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Tom Meehan is a global leader in retail risk, enterprise security, and emerging technologies, with over 25 years of experience helping organizations protect assets, reduce loss, and operate with greater intelligence and control. As CEO of CONTROLTEK, Tom leads a mission-driven organization delivering solutions that enhance visibility, strengthen loss prevention strategies, and improve operational performance for leading retailers, financial institutions, and logistics providers.

 Tom’s leadership is defined by accountability, execution, and clarity in complex environments. He works closely with organizations to navigate evolving risk landscapes, align business strategy with technology, and drive measurable outcomes across large-scale operations—addressing challenges such as organized retail crime, fraud, supply chain disruption, and regulatory pressure.

 Over the past decade, Tom has built and scaled high-performing teams and led enterprise transformations across retail and financial ecosystems. He has driven the deployment of RFID, EAS, computer vision, and AI-driven analytics as integrated solutions that deliver real-world impact in shrink reduction, threat detection, and operational resilience.

 In addition to his role at CONTROLTEK, Tom serves as a trusted advisor to emerging technology companies, supporting innovation in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and physical security. He brings deep expertise in intelligence, open-source investigations, and organized retail crime, combining data-driven insights with frontline experience.

 A recognized industry voice, Tom is a frequent keynote speaker, podcast host, and published thought leader on risk management, AI governance, and the future of retail and security. His work is grounded in real-world application and focused on helping organizations navigate complexity, mitigate risk, and thrive in an increasingly connected world.