CEO and Founder, Purpose Pathfinders
Director of EHS, Harmon, Inc.
EVP, Chief Safety Officer, MV Transportation
CSP Director of Operations Startup, Nestlé USA
The summit program is a draft and is subject to change.
08:00
40min
5min
Dana Dawsey is a highly respected Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) expert, entrepreneur, and leadership coach with over 20 years of [...]
In a constantly evolving regulatory and operational environment, EHS leaders must stay ahead of emerging risks, leverage new technologies, and adapt to shifting workforce expectations. Focus Network has recently completed its latest in-depth research with senior EHS Directors across the United States to identify the most critical trends shaping the future of workplace health and safety.
This research delves into the key challenges and risks organizations are facing, while also exploring the most effective strategies to overcome these obstacles. By understanding how businesses can enhance adaptability and drive continuous improvement, EHS leaders can position their organizations for stronger safety outcomes and long-term success.
Key Takeaways:
20min
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
Aligning safety with business strategy is about integrating workplace health and safety into the core of an organization’s decision-making and operations.
This session will help leaders and safety professionals understand how safety performance and business success go hand in hand. Companies that prioritize safety not only protect their workers but also see improvements in productivity and financial performance.
30min
Nicole Thunich is an accomplished safety and risk management executive with a passion for workplace safety and a track record of designing and [...]
30min
Jon is responsible for deploying Harmon’s Corporate EHS Management System to all Harmon project sites and manufacturing locations. Jon has [...]
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and predictive analytics is transforming workplace health and safety by enhancing risk detection, streamlining compliance, and enabling real-time hazard monitoring. However, EHS leaders must navigate the complexities of emerging technologies and strategically implement them to drive meaningful safety improvements.
This panel will explore cutting edge advancements in AI-driven risk management, wearable safety tech, and automation. Experts will discuss how organizations can effectively adopt and scale these technologies, the barriers to implementation, and the broader impact of digital transformation on workplace safety. Panellists will also examine the role of machine learning in predictive analytics, real time data collection for incident prevention, and automation’s potential to reduce human error in high risk environments.
Join this session and gain a deeper understanding of how digital transformation is reshaping the industry and equip yourself with some actionable strategies that will allow you to future proof your organizations through technology adoption.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Ambitious and passionate about a sustainable future while bringing an infectiously positive attitude to work every day. [...]
Proven EHS professional with 25+ years demonstrated success - improving company performance, reducing risk, ensuring compliance, and realizing cost [...]
David Payton is a seasoned operations and environmental health and safety (EHS) leader with 25 years of experience driving safety and performance [...]
A strategic and top-performing Environment, Health and Safety Executive with 29+ years of experience heading industry-leading organizations. [...]
10:50
20min
EHS and ESG often intersect in high-stakes, emotionally charged conversations. Are these communities set up to compete or collaborate on shared goals? Explore how integrating EHS metrics into ESG frameworks can align priorities and promote lifesaving initiatives in the workplace.
What are some of these conversations for the EHS professional?
Join us for this fun but crucial conversation, in which we’ll explore perspectives, definitions, common frameworks and intersections where today’s safety professional is learning to influence and lead in today’s world of work.
30min
Blending experience in business development, product management, and client advisory, Katie brings over 15 years of experience leading businesses [...]
Recent headlines about layoffs, AI replacing jobs, and potential recessions foster an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. To navigate these challenges, employees and leaders need a reliable strategy.
The Circle of Safety promotes stability through mutual reliance among workers. Trust is essential, as safe employees are more productive and resilient. However, trusting cultures require ongoing effort to maintain. While we cannot control external pressures, we can depend on a network of trusted individuals. This Circle of Safety emphasizes the need for a strong culture of trust and support in the workplace.
Leadership is a choice, not just a position. As leaders, we must prioritize creating safety and security within our organizations. By building a culture of trust and respect, we can establish a strong Circle of Safety that allows employees to thrive, even in tough times.
Key takeaways:
30min
Dynamic Health, Safety, and Environment executive with over 16 years of proven success across heavy civil, transportation, general industry, Mine [...]
In this powerful keynote, Dr. Megan Tranter takes the audience on a journey to discover what it truly means to lead with purpose in today’s rapidly evolving world.
