AI is often overhyped, leaving safety professionals skeptical. But behind the buzzword are practical tools that support—not replace—sound safety leadership. This session shows how AI can be a force multiplier for OHS professionals, enhancing decision-making, reducing admin burden, and identifying hidden risks. Featuring Avetta’s AskAva and other real-world applications, we’ll explore real-world applications that improve safety, compliance, and culture—today.
Location: North Coast A
Safety starts with people. This session dives into the evolving landscape of field safety, emphasizing the critical role of human-centered design in tools, processes, and culture. From subcontractor management to onsite orientations and field-level safety tools, we’ll explore how to build a workforce-first safety strategy that empowers every worker.
Location: North Coast B
Too often, siloed systems and fragmented data slow progress. This session explores how integrated platforms and connected data can streamline operations, boost supplier adoption, and improve visibility. Learn how aligning internal and external teams creates a more productive, compliant, and agile organization.
Location: Rail Yard A
Supplier onboarding is more than a checklist—it’s an opportunity to align processes, strengthen compliance, and drive efficiency. This session highlights onboarding best practices that foster collaboration between procurement, EHS, and operations teams. Walk away with strategies to improve supplier experiences and long-term performance.
Location: Rail Yard BC
Explore how you can leverage global regulatory trends to move beyond compliance to performance driven value creation, expanding your right to win in an increasingly complex risk management environment across EHS and ESG.
Location: North Coast A
Suppliers: Hear from other customers to learn how to stand out, speed up verification, and maintain completion in the Avetta Network. This session provides actionable tips to grow your presence, improve connections, and unlock opportunities. Plus, get an exclusive Vetify discount designed to make it easier than ever to get ready to work and stay ahead.
Location: North Coast B
When procurement and EHS teams work together, safety becomes a strategic advantage. This session explores how breaking down silos can reduce risk, elevate decision-making, and protect people throughout the supply chain. Learn from leaders who’ve built joint strategies to embed safety across every phase of the supplier lifecycle.
Location: Rail Yard A
Safety isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a business driver. This session goes beyond compliance to explore how organizations can quantify the return on safety investments. Using insights from value engineering content, we’ll show how proactive safety strategies reduce downtime, improve operational continuity, and deliver measurable ROI.
Location: Rail Yard BC
Find out how the Avetta-EWN integration gives you full, accurate visibility into your OQ data—instantly and without hassle.
Location: Piedmont
Arshad Matin, CEO of Avetta, will kick off the Summit by welcoming our valued customers and setting the tone for an action-packed event. He’ll share what Confidence Beyond Compliance means to Avetta and how it shapes our vision for the future.
The Grand Hyatt Nashville's Director of Loss Prevention, Michelle Warren, will brief attendees on the safety procedures of the property.
Speakers:
Arshad Matin – Chief Executive Officer - @Avetta
Michelle Warren - Director of Loss Prevention - @The Grand Hyatt Nashville
Location: Summit Ballroom
Avetta has led the way in contractor prequalification and safety for over 20 years. Now, as global supply chains evolve, we’re expanding beyond compliance to become a true partner in proactive risk enablement.
In this keynote, CRO Jeff Kristick shares how Avetta is helping companies integrate predictive insights, empower suppliers, and drive continuous improvement—building a dynamic, adaptive safety system for the future.
Speaker:
Jeff Kristick – Chief Revenue Officer - @Avetta
Location: Summit Ballroom
Join Avetta’s Chief Product Officer, Dawn Andre, and VP of Product Management, Natashya Narkiewicz, for a strategic look at how Avetta is advancing platform capabilities to support the evolving needs of health and safety, operations, sourcing, supply chain, and field teams.
This session highlights how AI is being used to assist and advise users, enabling smarter decisions, improved safety readiness, and greater operational efficiency.
See live demonstrations of AI-powered capabilities to ‘assist’ and ‘advise’ users, new supplier connection management tools, the industry-first Safety Maturity Index, powerful audit insights, and new features that elevate field safety and business risk management.
Discover how Avetta is building the future of work—safer, smarter, and more connected.
Speakers:
Dawn Andre – Chief Product Officer - @Avetta
Natashya Narkiewicz – Vice President, Product Management - @Avetta
Location: Summit Ballroom
This Q&A-driven panel highlights why the Safety Maturity Index (SMI) matters for organizations aiming to improve health and safety.
