Zinc Systems
Derek Gent is an experienced professional specializing in crime prevention and loss management within the retail sector. Currently serving as the Engagement Officer at B&Q’s Crime Centre with Zinc Systems since January 2024, Derek supports initiatives to reduce stock loss and tackle retail crime through collaboration with store teams, law enforcement, and internal partners. Previously, Derek held roles including Manager of the Kingfisher Crime Centre at Zinc Systems from 2012 to 2023, and Manager of the Organised Crime Centre for B&Q with VSG Vision Security Group from 2013 to 2022. Derek's career in loss prevention began at Ritter Associates Loss Prevention as a Director, overseeing criminal background checks and drug screenings from 2003 until 2012. Derek holds a Master’s degree in Politics from the University of Leicester, earned in 1994.