Caryle Blondell, CEO, Statcode
Statcode was founded with a simple mission: to bridge the data gap between major tech companies and other companies by making data science affordable for everyone. Our focus is on proving solutions that are unique to our client's needs. We organized a company based on our passion for data science as well as the need for leadership in the industry. Many companies are collecting the incorrect data to solve their business problems. With the daily increase in data and the seemingly never-ending frustration has led us to a solution. In the race to become more data-driven, there is a consensus that "garbage in" in terms of primary data results in "garbage out" of final data quality. Our emphasis is placed on the quality of data being used. This leads to actionable insight yielding quality results.
Tim Coffey, Licensed Electrician, Electrical Safety Specialist, The El Group, Inc.
Mr. Coffey serves as the Lead Electrical Safety Specialist and Training Instructor with The EI Group, Inc. (EI). He possesses over 25 years of professional experience in occupational safety and training course instruction. In his role with EI, Mr. Coffey travels to client locations throughout the United States performing arc flash assessments and delivering NFPA 70E training course content. At EI, Mr. Coffey has conducted Job Hazard Analyses and Mock OSHA Inspections as well as developed written safety programs for clients to include Lockout/Tagout and Fall Protection. He has also performed arc flash analysis using SKM modeling software to calculate safe working distances and recommend proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). His training expertise consists of Arc Flash/NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, Aerial Lift, Power Industrial Truck, Electrical Safety and OSHA 10 and 30 Hour for General and Construction Industries. Recently, Mr. Coffey has been working closely with Grainger, Inc. in multiple markets across the country providing Arc Flash services and training to their clients. He was invited to present a 4-hour NFPA 70E electrical safety seminar at the prestigious 2016 Grainger Show in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Coffey's representative clients include Piedmont Natural Gas (Electrical & NFPA 70E Development of Training Seminars), Rehrig Pacific (Arc Flash Analysis for multiple locations across the country), Duke Energy (Electrical Program Overview, Supreme Mid-Atlantic (Arc Flash Analysis), McCormick’s (OSHA 30 Hour in General Industry) and Lennox Industries (NFPA 70E Arc Flash Training). Prior to joining EI, Mr. Coffey served as an Account Executive with a national electrical contractor for clients with locations throughout North America offering services in arc flash, infrared inspections, preventative maintenance as well as arc flash training. Mr. Coffey was also an Electrical Project Superintendant, providing oversight on new construction projects. In this role, Tim ensured multiple on-site crews were installing proper equipment in a timely manner and managed day-to-day operations to meet overall project budget goals.
Chantell Foley, Associate, Fisher Phillips
Chantell Foley is an associate in the Louisville office of the law firm of Fisher Phillips, where her practice is devoted to advising and representing employers in all aspects of labor and employment law including charges of discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and other employment-related claims. Prior to joining the firm, Chantell was an attorney with the Kentucky Labor Cabinet, where she litigated Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) disputes in administrative courts. This experience allows Chantell to provide unique insight into workplace inspection procedures and the citation process. She is also equipped to provide employers with the best defense tactics when defending OSHA violations.
John Hughes, Manager, Public Affairs, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
John Hughes is the Manager of Public Affairs for the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. John joined the Kentucky Chamber in November of 2021, and in his role he is responsible for advocating for agriculture and small business policies. Prior to joining the Chamber, Hughes served as the Legislative Liaison for Kentucky’s 51st Attorney General Daniel Cameron. John also worked for Kentucky House Speaker David Osborne and served in various leadership roles with federal and statewide election campaigns. He is a 2018 graduate from the University of the Cumberlands. As a lifelong Kentuckian, he grew up in Brodhead and currently lives in Richmond.
Todd Logsdon, Esq., Partner and Co-Chair of Workplace Safety and Catastrophe Practice Group, Fisher Phillips
Mr. Logsdon represents employers in a variety of forums, including state and federal courts and before administrative agencies. Todd obtained his undergraduate degree from Murray State University, as well as his graduate degree in Occupational Safety and Health, and his law degree from the University of Louisville. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section, Occupational Safety and Health Committee, as well as the Indiana, Kentucky and Louisville Bar Associations. Todd is admitted to practice in Kentucky and Indiana state and federal courts, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Todd accrued many years of practical experience prior to beginning his legal career working in manufacturing with responsibilities for Human Resources and Safety. Todd lectures and advises employers on a variety of labor and employment topics, as well as OSHA issues.
Van Mitchell, Environmental, Safety & Security Manager, Logan Aluminum, Inc.