Moderated by Scott DeBow, Avetta’s safety leader, the session features Vineesh Kapoor (SMI Product Leader), Paul Leonard (HSE Executive and SMI customer), and Jennifer Feeler (Health & Safety Leader).
They’ll discuss why SMI was developed, how it uncovers risks, and how it drives strategy, collaboration, and trust. Business leaders and safety professionals will gain insights to use SMI for proactive decisions and stronger relationships.
Speakers:
Scott DeBow – Principal, Strategic Risk and Safety Advisory - @Avetta
Paul Leonard – Principal - @SinoCelt
Jennifer Feeler – Safety, Health & Environment Support Manager - @Sunbelt Rentals
Location: Summit Ballroom
Today’s workforce is more complex than ever—blending full-time employees with contractors, subcontractors, and layered supply chains that span industries and geographies. In this environment, leaders are challenged to go beyond checklists and build true cultures of care and accountability.
Lorraine Martin, President and CEO of the National Safety Council, will share a data-backed perspective on the evolving state of workplace safety and highlight the Council’s partnership with Avetta on the Safety Maturity Index (SMI)—a groundbreaking framework designed to help organizations assess, benchmark, and continuously improve their safety programs.
Drawing from the latest NSC research and her own leadership experience, Lorraine will explore how companies can build confidence beyond compliance, even as workforce models grow more decentralized.
Speaker:
Lorraine Martin – Chief Executive Officer - @National Safety Council (NSC)
Location: Summit Ballroom
AI in Safety: How AI Enhances Safety Leadership and Compliance Without the Hype
AI is often overhyped, leaving safety professionals skeptical. But behind the buzzword are practical tools that support—not replace—sound safety leadership. This session shows how AI can be a force multiplier for OHS professionals, enhancing decision-making, reducing admin burden, and identifying hidden risks. Featuring Avetta’s AskAva and other real-world applications, we’ll explore real-world applications that improve safety, compliance, and culture—today
Speakers:
Vineesh Kapoor - Product Director - @Avetta
Wyatt Bradbury - Principal, Health & Safety - @Avetta
Tim Oliver - Product Director, Analytics - @Avetta
Location: North Coast A
Field Safety and the Importance of People
Safety starts with people. This session dives into the evolving landscape of field safety, emphasizing the critical role of human-centered design in tools, processes, and culture. From subcontractor management to onsite orientations and field-level safety tools, we’ll explore how to build a workforce-first safety strategy that empowers every worker.
Speakers:
Scott DeBow - Director, Health & Safety - @Avetta
Addie Alonso - Solution Engineer - @Avetta
Location: North Coast B
Connecting Platforms and Data to Increase Productivity
Too often, siloed systems and fragmented data slow progress. This session explores how integrated platforms and connected data can streamline operations, boost supplier adoption, and improve visibility. Learn how aligning internal and external teams creates a more productive, compliant, and agile organization.
Speakers:
Natashya Narkiewicz - VP Product Management - @Avetta
Andres Villalba - Sr. Specialist, SCM Center of Excellence - @Cheniere Energy
Seth Courtney - Manager, Supply Chain - @Cheniere Energy
Location: Rail Yard A
Drive Process Change through Onboarding Best Practices
Supplier onboarding is more than a checklist—it’s an opportunity to align processes, strengthen compliance, and drive efficiency. This session highlights onboarding best practices that foster collaboration between procurement, EHS, and operations teams. Walk away with strategies to improve supplier experiences and long-term performance.
Speakers:
Brendan York - Sr. Director, Global Client Onboarding - @Avetta
Geoff Goodman - Principal, Solution Delivery - @Avetta
Shirley Malean - Operational Services Manager - @Harris
Location: Rail Yard BC
Around the World: Expanding Compliance Globally
Explore how you can leverage global regulatory trends to move beyond compliance to performance driven value creation, expanding your right to win in an increasingly complex risk management environment across EHS and ESG.
Speakers:
Katie Martin - Director, Sustainability - @Avetta
Scott DeBow - Director, Health & Safety - @Avetta
Angela Jhanji - Managing Director, Sustainability - @EQT
Location: North Coast A
Maximizing Your Value as a Supplier: Increasing Visibility & Velocity
Suppliers: Hear from other customers to learn how to stand out, speed up verification, and maintain completion in the Avetta Network. This session provides actionable tips to grow your presence, improve connections, and unlock opportunities. Plus, get an exclusive Vetify discount designed to make it easier than ever to get ready to work and stay ahead.
