About ORIS
At the centre of the UK’s retail risk and loss prevention conversation for over two decades – bringing together retailers, law enforcement and industry partners to shape how the sector responds to risk.
ORIS has been at the centre of the UK’s retail risk and loss prevention conversation for two decades.
Through trusted publications, strategic forums, training, qualifications and events, ORIS connects decision-makers from across the industry to drive informed discussion and practical collaboration.
Who are ORIS?
ORIS is a media and events specialist serving the retail risk, security and loss prevention community.
For 20 years, we have connected retailers, solution providers and policymakers to drive informed, strategic conversation.
20 Years | Senior-Level Audience
Cross-Sector Influence | Trusted Industry Voice
“We don’t simply report on the sector – we convene it.”
THE ORIS ECO-SYSTEM
ORIS connects the industry through a unique platform of content, forums, training and professional development:
ORIS Media
Curated insight and industry intelligence.
ORIS Forums
Leading senior-level and operational strategic discussion.
LP Magazine Europe
Trusted editorial voice across the industry.
Wicklander-Zulawski
Interview and investigation expertise.
LP Foundation
Loss prevention qualifications.
ORIS-CON
Immersive scenario-led industry event.
ORIS is where strategy, operational reality and industry leadership meet.
We bring together the voices and expertise, shaping the future of risk across the industry.
Our Team
ORIS is led by individuals with deep experience across retail, security, law enforcement and industry partnerships – bringing together the expertise required to connect the sector and deliver meaningful industry engagement.
Kerinda Ibbotson
Group Chairwoman
Kerinda began her retail career with B&Q in 1996, building deep, practical expertise in Audit and Loss Prevention. She joined ORIS in 2005 and co-founded ORIS Forums in 2006, helping establish a platform now trusted by industry leaders.
As Group Chairwoman, Kerinda leads with a clear commercial focus – driving growth, shaping strategy, and ensuring ORIS delivers tangible value.
Her approach is straightforward: challenge outdated thinking, build strong partnerships, and deliver outcomes clients can measure.
Outside of work, Kerinda has a number of other business interests and is a busy mum of five who thrives on staying active and making the most of everyday moments. She has a passion for photography, loves keeping fit, and enjoys long walks with her two dogs.
Louise Kadege
Chief Executive Officer
Louise is CEO of ORIS, bringing over 24 years’ experience in the loss prevention and security sector. Since joining in 2011, she has played a central role in scaling the business and strengthening its position as a trusted industry partner.
With a background in marketing and communications, Louise focuses on strategic growth, brand clarity, and customer engagement – ensuring every interaction delivers value. She leads with integrity and transparency, building long-term partnerships based on trust, consistency, and results.
Outside of work, Louise enjoys swimming and has a great sense of humour, particularly when it comes to practical jokes.
Sarah Bird
Partnerships & Events Manager
Sarah leads ORIS-CON, delivering a high-value, industry-leading event for the retail loss prevention and security community.
With 19 years’ experience across the risk landscape, she brings a strong background in offender management, risk strategy and industry collaboration, working closely with retailers, law enforcement and partners to address complex challenges and drive more effective responses.
Sarah specialises in creating environments where the right people connect and real business gets done – designing events that move beyond traditional formats to deliver genuine engagement, meaningful connections and clear return on investment.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys art, music, hiking with the dog, cooking, and spending time with her family.
John Wilson
Head of External Affairs
John is Head of External Affairs for ORIS Forums and Executive Editor of Loss Prevention Magazine Europe. With a background in Law and Criminology and 15 years in journalism, he brings both industry insight and editorial authority.
Over 20 years with ORIS, John has helped build a trusted platform for knowledge-sharing and professional connection. His work ensures clients and partners are part of a credible, informed, and influential industry network.
Outside of work, John is a devoted Archers fan and jokes that he’d happily relocate to Ambridge to work at Radio Borsetshire.
Wendy Gray
Finance & Administration Manager
Wendy is Finance & Administration Manager at ORIS, responsible for the operational backbone of the business. She oversees all financial and administrative functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and a consistently high standard of service.
Her work underpins the trust ORIS builds with its clients – delivering reliability, attention to detail, and the confidence that everything runs as it should.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two young granddaughters and her dogs, which keeps her happily busy.
Jo Day
Director of Business Development & Training – WZ
Jo is Director of Business Development & Training at ORIS, with over 26 years’ experience in security and loss prevention. She partners with organisations to strengthen investigative capability and improve decision-making through the Wicklander-Zulawski non-confrontational method.
Her focus is on practical delivery and measurable impact—equipping teams with the skills to handle risk effectively, ethically, and with confidence.
Outside of work, Jo enjoys Pilates, walking and travel, often bringing her watercolour paints along to capture the moment..
From Insight to Action
ORIS-CON was created to bring this expertise into a live environment – connecting leaders, sharing intelligence and exploring real-world responses to the challenges facing the industry.
Secure your place at ORIS-CON 2027
Join senior leaders and their teams from retail, law enforcement and partner organisations to tackle real-world risk challenges across retail.
Limited places available.