David A. Ward's 34-year career is marked by unwavering dedication to health and safety. Starting in the U.S. Air Force at 17, he developed a passion for disaster preparedness. He then joined the Federal Bureau of Prisons, advancing to Occupational Health and Safety Manager and contributing to national safety reviews. Currently, as a Senior Safety Consultant at Sentry Insurance, David manages safety for over 30 clients. He has authored a best-selling book and is developing a children's safety coloring book. David also advocates for family CPR training and aims to become a motivational speaker and trainer, sharing his expertise to inspire communities.

With 34 years of experience in health and safety, Patrick Marcotte has built an impressive career as a Workers' Compensation Specialist at The Cincinnati Insurance Companies. His diverse background includes roles across various insurance carriers, agencies, and the manufacturing sector, where he implemented health and safety programs. Patrick holds degrees in occupational safety, industrial technology, and an MBA, alongside multiple certifications like the Certified Safety Professional (CSP).

Ben, a 43-year-old EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) professional from France, has dedicated his career to making workplaces safer and more sustainable. His educational background includes an engineering degree in Risk Prevention and Environment from the University of Grenoble and ongoing professional training at MIT in Sustainability Strategy. Ben's 20-year career spans roles in public service and private sectors, including positions at the Grenoble city mayor's office, French Atomic Research Center, and companies like AREVA, Alstom, and GE Vernova.

Mary Lucot, with 25+ years in health and safety, is Sanofi's Global Occupational Hygiene Expert. She enhances HSE programs worldwide and developed the Air Monitoring Strategy for Biologics.

How an unexpected career pivot led to a thriving career in occupational health and ergonomics