Speakers:
Tyler Urrea - Director, Supplier Services - @Avetta
Summer Jowett - Director, Supplier Relationships - @Avetta
Charlene Bowman, SCMP - Director, Strategic Sourcing - @BGIS
Jennifer Feeler - Safety, Health, & Environment Support Manager - @Sunbelt Rentals
Location: North Coast B
All-In on Safety: How Procurement & EHS Build a Shared Culture
When procurement and EHS teams work together, safety becomes a strategic advantage. This session explores how breaking down silos can reduce risk, elevate decision-making, and protect people throughout the supply chain. Learn from leaders who’ve built joint strategies to embed safety across every phase of the supplier lifecycle.
Speakers:
Wyatt Bradbury - Principal, Health and Safety - @Avetta
Caldwell Hart - Principal, Procurement Supply Chain Mgmt - @Avetta
Emmanual Alaya - Manager, Solution Engineering - @Avetta
Location: Rail Yard A
Beyond Compliance: The ROI of Continuous Operations
Safety isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a business driver. This session goes beyond compliance to explore how organizations can quantify the return on safety investments. Using insights from value engineering content, we’ll show how proactive safety strategies reduce downtime, improve operational continuity, and deliver measurable ROI.
Speakers:
Sarah Blevins - Sr. Director, Solution Engineering - @Avetta
Leah Morelos - VP, Client Success - @Avetta
Elliott Yama - Director, Product Marketing - @Avetta
Location: Rail Yard BC
Streamline Your OQ Program with the Avetta-EWN Partnership
Find out how the Avetta-EWN integration gives you full, accurate visibility into your OQ data—instantly and without hassle.
Speakers:
Chris Isaacson - Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) - @Energy WorldNet (EWN)
Location: Piedmont
Gain valuable insights by attending our customer panel discussion. Hear firsthand experiences, success stories and feedback directly from our esteemed panel.
Presenters:
Abid Yousuf - Chief Customer Officer - @Avetta
Aaron Gerrets - Contracts & Procurement Manager - @Vertex
Daragh O'Malley - Corporate Health Safety & Environmental Specialist - @IKO
Colby Davis - Director, Safety - @Ervin Cable
Kimberly Patch - Health Safety & Environmental Coordinator - @LSPI
AI in Safety: How AI Enhances Safety Leadership and Compliance Without the Hype
AI is often overhyped, leaving safety professionals skeptical. But behind the buzzword are practical tools that support—not replace—sound safety leadership. This session shows how AI can be a force multiplier for OHS professionals, enhancing decision-making, reducing admin burden, and identifying hidden risks. Featuring Avetta’s AskAva and other real-world applications, we’ll explore real-world applications that improve safety, compliance, and culture—today
Speakers:
Vineesh Kapoor - Product Director - @Avetta
Wyatt Bradbury - Principal, Health & Safety - @Avetta
Tim Oliver - Product Director, Analytics - @Avetta
Location: North Coast A
Field Safety and the Importance of People
Safety starts with people. This session dives into the evolving landscape of field safety, emphasizing the critical role of human-centered design in tools, processes, and culture. From subcontractor management to onsite orientations and field-level safety tools, we’ll explore how to build a workforce-first safety strategy that empowers every worker.
Speakers:
Scott DeBow - Director, Health & Safety - @Avetta
Addie Alonso - Solution Engineer - @Avetta
Location: North Coast B
Connecting Platforms and Data to Increase Productivity
Too often, siloed systems and fragmented data slow progress. This session explores how integrated platforms and connected data can streamline operations, boost supplier adoption, and improve visibility. Learn how aligning internal and external teams creates a more productive, compliant, and agile organization.
Speakers:
Natashya Narkiewicz - VP Product Management - @Avetta
Andres Villalba - Sr. Specialist, SCM Center of Excellence - @Cheniere Energy
Seth Courtney - Manager, Supply Chain - @Cheniere Energy
Location: Rail Yard A
Drive Process Change through Onboarding Best Practices
Supplier onboarding is more than a checklist—it’s an opportunity to align processes, strengthen compliance, and drive efficiency. This session highlights onboarding best practices that foster collaboration between procurement, EHS, and operations teams. Walk away with strategies to improve supplier experiences and long-term performance.