Drawing on her experiences as a global executive and her insights into leadership and resilience, Megan challenges attendees to think differently about their careers, their teams, and their legacy. She will share actionable strategies to unlock potential, foster innovation, and drive long-term impact, inspiring leaders to elevate their influence while staying grounded in their values.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Founder and CEO of Purpose Pathfinders, Dr. Megan Tranter is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience driving transformation at global [...]
13:00
40min
Industries involving hazardous work are often confronted with operational inefficiencies, rising costs and heightened risks when managing workforce competency and compliance.
Safety risks are exacerbated by heavy reliance on contractors and the lack of real-time assurance in workers’ credentials.
In this interactive session, we will discuss:
30min
Matt is the CEO and Founder of MyPass Global, a digital platform designed to reduce the risk and cost of managing workforce competency, safety [...]
Mental health is no longer a separate conversation from workplace safety—it’s an essential part of a holistic EHS strategy. As companies recognize the direct link between mental wellbeing and incident prevention, many are embedding mental health initiatives into their EHS frameworks. This panel will feature senior EHS leaders from top organizations who have successfully integrated mental health programs, policies, and training into their overall safety culture.
It will also equip EHS leaders with the knowledge and tools to champion mental health as a core element of their safety programs and drive lasting cultural change in their organizations.
Key Takeaways:
30min
As a broad practitioner, Catherine supports Amentum’s commitment to prioritizing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) performance [...]
I am a highly analytical and self-motivated professional with a track record of successfully overseeing all facets of environmental, health and [...]
Bio coming [...]
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
In a time of rapid technological advancement and organizational transformation, traditional safety strategies are no longer enough. True safety excellence requires a holistic, people-centered approach—one that integrates leadership principles, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong relational foundation.
In this session, Dana Dawsey, VP of Environmental Health and Safety at Pentair and a certified leadership coach, shares how a 360° leadership mindset can break down silos, align safety with business objectives, and inspire a culture of ownership at every level.
Drawing on real-world success stories, Dana will explore:
You’ll leave with actionable strategies to lead through change, empower your teams, and embed safety into the DNA of your organization.
30min
Dana Dawsey is a highly respected Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) expert, entrepreneur, and leadership coach with over 20 years of [...]
For most organizations, all the safety rules, policies, and procedures still result in safety incidents where the root cause should have been addressed through training and rules. Whenever the questions arise “What were they thinking” or “Why didn’t they follow the rules” the answer is that, at their very core, those impacted associates, and likely more folks within your organization were never culturally bought in, they were simply following the rules to avoid a negative consequence.
In this session we will discuss instilling pride of ownership and cultural buy-in for HSE by assessing the power of attitudes, influence, behaviours, and change management.
Key takeaways:
30min
Yasser has been in the HSE field for the past 17 years, spanning Active Duty service in the US Navy, and working for and with global industry [...]
HOP (Human and Organizational Performance) has been around for a while, and companies still struggle with how to effectively deploy the concepts to achieve the desired results.
This interactive session will cover the concepts, methods, processes, and tools for effectively deploying HOP, regardless of what your company does. FIT has deployed the concepts effectively for over 30 years, and in over 400 organizations around the world.
Hear about how Education (what and who you teach), Integration (putting it into day-to-day work), and Sustainability (this is how we do business) play into Doing HOP Right.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Rob is a pioneer in Human and Organisational Performance and all aspects of performance improvement including incorporating the understanding of [...]
This interactive breakout session will explore the essential role accountability plays in driving successful safety outcomes. EHS Directors will learn how to establish a clear, practical framework that integrates accountability into every level of their safety program.
The session will offer real-world strategies to help ensure that safety policies are not only communicated but actively followed, resulting in a stronger culture of responsibility and long-term program commitment.
Key Takeaways
30min
Winston Newman is an experienced local safety professional and currently the Corporate Director of Safety at Kaufman Lynn Construction. He boasts [...]
16:05
20min
What truly defines a good safety program? In this session, we’ll challenge traditional EHS metrics and uncover how many of the indicators used to measure safety performance are, in fact, promoting a false sense of security, what we call fake safety.
