Every year, we bring together 50+ expert speakers from across the nation to deliver about 100 breakout sessions packed with real-world insight, hands-on strategies, and inspiring expertise. From front-line workers and new supervisors to seasoned safety pros and directors leading large teams, there’s something for every level. These sessions go beyond compliance, they’re built to ignite stronger safety cultures, sharpen communication, and develop confident leaders who drive change where it matters most: on the job, every day.

SESSION SPEAKERS

Alan Mallory

Keynote Speaker, Author and Performance Coach
CSP, PE, PMP, MA, BSc

Alan is an international speaker, author and performance coach who is passionate about reaching new heights in all that we do. He has a degree in Engineering from Queen’s University and a Masters in Psychology from Adler University giving him a well-balanced approach to the inner and outer challenges we all face. Building experience through a lifestyle of adventure and challenge, Alan embarked on the journey of a lifetime and set a world record on Mount Everest along with three members of his immediate family. He believes in empowering people and embracing an agile mentality focused on relationships and results.

Chris Rockwell

President/Partner
EnPro Industries

Christopher Rockwell is a global business executive with 20 years experience in the Oil & Gas, Heavy Trucking, High Performance Sealing and Alcoholic Beverage Industries. Leading successful cultural transformations in Operations and Safety excellence at businesses around the world, Rockwell has held several positions of increasing responsibility within EnPro Industries eventually assuming global operational responsibility for their Oil and Gas group. Chris has led more than a half dozen different businesses including three new acquisitions in the US and Europe to a culture of zero injuries. He offers “real world” insights based on his experiences about what it really takes to build a culture of excellence. Rockwell is a graduate of the the McColl School of Business Executive Management Program and the College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse. He is also a certified Lean Black Belt.

Chris began his career as an Environmental Engineer for the largest alcohol beverage company in the world where he supported 8 wineries and distilleries in New York and California. He gained extensive
experience in Major source air permitting, EHS auditing, Process Safety Management and aerial
dispersion modelling. Outside of work Rockwell is active in the community. He helped launch the Watch D.O.G.S program at his daughter’s elementary school outside Lexington, KY and serves as the “Top Dawg” for the program. Watch D.O.G.S. is sponsored by the National Center for Fathering and designed to provide an opportunity to have a positive male role model in the school. In his free time Chris enjoys competing in bass fishing tournaments. He has competed in events as a professional angler in 15 US states from coast to coast and in Canada.

Chris Ross

Safety Consultant, CSPp, CPLP

Chris Ross is a passionate, humorous and energetic performance consultant, trainer, lecturer and presenter. With his background in civil engineering and over 35 years of experience in human resources, safety management, risk management, project management, budgeting and operations, Chris has consulted with over 800 organizations across a wide range of industries—from manufacturing, defense and engineering to chemicals, aerospace and beyond. A seasoned and celebrated speaker, he has presented keynotes, workshops and break-out sessions for fifteen consecutive years at the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) annual Professional Development Conference and has presented at dozens of other local and regional safety conferences.

Derek Sang

Senior Technical Training Manager, QSSP, CSHEP
Bulwark

With over 25 years of experience in the Flame-Resistant (FR) clothing industry, Derek Sang has been a pivotal figure in advancing safety standards and education worldwide. As Senior Technical Training Manager at Bulwark Protection and Workrite Fire Service, Derek spearheads Bulwark and Workrite’s training initiatives, developing comprehensive programs that address the selection, use, and maintenance of Flame Resistant/Arc Rated (AR) clothing and Stationwear. His work ensures that workers across industries are equipped to stay safe in hazardous environments.

In 2024, Derek continued to make a significant impact by hosting over 50 educational presentation and webinars, reaching over 4000 attendees. He also expanded the reach of Bulwark’s technical training through the online series “What in the FR,” “NFPA 70E made Easy” and “What you wear under your turnout gear matters”.

Derek holds professional certifications as a Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP) and Safety, Health, Environmental Professional (CSHEP) with IASHEP. With a dedication to innovation and education, Derek remains a trusted expert and advocate for safety in the FR/AR clothing industry.

Doug Bohl

Sr. Territory Manager
Ansell

Doug Bohl is with Ansell Gloves from Mandan, ND. He has been in the safety industry for around 28 years and with Ansell since 2013.

Ed Oslica

Domestic Security Strategist, US Secret Service Trainer
U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC)

Ed Oslica currently serves as a Domestic Security Strategist (DSS) with the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) where he interfaces with community safety partners to facilitate access to NTAC resources and the development of targeted violence prevention programs. His area of responsibility includes seven Midwestern states.

