Leading the movement
Shaping the future of retail crime prevention together
Retail crime is changing. The threats are more connected, more organised, and harder to tackle alone. Join us at Auror Connect Aotearoa to share what's working, explore what's next, and strengthen the network that makes it all possible.
Auckland,
Thursday 3 September 2026
What's in store
At Auror Connect Aotearoa, retailers and law enforcement come together for an afternoon of shared intelligence, honest conversation, and a look at what's ahead. Hear from the people shaping the future of retail crime prevention, explore how responsible technology and AI are changing the landscape, and connect with the network that's already making a difference across New Zealand.
Every session is designed to leave you with something you can use: sharper insight, stronger relationships, and a clearer picture of where the industry is heading.
Hear from the community!
Hear from retail leaders and law enforcement on how retail crime intelligence is transforming their approach to reducing crime, loss, and harm in stores and the communities they serve. Speakers to be announced soon!
Barbara Kendall
MBE, CNZM, OLY
Brian Friedman
Divisional VP, Asset Protection & Risk Management, REI
Phil Thomson
Co-Founder and CEO, Auror
Nick McDonnell
VP Global Trust & Safety and Law Enforcement Partnerships, Auror
Deputy Commissioner
New Zealand Police
Rhod Thomas
Chief Customer Officer, Auror
Paul Shingles
Chief Operating Officer, Auror
Brett Farley
VP Sales Australia & New Zealand, Auror
Hear from the community
Hear from retail leaders and law enforcement on how retail crime intelligence is transforming their approach to reducing crime, loss, and harm in stores and the communities they serve. More speakers to be announced soon!
Industry Leader
Loss prevention
Industry Leader
Loss prevention
Industry Leader
Loss prevention
Agenda
1.00pm
Registration Open
1:30pm
Welcome, Keynote, Supreme Hero Awards, Leading the Movement and Product Vision
3:20pm
Afternoon tea
3:50pm
Global Customer Spotlight, Voice at the Table with New Zealand Police, Supreme Hero Awards and Wrap
5:15pm
Drinks, canapés and connection
Shape the standard
Join the conversation on how responsible AI and facial recognition are reshaping retail crime prevention, and help define how the industry adopts them well.
Don't fight crime alone
Celebrate a world-class collaboration between retail and law enforcement, and explore how to deepen it as the threat landscape evolves.
A changing landscape
Retail crime is evolving fast. Understand the global trends reshaping the industry, what they mean for Aotearoa, and walk away with the intelligence to make better decisions.
Lead the movement
Shape the future of retail crime prevention in Aotearoa together.
Auckland
Auror Office
Level 4, 37 Galway Street, Britomart Auckland 1010
Entrance through Miann Britomart (cafe) and turn right for the lifts and take the lift to Level 4.
Register now
Frequently asked questions
Who can attend?
This event is exclusively for Auror community members, partners, and those who have received a personal invitation to participate.
Are there any costs?
No. This is a FREE invite only event for the Auror retail and law enforcement community. There are limited tickets available, so be sure to register today!
Is it suitable for me?
Auror Connect brings together a community of Auror users from across New Zealand. With in-depth learning sessions from the industry's most innovative loss prevention professionals you'll discover new tools and strategies to reduce crime, loss and harm in your stores.
Is parking available?
Public Transport is the best option to get to our office. Britomart Train and Bus Stations are located close by. Recommended Parking: Britomart CarPark.
Is there a dress code?
The event is business casual, so no need to dress up.