The Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail (CLEAR) is pleased to announce the recruitment and nomination of several new members to its Board of Directors, marking an exciting step forward for the organization. With these strategic appointments, the Board is proud to share that all open roles have been filled, creating a dynamic and fully staffed leadership team.
The Board of Directors has unanimously elected the following individuals to key leadership positions:
Raul Aguilar - Senior Director - Law Enforcement Partnerships, Auror
Melissa Lauricello - Senior Manager of Asset Protection Investigations, Gap Inc.
Rich Rossman - Sergeant, Broward County Sheriff’s Office
Christian Hardman - Supervisor of Criminal and Regulatory Investigations, eBay
Tom Meehan - Chief Executive Officer, ControlTek
Kyle Woods - Director of Organized Retail Crime, Virginia Office of the Attorney General
Bill Corfield - Senior Manager of Field Investigations, Target
Kelly Hansen - Director of Organized Retail Crime, Macy’s
Howard Mergler - Sergeant, Fairfax County Police Department
These talented leaders bring a wealth of experience and a shared vision for the future of
CLEAR, setting the stage for impactful progress. Their diverse expertise, spanning both retail
and law enforcement sectors, will be instrumental in advancing the coalition’s mission to foster collaboration, improve investigative efforts, and drive legislative initiatives that benefit both sectors and public safety alike.
With every seat on the Board now filled, the Coalition is energized to move forward with zero
vacancies, ensuring that no opportunity is left unmet in advancing the strategic initiatives that will shape the years ahead.
The Coalition of Law Enforcement and Retail extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the
newly elected members and looks forward to working closely with them to continue its mission of promoting best practices, enhancing security, and strengthening relationships between law enforcement and retail partners.
This exciting new chapter marks a renewed focus on innovation, advocacy, and proactive
engagement, and the organization is eager to embark on this journey with its fully staffed Board leading the way.
"We are excited to welcome this talented group of leaders to our Board of Directors. Their collective expertise will play a critical role in advancing CLEAR’s mission of fostering collaboration between retail and law enforcement. With every seat on the Board now filled, we are well-positioned to drive key initiatives and continue making a meaningful impact in the years ahead. This is a pivotal moment for our organization, and I look forward to the great work we will accomplish together." – Jason Davies, Vice President of Retail, CLEAR
"This announcement marks a significant milestone for CLEAR as we welcome a dynamic
group of leaders to our Board of Directors. Each individual brings unique skills and perspectives that will be crucial in driving our mission forward. With a fully staffed Board, we are better positioned than ever to enhance collaboration between law enforcement and retail, tackle emerging challenges, and implement strategic initiatives. I’m excited to see the impact this team will have as we work together to create safer environments and foster stronger partnerships." – John 'JC' Clark, Executive Director, CLEAR