He is regionally stationed at the Secret Service Kansas City Field Office. In addition to developing relationships and responding to the needs of community partners, Mr. Oslica provides briefings on NTAC research findings, and assists with consultations on threat assessment policy development and on individual complex threat cases.

Prior to joining the Secret Service Mr. Oslica served as the Intelligence Specialist for the US Attorney, in the District of Nebraska. He served in this position for 14 years, assigned to the Criminal Division where he functioned as a liaison to the Joint Terrorism Task Force with the FBI Omaha Field Office. He conducted complex investigative analysis on a wide array of federal, state, local, and tribal criminal investigations. Additionally, he served as the Law Enforcement Coordinator and Suspicious Activity Reports coordinator, working with law enforcement and financial institutions across the state hosting and conducting training events.

Prior to joining the U.S. Attorney’s Office Mr. Oslica served 23 years in the U.S. Air Force, Security Forces and retired as a Master Sergeant. He earned a B.A. in Homeland Security from American Military University.

George Carroll

Motivational Keynote Speaker, Certified Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner, Member of National Speakers Association

More than just motivation, George is a former Tony Robbins Business Strategist with over 20 years of experience—from Fortune 500 companies like McDonald’s and Providence Healthcare to intimate leadership teams—George combines cutting edge content, experiential exercises, storytelling, data, humor and actionable tools to drive meaningful change. His high energy and interactive style leaves audiences energized and equipped to adapt and lead in a dynamically changing world. When he’s not serving clients, George lives in Oregon with his two boys, staying active, traveling, volunteering, coaching youth football, and living the good life.

Joe Schommer

Business Development Manager, NFPA Educational Certificate of Achievement

Joe Schommer has been involved in the electrical maintenance and testing industry for over 30 years. Starting as a field service technician and progressing through the disciplines, Joe has experienced the importance of maintenance and electrical testing and how these practices improve reliability and ultimately safety within your electrical distribution system. Joe brings practical application experience for improving the safety of your facility by adhering to NETA and the NFPA 70E and 70B guidelines, merging electrical safety with electrical maintenance which are both critical in regards to your electrical safety program.

Kam Alipour

National Protective Apparel Specialist, QSSP, National Member NFPA, National and Regional Member of NSC and ASSP
Cintas

Kam Alipour is the National Protective Apparel and Safety Specialist for the US and Canada in the direct purchase division. Cintas is North America’s largest provider of managed flame-resistant clothing programs. Kam has over 18 years of experience with Cintas and has a solid working knowledge of regulations and standards related to the care and maintenance of protective apparel and PPE. Kam’s professional experience with NFPA 70E lies in nearly every industry with customers ranging from local, regional and Fortune 500 companies. His passion is around helping companies with solutions around PPE and Protective clothing and helping to understand what’s out there and available to help keep your employees safe.

Kevin Miller

Speaker, Trainer, and Coach, PE, MBA

Kevin Miiller, PE, MBA, author of Finding Ways to Win & Doing More with Less and John C Maxwell certified speaker, trainer and coach. With 30 years of management experience, Kevin’s expertise ranges from construction foreman, engineering management, regional and national sales manager, and GM. Taking his success in athletics to the business world, he has brought about growth factors of 60%, 200%, 300%, and 500%, in different industries and each in less than 5 years. Kevin’s heart is to join forces with leaders and managers to help them solve problems, reduce stress and enjoy higher levels of success. Kevin believes that an organization’s workplace culture is the biggest competitive advantage, and that culture starts with good leaders.

Leland Vetter

Welding Inspector and Trainer, Certificates and Diplomas from North Dakota State College of Science, (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector

After attending the North Dakota State College and working in the oil Industry, Leland has taught Welding and Machining for over 40 years at Eastern Wyoming College, Bismarck State College and training in the mining industry.

Robert Nocco

Health Science Consultant, CSP, CIH, CFPS, DABT, RRPT

Bob Nocco has nearly 35 years of technical safety and process safety experience, both upstream and downstream operations and has worked Chevron and Shell. He is actively involved in the several professional and trade organizations: American Institute of Chemical Engineers, ASSP, AIHA, and previously involved in API as well as nSTEPS and NIOSH O&G NORA Council.

Ryan Pietzsch

Program Technical Advisor – Driver Safety
National Safety Council

Ryan is the lead subject matter expert on driver safety at the National Safety Council. An innovative leader and educator with expertise in risk management and strategic planning, Ryan is focused on total quality improvement in safety on the road.

