviewers, and serves on the Advisory Committee for the National Shoplifting Prevention Coalition. In addition, Palmer is actively involved in the field of professional development and training and is a member of the Association for Talent Development, the International Society for Performance Improvement and the Society for Human Resource Management.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,800 team members operating from 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $575 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, including inquiries about employment, please visit https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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