Summit agenda

Come enjoy a delicious Continental Breakfast, where you can connect with fellow attendees and kickstart your day. It's the perfect opportunity to mingle before diving into the day's exciting events!

Join us at BOLD for a warm welcome from our leadership team, introduction to the event, and an exhilarating kickoff by our keynote speaker, Gala Jackson.

Keynote Speaker:

Gala Jackson, M.Ed. CELDC, CCTDC, CLC

10:35 AM - 11:20 PM

Defining Your Own Career Path

Gain insights and strategies to navigate the various paths towards career growth, equipping you with the tools to effectively take control of your pathway and obtain success within the OEHS field. 

Speaker:

Jacqueline Handy, MBA, CHST

11:35 AM - 12:20 PM

Leveraging AI, Technology and Innovative Tools in OEHS

Discover the nexus of AI and emerging technologies with the OEHS field and how the ever-changing landscape provides potential to transform the industry

Speakers:

Arianna Howard

Mwangi Ndonga, CIH, CSP, CHMM

Connect with fellow attendees over a meal for an opportunity to network, reflect, and grow. 

01:20 PM - 02:20 PM

Panel: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in OEHS – The Critical Competence and its Impact on Work Performance

Emotional intelligence involves recognizing and managing one’s emotions while navigating relationships with empathy. It is a key asset for leaders, helping them regulate their emotions and effectively address others' needs. This session will explore how emotional intelligence enhances leadership and how OEHS professionals can specifically leverage emotional intelligence to balance authenticity and success while leading with impact.

Panelists:

Georgia Bryce-Hutchinson

Julius Rhodes, SPHR

Kailei Carr

02:25 PM - 03:10 PM

Best Practices to Handle an OSHA Inspection

This session will provide an insight look from the perspective of a seasoned OSHA and Workplace Safety Employment Attorney. This session will explore the current regulatory landscape and OSHA’s aggressive stance in the face of potential deregulatory efforts.

Speaker:

Phil C. Bauknight

03:25 PM – 04:10 PM

Senior OEHS Leaders Roundtable

Join fellow OEHS professionals for an interactive roundtable discussion led by a senior industry leader, focused on the most pressing and emerging issues shaping the future of safety, health, and environmental (SHE) practices.

04:15 PM - 05:15 PM

Creating Your Personal Brand

In today’s competitive world, establishing a strong personal brand is essential for standing out and advancing your career. In this session, we’ll explore strategies to communicate your brand effectively and stand out in today’s competitive landscape. You'll learn how to define and build a personal brand that highlights your unique strengths and values. Whether starting fresh or refining your image, this session will provide actionable tools to help you craft and showcase your personal brand.

Speaker:

Monique Parker, CSP

Come join the BOLD community for happy hour and choose your own adventure for evening activities.