Panelists:
Ray McGuire, CSP, Director of Operations Startup, Nestlé USA
Pete Flatten, Director, National Safety, Tuff Shed
James Boykins, Director EHS, Moss & Associates
Moderator:
Tyron McGurgan, CEO, Focus Network
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:
- Gain Insight into how to make EHS roles more appealing to younger professionals, including strategies for employer branding, recruitment, and offering flexible work environments.
- Understand the emerging skills necessary for EHS leaders, from tech proficiency to knowledge of ESG, sustainability, and regulatory compliance, and how to identify and develop these competencies in rising professionals.
- Practical advice on building mentorship programs, offering growth opportunities, and supporting continuous education to help younger EHS professionals
- Understand the cultural shift in workplace dynamics and how to create an environment that aligns with the values and career expectations of younger generations entering the EHS field.
