Mike Howard

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About Mike Howard

Market Asset Protection Manager responsible for protecting people, assets, and trust across $1B+ in annual retail sales. I leverage AI-driven analytics and disciplined execution to deliver proactive, data-informed results at scale.With more than 20 years of retail operations and Asset Protection leadership experience, I bring a people-first, results-driven approach to protecting complex, high-volume retail environments. I use AI-supported tools daily to improve efficiency, surface risk patterns earlier, and support faster, more consistent decision-making while maintaining strong operational fundamentals.Currently, I manage 9 Walmart Supercenters with over $1 billion in annual sales, providing market-level Asset Protection leadership across high-risk, high-complexity operations. I partner closely with store, market, and regional leadership to align Asset Protection strategy with business outcomes, safety, and customer trust.Key Results• Reduced year-over-year shrink by 55 basis points across the market through disciplined execution, leader development, and data-informed prioritization• Reduced cash losses year-over-year by more than 50% by strengthening controls, accountability, and front-end operational consistencyPreviously, I operated as a Regional Senior Asset Protection Manager for 73 Bashas’ grocery and retail locations throughout Arizona, leading Asset Protection strategy, compliance, investigations, and team development across Arizona.I am known as a clear, consistent communicator who develops strong leaders and builds scalable Asset Protection programs that combine disciplined execution with intelligent use of data and AI-enabled insight to deliver sustainable results.Certifications & Professional Credentials:CPP (ASIS International)| LPC (Loss Prevention Foundation)| CFI (International Association of Interviewers)| OSHA 10-Hour General Industry | Wicklander-Zulawski Interview & Interrogation | WAFC Retail Management Certificate