We’ll debunk long-standing myths within the EHS profession and shine a light on the critical difference between appearing safe and actually being safe.
The session will dive into the concept of real safety — building resilience and capacity into your systems so that when failure happens, it doesn’t result in harm. You'll explore how Tesla applies Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles to enhance learning and improvement across its operations, all anchored by a powerful belief: "Safeguards Save Lives."
Join us to rethink safety and take away actionable insights to build a culture that prioritizes real safety over the illusion of it.
Key Takeaways:
25min
Laura Harting is the Director of EHS at Tesla, where she leads safety oversight for North American Sales, Service, Delivery and Collison centers [...]
16:55
5min
Dana Dawsey is a highly respected Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) expert, entrepreneur, and leadership coach with over 20 years of [...]
17:00
2h
19:00
30min
19:30
2h 30min
08:15
50min
08:55
5min
Dana Dawsey is a highly respected Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) expert, entrepreneur, and leadership coach with over 20 years of [...]
Every tool, shortcut, and workaround used by your workforce tells a story, a story of the real work being done versus how it was originally imagined.
This insightful session will uncover how to recognize and interpret the often-overlooked clues embedded in everyday operations that reveal gaps between procedures and practice.
By learning how to spot these subtle signals, EHS leaders can better understand frontline realities, drive meaningful improvements, and unlock hidden potential within their systems and teams.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Jeremy Nauert has over 30 years of successful experience in HSE, mostly in multi-national manufacturing. His passion, however, lies not only [...]
Too often, personal safety, process safety, psychological safety, and other areas where risk drives performance compete for resources.
There are systems, methods, processes, and tools that can be applied in any of these areas and represent the next logical step in creating sustainable, positive outcomes in Safety, Quality, Environmental, Operations, and other areas.
Rob will discuss the practical application of these systems and provide some takeaways for immediate use.
30min
Rob is a pioneer in Human and Organisational Performance and all aspects of performance improvement including incorporating the understanding of [...]
As sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) continue to shape corporate agendas, the role of EHS leaders has never been more critical. This panel will explore how forward-thinking companies are integrating safety, sustainability, and corporate responsibility to create a more resilient and ethical business environment.
Gain insights into how organizations are embedding ESG principles into safety programs, balancing compliance with business value, and leveraging technology and data-driven strategies to enhance sustainability performance. The discussion will also address the latest regulatory shifts and best practices for aligning workplace safety with broader environmental and social impact initiatives.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Tracy Beaudry is a seasoned Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) leader with over 16 years of global experience spanning corporate and [...]
The primary function of my position is to identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage [...]
Experienced Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the building materials industry. Skilled in RCRA, ISO 14001, Environmental [...]
I'm a customer-driven Product Marketing leader with over 7 years experience in B2B SaaS technology, with 3 years focused exclusively on EHS & ESG [...]
10:40
15min
In today’s complex and high-risk work environments, safety engagement is no longer just a checklist item, it’s a leadership imperative. Studies consistently show that an engaged workforce not only drives down incident rates but also leads to increased retention, improved productivity, and stronger safety performance across the board. But engagement doesn’t happen by chance, it starts at the top.
This session will explore how safety leaders can influence culture by fostering deeper engagement from the frontline to the boardroom. We’ll examine the critical role of frontline supervisors in shaping daily behaviours, and how breaking down organizational silos can improve communication, build trust, and unify safety efforts. Drawing on real-world examples and practical frameworks, we’ll look at how leadership accountability, measurable goals, and trust-based relationships can create a culture where safety is owned by everyone.
Key Takeaways:
30min
James is an accomplished Safety Professional with over 17 years of experience. He has worked on both OSHA and MSHA job sites, civil construction, [...]
EHS leaders aren’t just safety stewards — they’re the culture shapers, strategic influencers and bottom-line boosters.
This session cuts to the chase with three bold moves to help lift your impact across safety, engagement and leadership. We’ll start with a simple, scalable action that sparks immediate behavioural shifts. Next, we explore an approach that will cut through and drive greater engagement, even with a large contractor workforce. Finally, we look at how to design a bespoke program that aligns safety, culture and leadership into one powerful force.
With lessons from one of the world’s most regulated health and safety environments (which also happens to have an inordinate share of deadly animals), this session will give you options to lead EHS with clarity, credibility and cut-through.