Speakers:
Brendan York - Sr. Director, Global Client Onboarding - @Avetta
Geoff Goodman - Principal, Solution Delivery - @Avetta
Shirley Malean - Operational Services Manager - @Harris
Location: Rail Yard BC
Cowboy Cocktail Attire
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the standout achievements of our customers and partners.
The evening kicks off with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 PM, followed by a seated dinner and the announcement of our 2025 Customer Award finalists and winners.
The celebration continues with a special “Writer’s Round” performance by Nashville hitmakers Tim James and Tia Sillers.
Dress code: Cowboy Cocktail
Culture change is often the hardest part of any safety initiative, but it's also the most enduring. This open-invite breakfast session brings together influential voices in the safety and risk management space to discuss what it truly takes to lead lasting change.
Join us for a two-part format, where you will first hear insights from a panel of key leaders shaping the future of safety across industries. Then, join us for a small group table discussion to dive deeper into themes of leadership, culture, and innovation.
Panelists include:
Gretchen Eischen – Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) - @Avetta
Dawn Andre – Chief Product Officer (CPO) - @Avetta
Lorraine Martin – Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - @National Safety Council (NSC)
Jennifer McNeely – Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - @American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
Location: Main Summit Ballroom
In today’s volatile environment, workplace safety is no longer just about compliance — it’s a driver of workforce stability, operational excellence and business reputation. Drawing on insights from ASSP’s 2025 Corporate Listening Tour, this session reveals how leading organizations are embedding safety into business strategy, leveraging data for proactive risk management, and strengthening cultures through leadership and engagement. Whether you’re in HR, safety, procurement or operations, discover how courageous collaboration and a people-first mindset are reshaping the future of work.
Speaker:
Jennifer McNelly – Chief Executive Officer - @American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
Location: Summit Ballroom
Avetta’s expertise—grounded in verified data and guided by industry-leading subject matter experts—is shaping the future of risk and safety management.
In this session, Katie Martin, Director of Sustainability, and Scott DeBow, Director of Health & Safety, will share how trusted insights are helping both suppliers and clients advance their programs, respond to emerging challenges, and lead their industries with confidence.
Speakers:
Katie Martin – Director, Sustainability & Innovation - @Avetta
Scott DeBow – Principal, Strategic Risk and Safety Advisory - @Avetta
Location: Summit Ballroom
Join Cory Buchanan, SVP of Global Customer Sales, and Leah Morelos, Avetta’s new VP of Client Success, for a look at how we’re investing in our customers through smarter support, actionable insights, and expert guidance.
This session will highlight key Voice of the Customer learnings, how we’re leveraging AI and Subject Matter expertise, and the solutions we deliver to help clients and suppliers move faster, reduce risk, and lead with confidence.
Speakers:
Cory Buchanan – SVP Global Account Management - @Avetta
Leah Morelos – VP Client Success - @Avetta
Location: Summit Ballroom
In this session, Eric Olsen, Rich Eddy, and Brittany Powers will share how Avetta is transforming the supplier journey with a more transparent, supportive, and value-driven approach.
We’ll unpack key Voice of the Supplier insights and hear how our Connection Management model and AI-powered tools are improving onboarding, enhancing compliance, and helping suppliers get to work faster.
Speakers:
Eric Olsen - SVP Supplier Engagement & Operations - @Avetta
Rich Eddy - VP Customer Support - @Avetta
Brittany Powers - Product Director - @Avetta
Location: Summit Ballroom
A candid fireside chat with Cushman & Wakefield’s Damilola Jaiyeoba and Avetta’s Austin Burch on how recognizing the supplier as a customer has helped reshape internal collaboration across procurement, operations, and safety.
Learn how Cushman & Wakefield is building stronger alignment between departments and leveraging Avetta’s API integrations and data insights to streamline supplier onboarding, improve accountability, and support enterprise growth.
Speakers:
Damilola Jaiyeoba – VP, Head of Procurement Technology & Operations - @Cushman & Wakefield
Austin Burch – Key Account Manager - @Avetta
Location: Summit Ballroom
Around the World: Expanding Compliance Globally
Explore how you can leverage global regulatory trends to move beyond compliance to performance driven value creation, expanding your right to win in an increasingly complex risk management environment across EHS and ESG.
