Stuart Levine

Before starting the Zellman Group, Stuart worked for more than 20 years in retail loss prevention, including executive positions at Lord & Taylor, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Limited Brands, Stuart is a proud leader in the loss prevention field. 

He is an expert public speaker and interviewer, having trained extensively with Wicklander-Zulawski and Associates and The Laboratory for Scientific Interrogation. He shares his insights during speaking engagements with a number of trade associations in the retail and security sectors.

Stuart created the Zellman Group in 1997 when he saw a need in the industry for innovation, quality, and creativity. He brought to the table a deep understanding of loss prevention best practices for companies both large and small, a keen eye for alternative solutions to common problems, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships with clients and industry leaders alike.

Michael Ira Asen

Michael is an attorney-at-law with over 41 years of legal experience under his belt and a background in criminal investigations, trial law, civil litigation, and business development and management. Michael is licensed in New York and New Jersey and admitted to practice in numerous federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Courts of Appeal for the Second and Third Circuits, and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern District of New York, the Eastern District of New York, and the District of New Jersey.

Over the course of his storied career, Michael has cultivated superior judgment, legal knowledge, analytic capabilities, and communication skills. As such, he is the sole attorney in the civil recovery industry who has received an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating—the highest professional rating attorneys can receive—from law services firm Martindale-Hubbell.

With a background in criminal investigations, civil litigations, business development and management, and trial law, Michael uses his experience and skills to ensure that the recovery process is legal, courteous, and competent and maintains the highest standards in the industry.

Lauren Bridgeo

Before joining Zellman as VP of Operations, Lauren spent over 30 years running regional and corporate loss prevention programs for numerous department stores and national big box retailers.  

Lauren is responsible for new client services, civil recovery, data analytics, and consulting.

She ensures the company's operations are client-focused, implementations are seamless, and day-to-day client relationships are positive. She uses her hands-on experience to ensure clients receive optimum results.

Thanks to her extensive experience in the field, Lauren is now an industry leader, frequently featured in industry publications and honored by trade associations.

William “Bill” Ramos

Bill has more than 40 years of experience in retail loss prevention; he started as an investigator and worked his way up to executive positions at both American and foreign retail companies. He is CFI certified and trained in interview and interrogation techniques and forensic statement analysis, and he is additionally fluent in both English and Spanish.

Bill is responsible for our ORC Recovery Program and assisting clients with ORC investigations. He specializes in using both propriety tools and OSINT methods to develop subject profiles.

He has used his expertise in interviewing and data analysis to develop programs to deter and prevent loss, identify areas of opportunity for client growth, and educate and train both loss prevention and non-loss prevention teams in industry best practices. 
When he came to Zellman in 2002 as a regional loss prevention manager, he quickly rose through the ranks thanks to his leadership and dedication to our clients.

Jenny Deyhle

Jenny brings an impressive 13 years of experience from the demanding field of retail loss prevention. This background has sharpened her analytical skills, giving her a deep understanding of risk, efficiency, and how crucial data-driven insights are for protecting business operations.

For the past decade, Jenny was a key player at top retailers like Sephora, Ulta, and DSW. There, she was instrumental in building their internal e-commerce fraud and risk reporting from the ground up. This shows her ability to not only spot critical data needs but also to design and implement strong solutions that get real results.

Lisa Levine

Lisa, a Senior Manager of Operations at Zellman, has been a cornerstone of the team since 2009. With over 15 years of industry experience, she brings a meticulous dedication to detail and a proven ability to develop specialized solutions for financial audits. Her unwavering logistical support for both the analytics and investigative teams is integral to her comprehensive approach to operations management.

Cristhian Arana

Cristhian joined The Zellman Group in 2011, bringing over a decade of customer service call center experience. He started as a restitution specialist in the call center, quickly rising to the management team due to his strong commitment and proven talent for developing his colleagues' skills. Today, Cristhian manages two call centers and oversees all mail production, consistently applying his management skills to uphold Zellman's mission, values, and client-focused vision.

Elena Burke

Elena is a dynamic marketing and social media professional passionate about crafting engaging digital experiences. With a knack for strategic content, identifying trends and patterns, and community building, they help brands connect and thrive in the ever-evolving online landscape. 

Dominic DeNicola

With 14 years of dedicated service to the Zellman Group, Dominic is a highly skilled Data Analytics Manager and a proven team leader. His focused approach and expertise in various data tools have been instrumental in driving insightful data-driven strategies and fostering a high-performing analytics team.