30min
Jess Daly works as the Chief Strategy Officer at Everyday Massive. She joined Everyday Massive in 2022 after a 20-year career spent asking [...]
As temperatures rise, so does the risk to worker safety. This session will unpack OSHA’s approach to heat illness prevention and guide attendees through practical strategies to comply with regulatory requirements while proactively protecting employees.
Learn how to effectively implement policies and controls that address both outdoor and indoor heat-related risks, ensuring your team stays safe, hydrated, and prepared in extreme conditions.
Key Takeaways:
30min
James Simpson is the VP of Safety & Risk Management for Sanitation Specialists which is a contract food safety sanitation and services company [...]
In high-risk environments, understanding and managing risk tolerance is essential to preventing incidents before they occur.
This session will explore why individuals accept certain levels of risk, how those perceptions vary across teams and roles, and what EHS leaders can do to influence safer choices at every level of the organization. Participants will learn how to identify the root causes of elevated risk tolerance and implement targeted strategies to shift mindsets, align behaviors, and ultimately eliminate unnecessary risk acceptance within their operations.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Ray McGuire, CSP, is a seasoned operations leader with over 23 years of experience at Nestlé, driving safety, health, and environmental [...]
This interactive breakout session dives deeper into the mechanics of purpose-driven leadership, providing attendees with actionable tools and frameworks to implement immediately.
Megan will guide participants through exercises to define their unique leadership value, communicate their vision effectively, and strategically influence outcomes.
The session will include real-world case studies, group discussions, and hands-on exercises designed to empower leaders to create tangible change in their teams and organizations.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Founder and CEO of Purpose Pathfinders, Dr. Megan Tranter is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience driving transformation at global [...]
Environmental teams are tasked with meeting evolving waste compliance responsibilities while resources remain constrained, or even reduced. Managing multiple hauler portals, consolidating disparate data, and ensuring compliance across different generator statuses and jurisdictions creates significant administrative burden. By streamlining waste compliance practices, environmental leaders can reclaim valuable time and create visibility for leadership.
Join us to learn:
30min
Bio [...]
Jenny is an accomplished entrepreneur and go-to-market leader with extensive experience helping over 350 B2B technology companies—from Fortune 50 [...]
13:20
40min
As experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals nearing retirement, organizations must focus on attracting, retaining, and developing the next generation of safety leaders. This panel will explore strategies for engaging younger professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills to lead in an increasingly complex EHS landscape.
The discussion will center on how organizations can become employers of choice for emerging talent, creating pathways for long-term growth and success.
Additionally, the panel will emphasize the importance of mentorship, leadership development, and continuing education in fostering the next wave of EHS professionals. With evolving EHS roles requiring new competencies in technology, sustainability, and global risk management, organizations must adapt their strategies to nurture a diverse, skilled workforce.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Ray McGuire, CSP, is a seasoned operations leader with over 23 years of experience at Nestlé, driving safety, health, and environmental [...]
Results driven EHS/L&D professional with 15+ years experience in construction, manufacturing, government projects, and oil and gas. Very [...]
James is an accomplished Safety Professional with over 17 years of experience. He has worked on both OSHA and MSHA job sites, civil construction, [...]
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
You’re sitting in a meeting and the Program Manager/CEO/VP of Engineering – any senior leader - makes a major decision. You have been thinking about this topic for some time now and really believe that this decision involves too much risk. So, what now? Do you speak up? Do you wait until the meeting is over and talk about how bad the decision is with your closest colleagues?
At NASA, you have three choices when faced with a major decision – Agree. Disagree with the decision but be willing to fully support it.
Or disagree and register a formal dissent. That formal dissent can be appealed up to the level of the NASA Administrator.
Disagreeing with a formal decision made by a senior leader because it involves too much risk is not easy and ironically can put you at risk. However, the ability to raise an alternate opinion (less formal) or registering a formal dissent, without fear of retribution, provides the decision-maker all the requisite information to make an informed decision. Indeed, it should be common practice for the decision-maker to solicit alternate opinions before he or she selects the path forward.