Van Mitchell is the Manager of Environmental, Safety & Security at Logan Aluminum Inc. in Russellville, KY. He oversees an EHS department that consists of 20 EHS and Security Professionals. He has 20 + years of experience in EHS and Loss Prevention roles, as well as 8 years of Operational Management experience. Mr. Mitchell holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management, as well as an Associates in Industrial Safety. He is a Certified Safety Professional. He has served on various NFPA technical committees related to combustible dust. Mr. Mitchell has also previously served as a member of the Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board. Van has many years of experience managing some of the most challenging heat-related hazards in the industry.
Bobbi K. Samples, CSP, Owner/Principal Consultant, The Safety Firm, LLC
Bobbi K. Samples is the Owner and Principal Consultant of The Safety Firm, LLC. This is the sixth business she has successfully imagined, created, owned and operated. She received her Business Management degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and has worked at the executive level within Fortune 500 companies in the areas of human resources and safety. Through The Safety Firm, LLC, Ms. Samples works with multiple industries including healthcare, manufacturing, and construction to help them manage, audit, train, and grow their safety program to higher levels. Ms. Samples is a Board Certified Safety Professional, and is consistently cited for her ability to teach important skills in ways that are enjoyable and effective.
Bill Simkins, CSP, Managing Partner, W.E. Simkins & Associates
Mr. Simkins has more than 38 years of applied occupational health and safety experience providing occupational health and safety management strategies to public and private sector business. Mr. Simkins was Director, of Environmental Health & Safety for PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay, North America operations, and his career includes 12 years as a commissioned US Army Medical Officer. He now leads Simkins & Associates, an EHS consulting practice, providing safety and health leadership and compliance strategies to his customers. Over this career Mr. Simkins has been recognized by industry and OSHA for developing strategic, practical safety & health management and compliance programs across multiple business sectors. Mr. Simkins has a B.S. in Public Health, and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Kentucky. He is a Board-Certified, Safety Professional, a Registered Environmental Professional, a professional member of the American Society of Safety Professionals and an associate member of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
Barry Spurlock, Esq., CSP, Associate Professor/Attorney, Eastern Kentucky University
Barry S. Spurlock is an Associate Professor of safety at Eastern Kentucky University, a practicing attorney and founding partner of Safety Change Agents. Prior to being a full-time faculty member at EKU, Barry practiced law and devoted a significant amount of his practice to representing and advising employers on employment law and OSHA matters. Barry also worked for over 16 years as a safety and environmental professional in the steel, food and insurance industries. He also served as an adjunct faculty for Indiana University for over a decade, and while there, developed one of the first courses on safety performance measurement to be offered at any university. Barry holds a BS in Industrial Safety and Risk Management and a MS in Loss Prevention and Safety Administration, both from Eastern Kentucky University. He also holds a Juris Doctor from Northern Kentucky University.
David Stumbo, Ed.D., OHST, CSP, Associate Professor, Eastern Kentucky University
Dr. David Stumbo is an Associate Professor in Eastern Kentucky University’s College of Justice, Safety & Military Science, where he serves as Internship Coordinator for occupational safety students. He is Director and co-founder of the EKU Center for Total Worker Health ® and Director of Programs for the Louisville Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals. David has worked in occupational safety & health for over 20 years in the public and private sectors and continues to work as a consultant in the field.
Rae Lynn Whitehouse, OHST, Acting Director KYSAFE
Mrs. Whitehouse is the Acting Director for the Division of Occupational Safety and Health Education and Training, also known as KYSAFE. KYSAFE provides cost free, confidential consultative and training services to Kentucky employers and employees. She graduated from Murray State University with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health. Lynn has been a Labor Cabinet employee for twenty-five (25) years serving in various roles including Industrial Hygienist Compliance Officer and Industrial Hygiene Branch Manager. She also serves on the Kentucky Safety and Health Network, Inc. Board of Directors.
Chad Zimlich, Associate, Fisher Phillips
Mr. Zimlich helps businesses comply with their employment law obligations and defends them when claims arise, keeping in mind their long-term strategic goals. Chad obtained his Master’s in Business Administration from Bellarmine University, and his law degree from Wake Forest University, where he served as an Articles Editor with the Wake Forest Law Review. With experience in private practice, as a prosecutor in Louisville-Jefferson County, and as a staff attorney for the Franklin County Circuit Court, Chad works with clients to anticipate, avoid, and efficiently resolve matters before they become costly, time-consuming crises. His litigation experience also includes complex, multiparty suits involving large public and private entities, as well as healthcare and environmental cases.