Keynote Speakers

Opening Session

Monday, October 26, 2009

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Chapin Theater, Orange County Convention Center (Level 3 of the West Concourse)

Janet Froetscher President & CEO, National Safety Council

Howard Putnam Former CEO, Southwest and Braniff Airlines and Group VP Marketing, United Airlines Successful Strategies Through Turbulence In order to survive and thrive through turbulence, a leader must transform knowledge of their business into a clear and concise vision.  Once accomplished, cultures can be created to support the vision which will result in an improved bottom line.  Following this principle, Howard Putnam has successfully led organizations to survive and thrive through turbulence and will share his story during the Opening Session.

Executive Forum

Monday, October 26, 2009

10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Chapin Theater, Orange County Convention Center (Level 3 of the West Concourse)

The Role of EHS in an Economic Downturn - How Do We Deal with the Conditions of the Economy Strategically?

The Executive Forum is part of the "Executive Edge Track" which addresses timely and relevant EHS concerns.  The 2009 Executive Forum features a panel of leading business executives discussing the importance of EHS during challenging economic times and its value to business vitality in any market conditions.     Colonel James Grace Director of Safety, United States Marine Corps   Peter Knollmeyer Executive Vice President & COO, Fluor Hanford Mike Murray   President & CEO,     First Group America, Inc.   Greg Hale Vice President and Chief Safety Officer,  The Walt Disney Company (Moderator)

Executive Breakfast (by invite only)

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

As part of the Executive Edge track, the Executive Breakfast provides a platform for direct leadership dialogue and exchange of ideas among organizational leaders in various operations. This year's event focuses on achieving operational excellence and competitive advantage through EHS management.  Our distinguished Panelists will share hwy and how their organizations continue to invest resources in strengthening and integrating their EHS system; and, how you, as a leader, may influence other decision-makers to shift from a compliance mindset to an excellence mindset. An extended Q&A session provides an opportunity for you to join in the exploration of specific leadership attributes in EHS and key factors that are critical in achieving EHS excellence while sharpening your organization's competitive edge.

Joseph J. Angello Director, Readiness Programming & Assessment U.S. Department of Defense   William R. Williams Vice President, Health, Safety & Environment Maersk Inc. William Bozzo Vice President & Director, Environmental Safety and Health DynMcDermott Petroleum Operations (Moderator)

Motivational Keynote

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Chapin Theater, Orange County Convention Center (Level 3 of the West Concourse)

The Human Side of Injury Prevention

Two of this country's most powerful and dynamic speakers have teamed up to teach the interpersonal dimension of Occupational Safety.  Scott Geller, a renowned professor of psychology, will summarize the research-based principles of psychology that are relevant to preventing unintentional injuries; while Charlie Morecraft, a world famous motivational speaker, will make the principles practical by relating them to real-life, personal experiences.

Scott Geller, PhD Senior Partner, Safety Performance Solutions   Charlie Morecraft President, Phoenix Safety Management

Occupational Keynote

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Chapin Theater, Orange County Convention Center (Level 3 of the West Concourse)

Occupational Safety and Health Under the Obama Administration

This presentation will be a two part program with an address from the U.S. Department of Labor's new Assistant Secretary for OSHA followed by a discussion amongst a panel of Safety leaders who have successfully managed OSHA offices at the federal and/or state levels.

Jordan Barab Acting Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health

The Honorable John Henshaw, M.P.H, C.I.H. President, Henshaw and Associates

John Howard, M.D. Director, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Coordinator, World Trade Center Health Program U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Michael Silverstein, M.D., M.P.H. Clinical Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health at the University of Washington School of Public Health and Owner of French Loop Associates (Moderator)

Leadership Keynote

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Chapin Theater, Orange County Convention Center (Level 3 of the West Concourse)

Freed from the Pirates Hands - Prepared for Crisis

Learn how Maersk's crisis management system trains, communicates and equips its employees and enabled the Maersk Alabama's captain and crew members to face unexpected and imminent danger and return to safety. William R. Williams   Vice President, Health, Safety & Environment      Maersk Inc.