Speakers:
Katie Martin - Director, Sustainability - @Avetta
Scott DeBow - Director, Health & Safety - @Avetta
Angela Jhanji - Managing Director, Sustainability - @EQT
Location: North Coast A
Maximizing Your Value as a Supplier: Increasing Visibility & Velocity
Suppliers: Hear from other customers to learn how to stand out, speed up verification, and maintain completion in the Avetta Network. This session provides actionable tips to grow your presence, improve connections, and unlock opportunities. Plus, get an exclusive Vetify discount designed to make it easier than ever to get ready to work and stay ahead.
Speakers:
Tyler Urrea - Director, Supplier Services - @Avetta
Summer Jowett - Director, Supplier Relationships - @Avetta
Charlene Bowman, SCMP - Director, Strategic Sourcing - @BGIS
Jennifer Feeler - Safety, Health, & Environment Support Manager - @Sunbelt Rentals
Location: North Coast B
All-In on Safety: How Procurement & EHS Build a Shared Culture
When procurement and EHS teams work together, safety becomes a strategic advantage. This session explores how breaking down silos can reduce risk, elevate decision-making, and protect people throughout the supply chain. Learn from leaders who’ve built joint strategies to embed safety across every phase of the supplier lifecycle.
Speakers:
Wyatt Bradbury - Principal, Health and Safety - @Avetta
Caldwell Hart - Principal, Procurement Supply Chain Mgmt - @Avetta
Emmanual Alaya - Manager, Solution Engineering - @Avetta
Location: Rail Yard A
Beyond Compliance: The ROI of Continuous Operations
Safety isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a business driver. This session goes beyond compliance to explore how organizations can quantify the return on safety investments. Using insights from value engineering content, we’ll show how proactive safety strategies reduce downtime, improve operational continuity, and deliver measurable ROI.
Speakers:
Sarah Blevins - Sr. Director, Solution Engineering - @Avetta
Leah Morelos - VP, Client Success - @Avetta
Elliott Yama - Director, Product Marketing - @Avetta
Location: Rail Yard BC
Lunch, Listening, and Learning
Invitation Only: Join fellow suppliers and Avetta changemakers for a collaborative lunch event. We’re hosting open, honest roundtable discussions to hear your ideas, gather your feedback, and shape what's next—together.
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We've secured a discounted rate for attendees at our host hotel, the Grand Hyatt Nashville. Guest rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so book early to ensure you secure your room no later than May 16th, 2025.
Contracts & Procurement Manager,
Vertex
Aaron Gerrets is a seasoned Contracts and Procurement Manager with nearly 15 years of supply chain leadership in the Oil & Gas industry. He recently led the contracts, procurement, and warehouse functions through the transition from a global energy company to a leaner regional player—assuming over 200 contracts, right-sizing the organization, and ensuring continuity. Aaron currently oversees supply chain operations for Vertex’s 91,000 BPD refinery in Mobile, AL, driving strategic sourcing, cost savings, and vendor compliance. Known for implementing tools like Avetta, he has earned industry recognition for operational excellence and innovation.
Chief Customer Officer,
Avetta
Abid Yousuf serves as Chief Customer Officer at Avetta, where he leads the integration of customer support and professional services into a unified post-sales organization. With over 20 years of experience in supply chain and commercial leadership, including roles at Fortune 100 energy companies, Abid specializes in driving operational transformation and customer success. He also teaches supply chain management as executive faculty at the University of Oklahoma.
Solution Engineer,
Avetta
Addie Alonso is a Solution Engineer at Avetta with over six years of experience in helping organizations manage third-party and contractor risks through innovative software solutions. Passionate about her customers, she has a strong background in customer success and account management. Addie brings a unique perspective to her work, helping clients identify challenges and discover how software can streamline their supply chains across various industries.
Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Center of Excellence
Cheniere Energy
Andres Villalba is a seasoned supply chain professional with over a decade of end-to-end experience across multiple industries. Currently serving as a Senior Specialist in the Supply Chain Center of Excellence at Cheniere Energy, Andres has led initiatives spanning category management, supplier management, operational excellence, risk mitigation, analytics, and process improvement.
His career includes supply chain roles at top organizations such as Schlumberger, Sysco, Alvarez & Marsal, Calpine, Cameron, and others—giving him hands-on exposure to sectors including oil & gas (upstream and midstream), food service distribution, consumer technology, and power generation.
Andres is also well-versed in sourcing, supply & demand planning, and consulting, and he brings a strategic lens to everything from supplier relationships to enterprise-wide planning.
