Tom Libby

Nominee: Tom Libby, Bunnings New Zealand
Tom Libby has swiftly emerged as a standout talent in retail risk management, achieving remarkable results over the last year. His dedication, integrity, and meticulous attention to detail have significantly elevated Bunnings NZ’s loss prevention standards while fostering safer environments for both team members and customers.
Commitment to accuracy:
Tom has revolutionised the reporting process at Bunnings, ensuring that every Auror report is not only precise but also actionable to law enforcement. His commitment to quality reporting has laid a solid foundation for smarter preventions and effective responses, reducing inefficiencies and improving outcomes.
Collaborating for justice:
Tom’s close collaboration with New Zealand Police has led to the successful apprehension and prosecution of repeat offenders, demonstrating his ability to translate insights into tangible safety outcomes. His efforts, supported from his prior policing background and experience, have strengthened partnerships between Bunnings and law enforcement, fostering mutual trust and shared success.
Leading with integrity
Tom sets a high standard through his tenacious approach to tackling loss prevention challenges. His unwavering focus on accuracy and effectiveness has reduced chaos in Bunning’s internal operational reporting processes, creating a blueprint for excellence that others aspire to follow.
A rising star:
Tom’s achievements reflect his deep understanding of the critical role loss prevention plays in retail operations. His proactive mindset and results-driven strategies have made him an invaluable asset to Bunnings and an inspiring figure in the wider retail risk community. Tom approaches stakeholders, partners and his team with care and thoughtfulness.
Tom’s remarkable progress and achievements in the last year exemplify the qualities of a true rising star. His precision, collaboration, and commitment have not only driven impactful outcomes for Bunnings but also contributed positively to the broader community. Tom’s efforts embody the future of loss prevention, making him a highly deserving recipient of The Retail Risk Rising Star of the Year Award.