Connecting, Protecting, and Looking Ahead: AJ Squared Security’s NRF 2026 Recap

Another incredible NRF 2026 event is officially in the books! The energy at this year's show was unmatched, and the team at AJ Squared Security had an absolute blast networking, sharing insights, and discussing the future of asset protection with retail leaders from all over the country.

Events like the National Retail Federation’s annual expo give us a unique opportunity to step away from our daily operations and connect face-to-face. Over the course of the event, we had the privilege of visiting with past, present, and future clients. Whether we were catching up on long-term partnerships or diving into the unique physical security and asset protection challenges facing emerging brands, the conversations were inspiring and forward-thinking.

Announcing Our Annual Bourbon Giveaway Winner at NRF 2026!

If you stopped by our space during the show, you know that our Annual Bourbon Bottle Giveaway is one of our favorite traditions. It's our small way of thanking the community for spending time with us.

We are thrilled to officially congratulate this year's winner: Chuck Bailey, Divisional AP Manager at Hibbett!

Chuck, we hope you enjoy the bottle—it is incredibly well-deserved, and we appreciate everything you and the Hibbett team do for the industry.

Next Stop: Tampa 2027!

While we are still riding the wave of success from this year's event, the world of retail security never stands still. The threats facing physical retail spaces are evolving rapidly, from organized retail crime (ORC) to shifting loss prevention landscapes. Our team is already back at work, implementing the strategies and feedback we gathered during our meetings.

We are already counting down the days until next year. Mark your calendars, because AJ Squared Security is looking forward to seeing everyone in sunny Tampa, Florida for NRF PROTECT 2027 (June 14–16, 2027)!

Thank you again to everyone who took the time to speak with us, share their insights, or enter our giveaway. If we missed you at the show or if you want to keep the conversation going regarding how to upgrade your asset protection strategy, don't wait until next year.

Want to secure your retail footprint before the next big show? Contact AJ Squared Security today to chat with our asset protection specialists.