Transforming Loss Prevention in Retail

Today’s guest is Joe Troy, Senior Manager of Site Risk at Amazon. Joe leads efforts to harness AI-powered video intelligence to transform retail security and operational workflows. With extensive experience in risk management and physical security, Joe joins Emerj Managing Editor Matt DeMello to discuss how AI is accelerating investigations, reducing labor costs, and enabling real-time fraud and safety alerts. He unpacks how video intelligence is shifting security teams from reactive surveillance roles to proactive business partners focused on enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. Joe also shares practical advice for retail leaders on adopting AI-driven video systems responsibly, balancing enablement with privacy and trust considerations. This episode is sponsored by Solink. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1.Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the ‘AI in Business’ podcast!