He is responsible for advancing NSC driver training content, directing the NSC International Advisory Committee and advising the Council on matters of driving regulations and standards. Ryan has conducted large-scale needs assessments and has developed training in a diverse array of disciplines. He is a member of several transportation safety advisory groups and actively participates with the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies’ Committee on Operator Education, Training and Licensing, and Senior Driver and Young Driver Subcommittees. He is also an active advisor to the National Distracted Driving Coalition, an NTSB initiated coalition to address the epidemic of distracted driving.

An Iowa native, Ryan began his safety career as a firefighter, progressing through the fire service ranks to Career Fire Lieutenant in the West Des Moines Fire Department. He served as Public Information Officer and Safety Officer at various emergency events, and in addition to his fire and EMS duties, Ryan took on an active role in establishing total quality management in the municipal government. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Grand View College in Des Moines, IA, and his Master’s in Safety, Security and Emergency Management from Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, KY.

Scott Gaddis

VP Safety and Health
Interlex Technologies

Scott Gaddis leads thought leadership and is Vice President and Global Practice Leader of Safety and Health for Intelex Technologies in Toronto, Canada. Scott leads the building of partnerships with key clients and other top influencers in EHS. Before joining Intelex, Scott was Vice President of Global Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability for Coveris High-Performance Packaging Company in Chicago, Illinois. Before that, he spent five years as Executive Director of Global EHS for Bristol-Myers Squibb, eighteen years with the Kimberly-Clark Corporation in various senior EHS leadership roles, and ended as the Global Director of Occupational Safety and Health. Scott started his career with the GE company, spending five years as EHS Director in the Motors Division.

Mr. Gaddis has been published in various EHS trade journals and has lectured at National and International EHS conferences. He recently authored and published the book “From Participation to Partnership—A Journey to Safety at the Frontline.” Scott is a Special Government Employee supporting the Department of Labor and has received numerous awards, including VPPA Mentor of the Year and others recognizing his leadership in EHS. Scott is an Occupational Safety and Health graduate from Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky.

Stephen Scott & Sam Goodman

Human & Organizational Performance Consultants

Sam Goodman and Steve Scott are both currently consultants. Combined, we have decades of experience in Human & Organizational Performance (HOP), operational learning, safety (both I and II), Critical Risk Management (CRM), culture change, communication, engagement and overall operational excellence.
Our experience comes from actual time spent in the trenches with workers and leaders, both from inside organizations and as consultants, teaching and integrating HOP, understanding how work really happens, creating resilience and improving business performance. We have a strong understanding of these concepts from an academic level, but more importantly, we know how to translate that into useful tactics to help workers and leaders at all levels make work better.

Tyler Vujovich

Fall Protection Specialist, SME
3M

Tyler Vujovich is a Fall Protection Specialist for MN, SD, and ND with 3M. Tyler has over 10 years of safety & PPE sales experience, and has held roles supporting 3M’s safety, abrasives, tapes & adhesives portfolios. In his current role, Tyler is solely focused on 3M’s fall protection and confined space portfolios providing product, technical and demo awareness solutions.

Wyatt Bradbury

Principal – Health and Safety
Adjunct Professor, MEng, CSP, CHST, CIT

Wyatt Bradbury serves as a Principal Health and Safety for Avetta and is part of the Department of Engineering Faculty and the University of Alabama Birmingham teaching Professional Ethics and Introduction to System Safety for the Advanced Safety Engineering and Management Program. He has experience in aquatic and recreation risk management, electrical construction, powerline safety, rail safety, and safety consulting. Mr. Bradbury holds CSP, CHST, and CIT certifications from the BCSP and a Master of Engineering in Advanced Safety Engineering and Management from the University of Alabama Birmingham.

Wyatt Bradbury is a Past-President of the National Capital Chapter, and is a member of the Advisory Group Operations Committee for ASSP. Bradbury currently serves as the National Capital Chapter Advisory Group Representative. Bradbury also supports the BCSP Qualified Academic Programs by being a part of the QAP Chair Committee.

Wyatt Bradbury is on the Drafting Committee for the ANSI Z590.6 Technical Report Guidance for the sizing, fit, selection, and use of personal protective equipment and apparel marketed toward women. He also serves on the Drafting Committee of the ANSI Z490.1 OSH Training Standard. Wyatt Bradbury is also a member of the ANSI Z10 Committee and the US TAG ISO/TC 283 supporting the development of ISO 45001.

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