Vern Bales
Field Loss Prevention Manager, Investigations and Fraud at The Children's Place- Claim this Profile
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Alan Flowers
I would highly recommend Vern. He is a business leader that truly looks at the big picture. He is an awesome partner that challenges you in a way this is a benefit to the company as well your own personal growth. He is dedicated and passionate about the part that he plays within the organization and always is working to make himself and all around him better. He is just a great business leader in his field.
Alex Landestoy, CFI
I had the privilege to work for Vern Bales at Polo Ralph Lauren. Mr. Bales motivated me everyday by always teaching me new things in our business and always making the job FUN. He is a self motivated person, organized, hard working, with attention to details that is always pushing himself and his direct reports to be the best. It was a great pleasure to work for Mr. Bales. Any company that acquires him will be getting a great leader in our industry.
Alan Flowers
I would highly recommend Vern. He is a business leader that truly looks at the big picture. He is an awesome partner that challenges you in a way this is a benefit to the company as well your own personal growth. He is dedicated and passionate about the part that he plays within the organization and always is working to make himself and all around him better. He is just a great business leader in his field.
Alex Landestoy, CFI
I had the privilege to work for Vern Bales at Polo Ralph Lauren. Mr. Bales motivated me everyday by always teaching me new things in our business and always making the job FUN. He is a self motivated person, organized, hard working, with attention to details that is always pushing himself and his direct reports to be the best. It was a great pleasure to work for Mr. Bales. Any company that acquires him will be getting a great leader in our industry.
Alan Flowers
I would highly recommend Vern. He is a business leader that truly looks at the big picture. He is an awesome partner that challenges you in a way this is a benefit to the company as well your own personal growth. He is dedicated and passionate about the part that he plays within the organization and always is working to make himself and all around him better. He is just a great business leader in his field.
Alex Landestoy, CFI
I had the privilege to work for Vern Bales at Polo Ralph Lauren. Mr. Bales motivated me everyday by always teaching me new things in our business and always making the job FUN. He is a self motivated person, organized, hard working, with attention to details that is always pushing himself and his direct reports to be the best. It was a great pleasure to work for Mr. Bales. Any company that acquires him will be getting a great leader in our industry.
Alan Flowers
I would highly recommend Vern. He is a business leader that truly looks at the big picture. He is an awesome partner that challenges you in a way this is a benefit to the company as well your own personal growth. He is dedicated and passionate about the part that he plays within the organization and always is working to make himself and all around him better. He is just a great business leader in his field.
Alex Landestoy, CFI
I had the privilege to work for Vern Bales at Polo Ralph Lauren. Mr. Bales motivated me everyday by always teaching me new things in our business and always making the job FUN. He is a self motivated person, organized, hard working, with attention to details that is always pushing himself and his direct reports to be the best. It was a great pleasure to work for Mr. Bales. Any company that acquires him will be getting a great leader in our industry.
Credentials
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Certified Cyber Threat Forensic Investigator (CTFI)
McAfee InstituteMar, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI)
International Association of Interviewers -
LP Certified
The Loss Prevention Foundation
Experience
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The Children's Place
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Field Loss Prevention Manager, Investigations and Fraud
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Mar 2020 - Present
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Southeast Regional Loss Prevention Manager
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May 2016 - Mar 2020
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Pep Boys
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Vehicle Repair and Maintenance
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700 & Above Employee
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SE Divisional AP Director
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Jun 2009 - May 2016
South East Divisional Asset Protection Director covering Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Pep Boys is the only aftermarket service and retail chain in the nation that is capable of serving all four segments of the automotive aftermarket: the do-it-yourself, do-it-for-me, buy-for-resale and replacement tires. South East Divisional Asset Protection Director covering Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Pep Boys is the only aftermarket service and retail chain in the nation that is capable of serving all four segments of the automotive aftermarket: the do-it-yourself, do-it-for-me, buy-for-resale and replacement tires.
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Ralph Lauren
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United States
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Apparel & Fashion
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700 & Above Employee
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Regional Director of Asset Protection
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Dec 2001 - May 2009
South East Regional Director of Asset Protection with Polo Ralph Lauren, leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. South East Regional Director of Asset Protection with Polo Ralph Lauren, leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances.
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Bass Pro Shops
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Loss Prevention Manager
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1998 - 2001
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Kmart
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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District Investigator
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1994 - 1998
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United States Marine Corps
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Corporal
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Oct 1986 - Oct 1994
Marine Corps Motor Vehicle Operator (MOS 3531) Desert Shield (2 August 1990 – 17 January 1991) Operation Desert Storm (17 January 1991 – 28 February 1991) Marine Corps Motor Vehicle Operator (MOS 3531) Desert Shield (2 August 1990 – 17 January 1991) Operation Desert Storm (17 January 1991 – 28 February 1991)
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Education
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1989 - 1991
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) -
1987 - 1989
Brevard Community College
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