Key takeaways:
30min
Dr. Nigel Packham is the Associate Director of NASA Johnson Space Center’s Safety and Mission Assurance Directorate and has become a [...]
15:15
5min
Dana Dawsey is a highly respected Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) expert, entrepreneur, and leadership coach with over 20 years of [...]
60min
08:00
40min
5min
Jill James is Chief Safety Officer at HSI. Jill’s 30 year health and safety career includes 12 years as Senior Safety Investigator with OSHA, [...]
As Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) responsibilities become more complex and interconnected, leaders must navigate rapidly changing regulatory pressures, evolving workforce expectations, and the accelerating pace of technology.
To better understand these dynamics, Focus Network has conducted one of its most comprehensive studies to date, surveying over 500 senior EHS leaders across the United States, and more than 2,000 EHS leaders globally.
Tyron will deliver critical insights into how EHS priorities, investment strategies, and key challenges are evolving in 2025, equipping U.S. EHS leaders with the recommendations they need to stay aligned, future focused, and ready to adapt in a rapidly changing safety landscape.
In a time of constant disruption, this data-driven intelligence from Focus Network will arm EHS leaders with the comparative insights and tools they need to thrive.
Key Takeaways:
20min
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
Aligning safety with business strategy is about integrating workplace health and safety into the core of an organization’s decision-making and operations.
This session will help leaders and safety professionals understand how safety performance and business success go hand in hand. Companies that prioritize safety not only protect their workers but also see improvements in productivity and financial performance.
Key Takeaways
30min
Nicole Thunich is an accomplished safety and risk management executive with a passion for workplace safety and a track record of designing and [...]
For too long, workplace safety has relied on outdated methods and disconnected systems—enough to stay compliant but not built for what’s ahead. As risks grow and expectations shift, those legacy approaches fall short.
This session explores how leading organizations can transform with EHS strategies, less reactive, more proactive.
Learn how to modernize your safety culture, streamline processes, and build a future ready foundation that keeps your workforce protected and your business agile.
Key Takeaways
30min
Jon is responsible for deploying Harmon’s Corporate EHS Management System to all Harmon project sites and manufacturing locations. Jon has [...]
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and predictive analytics is transforming workplace health and safety by enhancing risk detection, streamlining compliance, and enabling real-time hazard monitoring. However, EHS leaders must navigate the complexities of emerging technologies and strategically implement them to drive meaningful safety improvements.
This panel will explore cutting edge advancements in AI-driven risk management, wearable safety tech, and automation. Experts will discuss how organizations can effectively adopt and scale these technologies, the barriers to implementation, and the broader impact of digital transformation on workplace safety.
Panellists will also examine the role of machine learning in predictive analytics, real time data collection for incident prevention, and automation’s potential to reduce human error in high risk environments.
Key Takeaways:
30min
10:50
20min
EHS and ESG often intersect in high-stakes, emotionally charged conversations. Are these communities set up to compete or collaborate on shared goals? Explore how integrating EHS metrics into ESG frameworks can align priorities and promote lifesaving initiatives in the workplace.
Join us for this fun but crucial conversation, in which we’ll explore perspectives, definitions, common frameworks and intersections where today’s safety professional is learning to influence and lead in today’s world of work.
Key Takeawys
30min
Blending experience in business development, product management, and client advisory, Katie brings over 15 years of experience leading businesses [...]
In today’s competitive workplace, understanding the difference between employee engagement and employee empowerment is crucial for fostering a productive and motivated workforce.
This interactive session will delve deeper into the nuances of these concepts, highlighting how empowered individuals contribute significantly more than mere participation.
Key Takeaways
30min
Vanessa Galvin is a bilingual, bicultural safety professional and servant leader with over two decades of hands-on experience spanning food and [...]
In high-risk environments, understanding and managing risk tolerance is essential to preventing incidents before they occur.
This session will explore why individuals accept certain levels of risk, how those perceptions vary across teams and roles, and what EHS leaders can do to influence safer choices at every level of the organization.
Participants will learn how to identify the root causes of elevated risk tolerance and implement targeted strategies to shift mindsets, align behaviors, and ultimately eliminate unnecessary risk acceptance within their operations.
Key Takeaways
30min
Ray McGuire, CSP, is a seasoned operations leader with over 23 years of experience at Nestlé, driving safety, health, and environmental [...]