Outside of work, Andres enjoys rock climbing, traveling, and cheering on Houston sports teams.
Managing Director, Sustainability,
EQT
Angela joined EQT Partners in April 2022 to lead Sustainability Integration for EQT's Private Capital business line. Her role is to drive sustainability value creation through the investment lifecycle by supporting ESG due diligence and the portfolio company integration of sustainability into the full potential plan.
Angela spent over a decade and a half as an operator helping companies to realize sustainability value creation through growth and efficiency levers at Accenture Strategy and Grant Thornton. She has worked with public and private companies in the sectors of healthcare, software, technology, professional services and consumer goods in both the UK and United States. Angela has also worked international bodies such as the World Economic Forum, World Bank and United Nations to drive the sustainability agenda at the intergovernmental level.
Angela graduated from Columbia University from School of International Public Affairs with a Masters in Public Administration, where she now teaches as an adjunct professor at the Climate School on the topic of Sustainability Value Creation in Private Markets.
Chief Executive Officer,
Avetta
Arshad Matin is CEO of Avetta, where he leads the company’s mission to advance safety, sustainability, and compliance across global supply chains. He brings decades of leadership experience, including previous roles as CEO of Paradigm and senior executive positions at Symantec, BindView, and McKinsey & Company. Arshad also serves on the boards of ASGN Incorporated, Texas Children’s Hospital, Houston Endowment, and Asia Society Texas Center.
Key Account Manager,
Avetta
Austin Burch is a Key Account Manager at Avetta, where he leads strategic partnerships with some of the company’s largest enterprise clients. With over a decade of experience in strategic sales and client relationship management, Austin specializes in helping global organizations navigate supply chain risk, safety, and sustainability.
He works closely with executive stakeholders to align Avetta’s solutions with business priorities and drive long-term customer value across complex, high-risk industries.
Sr. Director, Global Client Onboarding,
Avetta
Brendan York leads Avetta’s global client onboarding operations, focusing on aligning internal teams and streamlining processes to enhance the supplier experience. Since joining Avetta in 2017, he has advanced through roles in supplier sales and onboarding leadership. Brendan brings a strong background in operational execution and cross-functional collaboration, helping clients accelerate risk management outcomes through efficient onboarding practices.
Director, Product Management,
Avetta
Brittany leads Avetta's product strategy for platform experiences related to registration and onboarding, billing and payments, and managing connections. With over 10 years of experience, she focuses on identifying user pain points and creating intuitive, transparent solutions through data-centric approaches. Outside of work, Brittany enjoys traveling the world with her husband and daughter or relaxing at home with a good crochet project.
Principal, Procurement Supply Chain Management,
Avetta
Caldwell is an experienced supply chain and procurement executive having held senior roles including Chief Procurement Officer and Head of Supply Chain. He served companies of various sizes including Fortune 500s and a large private WBE. His career spans multiple industry sectors including Aerospace, Commercial, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Equipment, Semiconductor and Distribution. His responsibilities included S&IOP, Sourcing and Category Management (Indirect/Direct), Operational Purchasing, Risk Management, Supplier Performance, Supplier Quality, and Compliance among others. His organizations supported both OEM operations on a global level as well as aftermarket services covering the entire product life cycle. He has deep knowledge of the challenges facing organizations including scaling, capacity building, product life cycle, M&A, talent management, and regulatory. His focus includes sustainable procurement and ESG strategies, SCM/Procurement optimization, Risk Management, and application of enabling technology to drive impactful improvements to Cost, Quality, Lead-Times, OTD, and Working Capital. He understands how to gain efficiency and results through people, process, and technology.
Caldwell holds an MBA from the Darden Graduate School of Business at UVA. He earned his BA from Washington & Lee University.
Director, Strategic Sourcing,
BGIS Global Integrated Solutions LP
Charlene is a tenacious, charismatic, passionate, and collaborative business professional with more than 15 years’ experience in procurement. She currently manages sourcing activities at BGIS for NA and UK with focus on vendor support, transitions, acquisitions/mergers, corporate services and initiatives, as well as special projects. Always finding ways to be more efficient and innovative in daily tasks, Charlene is a key contributor to the support and achievement of the overall team goals and outcomes to achieve best possible results.
In addition to her SCMP designation, she is currently an Executive MBA candidate with Athabasca University. She also holds a diploma in Police and Security as well as a Business Certificate from the University of Alberta.
