The Restaurant Loss Prevention and Security Association (RLPSA) proudly announces its partnership with Celtic Associations, an Illinois-based AMCI-accredited association management company, effective January 1, 2025.

“Celtic’s experienced team brings a proven ability to deliver exceptional association management and conference planning services,” said RLPSA President Kurt Leisure. “Their focus on member satisfaction, governance, and fiscal responsibility makes them an ideal partner for RLPSA.”

Led by incoming RLPSA Executive Director Deb Ryan, Celtic’s team comprises seasoned professionals skilled in:

  1. Collaborating with the Board of Directors and committee chairs
  2. Aligning the association’s mission with its member value proposition
  3. Driving member engagement and growth
  4. Crafting innovative conference programming and exhibit hall experiences
  5. Delivering transparent and comprehensive financial planning and reporting

“Our transition is already underway and the whole Celtic team looks forward to getting to know RLPSA members and partners and looks forward to meeting everyone in person at the annual conference in Nashville at the end of March,” said Deb Ryan of Celtic.

Thank you to Amber Bradley

RLPSA extends its gratitude to Amber Bradley of the Calibration Group for her service as executive director. In close to 10 years, Amber has helped to advance RLPSA’s mission, fostered the growth of the association, and enhanced the reach and success of its annual conference. Thank you, Amber, for your contributions and service to RLPSA.