This session will help EHS leaders translate safety initiatives into boardroom language. Participants will workshop how to tie leading indicators, operational performance, and safety culture outcomes into clear ROI stories.
Key Takeaways
30min
12:25
20min
Join Elle as she discusses the way Baker Hughes has evolved the traditional concept of Stop Work Authority into a broader, more proactive framework they call Start Work Safely. This shift ensures safety accountability is embedded across all functions, not just at the frontline, helping reduce incidents while creating more opportunities for organizational learning.
While Stop Work Authority remains a valuable tool, its current application has notable limitations. It often signals that multiple layers of control have already failed, making it a last resort rather than a preventive measure. Additionally, cultural and psychological barriers, such as fear of speaking up or unclear empowerment, can hinder its effectiveness.
Learn how Baker Hughes Start Work Safely model has addressed these issues by encouraging every employee to assess conditions and confidently ensure all is in place before work begins, ultimately fostering a safer, more engaged, and more informed workforce.
Key Takeaways
30min
Elle Osborne is a Global Health Safety and Environmental Director who partners with the Executive Leadership Team of the Process and Pipeline [...]
13:25
40min
In this powerful session, Dr. Megan Tranter takes the audience on a journey to discover what it truly means to lead with purpose in today’s rapidly evolving world.
Drawing on her experiences as a global executive and her insights into leadership and resilience, Megan challenges attendees to think differently about their careers, their teams, and their legacy. She will share actionable strategies to unlock potential, foster innovation, and drive long-term impact, inspiring leaders to elevate their influence while staying grounded in their values.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Founder and CEO of Purpose Pathfinders, Dr. Megan Tranter is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience driving transformation at global [...]
Mental health is no longer a separate conversation from workplace safety, it’s an essential part of a holistic EHS strategy. As companies recognize the direct link between mental wellbeing and incident prevention, many are embedding mental health initiatives into their EHS frameworks.
This panel will feature senior EHS leaders from top organizations who have successfully integrated mental health programs, policies, and training into their overall safety culture.
It will also equip EHS leaders with the knowledge and tools to champion mental health as a core element of their safety programs and drive lasting cultural change in their organizations.
Key Takeaways:
30min
As a broad practitioner, Catherine supports Amentum’s commitment to prioritizing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) performance [...]
I am a highly analytical and self-motivated professional with a track record of successfully overseeing all facets of environmental, health and [...]
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
Too often, EHS is seen as a cost center focused on compliance rather than a core component of business success.
This session explores how to elevate EHS from a reactive function to a proactive driver of value, aligned with organizational strategy and longterm goals. Attendees will learn how to position their programs as catalysts for innovation, performance, and resilience.
Through first hand experiences and strategic frameworks, this session will highlight how leading companies are integrating EHS into boardroom conversations and leveraging it to meet ESG, financial, and operational objectives.
Key Takeaways
30min
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, the EHS profession stands at a critical crossroads. From predictive analytics and real time monitoring to automated compliance reporting and intelligent wearables, AI is rapidly transforming how safety is managed across industries.
This high stakes debate brings two senior EHS leaders to the stage, one advocating for the view that AI will ultimately replace much of the traditional EHS role, and the other defending the indispensable value of human led safety leadership.
The session will explore key questions such as:
Through this lively high energy discussion, this debate will push attendees to confront the future of their profession and how to adapt, lead, and thrive in an era of rapid technological disruption.
Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of where AI can genuinely enhance safety efforts and where the human touch remains irreplaceable.
20min
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
16:20
20min
This will be delivered as an interactive role play and peer coaching session to help safety leaders improve their influence with ops, finance, HR, and executive teams.
Key Takeaways:
30min
In this session, EHS leaders will get a chance to compare their current tools, from mobile inspection apps to management platforms and openly discuss wins, regrets, and gaps.
Key Takeaways:
30min
HOP (Human and Organizational Performance) has been around for a while, and companies still struggle with how to effectively deploy the concepts to achieve the desired results.
This interactive session will cover the concepts, methods, processes, and tools for effectively deploying HOP, regardless of what your company does. FIT has deployed the concepts effectively for over 30 years, and in over 400 organizations around the world.
Hear about how Education (what and who you teach), Integration (putting it into day-to-day work), and Sustainability (this is how we do business) play into Doing HOP Right.
Key Takeaways
30min
The EHS landscape is rapidly transforming with the adoption of AI, IoT, automation, and analytics. This keynote addresses how technology can be leveraged to enhance safety outcomes, environmental monitoring, and workforce health, while reducing human error and administrative burden.
Attendees will learn how to evaluate, implement, and scale digital solutions that add real value, without overcomplicating processes. Insights will be shared on building internal buy-in, engaging workers in the adoption of new tools, and future proofing your EHS function through data driven decision making.
Key Takeaways
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2h 30min
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5min
Jill James is Chief Safety Officer at HSI. Jill’s 30 year health and safety career includes 12 years as Senior Safety Investigator with OSHA, [...]
In a world of decentralized teams, hybrid workforces, and multi-site operations, creating a consistent and resilient safety culture is harder than ever. This keynote focuses on strategies to unify safety values and behaviors across geographic, cultural, and operational boundaries.
Discover how to foster local ownership of global safety standards, align leaders at every level, and reinforce shared accountability. Case examples from high-risk industries will illustrate what works and what doesn’t, when it comes to sustaining culture in today’s evolving work environment.
Key Takeaways:
20min
Recent headlines about layoffs, AI replacing jobs, and potential recessions foster an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. To navigate these challenges, employees and leaders need a reliable strategy.
The Circle of Safety promotes stability through mutual reliance among workers. Trust is essential, as safe employees are more productive and resilient. However, trusting cultures require ongoing effort to maintain. While we cannot control external pressures, we can depend on a network of trusted individuals. This Circle of Safety emphasizes the need for a strong culture of trust and support in the workplace.
Leadership is a choice, not just a position. As leaders, we must prioritize creating safety and security within our organizations. By building a culture of trust and respect, we can establish a strong Circle of Safety that allows employees to thrive, even in tough times.
Key Takeaways
20min
Dynamic Health, Safety, and Environment executive with over 16 years of proven success across heavy civil, transportation, general industry, Mine [...]
Too often, personal safety, process safety, psychological safety, and other areas where risk drives performance compete for resources.
There are systems, methods, processes, and tools that can be applied in any of these areas and represent the next logical step in creating sustainable, positive outcomes in Safety, Quality, Environmental, Operations, and other areas.
Rob will discuss the practical application of these systems and provide some takeaways for immediate use.
30min
Rob is a pioneer in Human and Organisational Performance and all aspects of performance improvement including incorporating the understanding of [...]
As organizations accelerate their sustainability agendas, EHS leaders are under pressure to integrate environmental goals without compromising worker safety.
This panel brings together seasoned EHS executives to explore how leading organizations are aligning their safety frameworks with environmental initiatives, from reducing emissions and waste to adopting cleaner technologies.
Panellists will discuss strategies, innovations, and lessons learned from balancing environmental responsibility with occupational health and safety excellence.
Key Takeaways:
30min
10:35
20min
Get hands on with use cases for AI in incident tracking, inspections, and compliance monitoring. Small groups will explore what’s worth piloting and what to leave on the shelf.
Key Takeaways:
30min
This interactive breakout session dives deeper into the mechanics of purpose-driven leadership, providing attendees with actionable tools and frameworks to implement immediately.
Megan will guide participants through exercises to define their unique leadership value, communicate their vision effectively, and strategically influence outcomes.
The session will include real-world case studies, group discussions, and hands-on exercises designed to empower leaders to create tangible change in their teams and organizations.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Founder and CEO of Purpose Pathfinders, Dr. Megan Tranter is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience driving transformation at global [...]
This interactive session will explore case studies and group exercises on identifying and addressing psychosocial hazards, from burnout to bullying and how to integrate mental health into EHS strategy.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Fatigue and distraction remain two of the most underreported yet deadly contributors to workplace driving incidents. With transportation, logistics, and field service teams under pressure to deliver faster and cover more ground, it’s no longer enough to rely on training alone.
This session will allow the audience to discuss strategies, technologies, and behavioral interventions to mitigate fatigue related driving risks.
The session will analyze real scenarios, evaluate monitoring solutions (including wearables, telematics, and AI), and explore ways on how best to design a culture of accountability around driver safety.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Environmental teams are tasked with meeting evolving waste compliance responsibilities while resources remain constrained, or even reduced.
Managing multiple hauler portals, consolidating disparate data, and ensuring compliance across different generator statuses and jurisdictions creates significant administrative burden. By streamlining waste compliance practices, environmental leaders can reclaim valuable time and create visibility for leadership.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Bio [...]
Jenny is an accomplished entrepreneur and go-to-market leader with extensive experience helping over 350 B2B technology companies—from Fortune 50 [...]
As experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals nearing retirement, organizations must focus on attracting, retaining, and developing the next generation of safety leaders. This panel will explore strategies for engaging younger professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills to lead in an increasingly complex EHS landscape.
The discussion will center on how organizations can become employers of choice for emerging talent, creating pathways for long-term growth and success.
Additionally, the panel will emphasize the importance of mentorship, leadership development, and continuing education in fostering the next wave of EHS professionals. With evolving EHS roles requiring new competencies in technology, sustainability, and global risk management, organizations must adapt their strategies to nurture a diverse, skilled workforce.
Key Takeaways:
30min
Tyron McGurgan is an accomplished entrepreneur, media specialist, and events professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry. He is [...]
13:20
40min
As organizations expand their reliance on third-party contractors, the traditional “check-the-box” approach to contractor safety is no longer enough. Incidents involving contractors often reveal fragmented onboarding, inconsistent safety expectations, and limited visibility into contractor performance.
This session explores how leading EHS teams are rethinking contractor management, transforming it from a reactive compliance function into a proactive safety partnership. Drawing from experiences, we’ll dive into ways on how to build scalable contractor onboarding processes, leveraging digital platforms for visibility and accountability, and creating a culture of shared safety ownership between employees and external partners.
Key Takeaways:
20min
You’re sitting in a meeting and the Program Manager/CEO/VP of Engineering – any senior leader - makes a major decision. You have been thinking about this topic for some time now and really believe that this decision involves too much risk. So, what now? Do you speak up? Do you wait until the meeting is over and talk about how bad the decision is with your closest colleagues?
At NASA, you have three choices when faced with a major decision – Agree. Disagree with the decision but be willing to fully support it.
Or disagree and register a formal dissent. That formal dissent can be appealed up to the level of the NASA Administrator.
Disagreeing with a formal decision made by a senior leader because it involves too much risk is not easy and ironically can put you at risk. However, the ability to raise an alternate opinion (less formal) or registering a formal dissent, without fear of retribution, provides the decision-maker all the requisite information to make an informed decision. Indeed, it should be common practice for the decision-maker to solicit alternate opinions before he or she selects the path forward.
Key takeaways:
30min
Dr. Nigel Packham is the Associate Director of NASA Johnson Space Center’s Safety and Mission Assurance Directorate and has become a [...]
14:55
5min
Jill James is Chief Safety Officer at HSI. Jill’s 30 year health and safety career includes 12 years as Senior Safety Investigator with OSHA, [...]
60min
We invite only the leading international and local experts to provide sessions on site, this allows for attendees to be taught by front-line executives that compress years of meaningful experience into a systematic, well organised learning program.
Keeping in line with the main goal of the event in achieving new relationships, we provide a huge amount of networking opportunities for attendees through breakfast, luncheons, cocktails and informal introductions.
Allowing both buyers and sellers the opportunity to engage with one another onsite in a series of prearranged business meetings. These provide both parties a great opportunity to build new relationships by interacting face to face.
Being able to experience different sessions is what makes this event unique; whether you are looking to attend an interactive workshop, roundtable, 1-1 meeting or panel discussion.
Interact and relax amongst your peers at the official Networking dinner where you will have the opportunity to be part of the entertainment.
The summit is personalised for YOU, this means that what is important to your business is important to us. We create personalised itineraries around sessions you want to attend, allowing for your time to be spent wisely while out of the office.
Should you wish to attend this years upcoming 6th Annual EHS Leaders USA Summit on the 23rd – 24th Sep 2025, please purchase your tickets below
$2990
$2499
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