She enjoys everything that she invests her time in and when not at work she loves spending time with her family, friends, and giving back to the community. Charlene is actively involved in coaching volleyball club.
Chief Revenue Officer,
Energy WorldNet (EWN)
Chris Isaacson, Chief Revenue Officer, has over 15 years of experience in the safety and compliance industry. At EWN, Chris manages relationships with clients, associations, and industry professionals with the utmost of care. Partnering with companies, Chris has been able to create great value across many industry verticals through his keen attention to detail and desire to engage, both professionally and personally, with his contacts. From implementing tailored solutions for startup companies, all the way up to unique enterprise applications, Chris has seen and done it all. Chris’ consistent goal is to save teams an extensive amount of time and money while making everyone safer in the process. Chris holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Oklahoma State University. Further, he achieved his Kepner-Tregoe Project Management and Six Sigma certificates while working with companies in Italy.
Safety Director,
Ervin Cable Construction, LLC
Colby Davis is an accomplished safety leader with over a decade of experience in engineering and risk management. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering with a Safety Emphasis from Murray State University and was commissioned as an Engineering Officer in the U.S. Army in 2012.
Colby earned his Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation in 2015 and is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE). He is a four-time recipient of the Governor’s Safety Award and a four-time recipient of the U.S. Army Itschner Award, which recognizes excellence in military engineering.
His military honors include the Meritorious Service Medal and Overseas Combat Ribbons, and he is a qualified Army Parachutist. Colby also serves on the board of the National Guard Association of Kentucky (NGAKY).
In his current role as Safety Director at Ervin Cable Construction, Colby leads initiatives to enhance workforce safety and operational compliance across large-scale infrastructure projects.
SVP, Global Account Management,
Avetta
Cory Buchanan leads Avetta’s global account management team, working closely with clients around the world to strengthen supply chain performance and reduce operational risk. With over a decade at Avetta and 15+ years in the industry, he brings deep expertise in contractor compliance, customer success, and global account strategy.
VP & Head of Procurement Technology & Operations,
Cushman & Wakefiel
VP & Head of Procurement Technology & Operations, Cushman & Wakefield A transformational global procurement executive, Damilola Jaiyeoba, brings over 20 years of experience driving strategy, innovation, and operational excellence across Fortune 500 organizations. As Vice President of Procurement at Cushman & Wakefield, she has built high-performing teams, led the implementation of cutting-edge procurement technologies, and delivered impactful cost optimization and risk management initiatives on a global scale. Damilola’s leadership is defined by a collaborative, data-driven approach and a commitment to elevating organizational performance.
Prior to Cushman & Wakefield, Damilola held senior roles at Bank of America, Deloitte, KPMG, and Marriott International, where she spearheaded major change management, audit, and process improvement projects. Her expertise spans category management, supply chain transformation, technology enablement, and executive stakeholder engagement.
Damilola serves on the boards of Old Colony YMCA and BOW Collective, and is an active member of Chief and the Greater Boston Bankers Association. She holds a Master’s degree in Management from Harvard University and a Bachelor’s in Accounting from the University of Maryland, and is a certified PMP, CISA, and Certified Government Financial Manager.
Recognized for her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence, Damilola continues to champion innovation, inclusion, and sustainable impact in the procurement profession.
Chief Product Officer,
Avetta
Dawn Andre is the Chief Product Officer at Avetta, where she leads the company's product strategy to enhance safety, sustainability, and compliance across global supply chains. With over 25 years of experience in enterprise SaaS and B2B supply chain platforms, Dawn focuses on delivering AI-enabled solutions that improve operational resilience and efficiency. Her visionary approach aims to anticipate customer needs and drive meaningful outcomes through innovative, automated technology.
Director of Health, Safety and Environment,
IKO
With over 10 years of experience guiding national and international organizations toward HSE excellence, this dynamic leader champions behavior-based safety principles to drive cultural transformation and strengthen risk management. Skilled in designing and implementing safety programs that integrate industry best practices, they foster engagement and commitment at every level of the organization. Their expertise in cultural transformation empowers teams to adopt proactive safety measures, ensuring a resilient and sustainable safety culture across diverse operational landscapes.
Director of Product Marketing,
Avetta
Elliott leads product marketing at Avetta, where he helps customers better understand and manage third-party risk. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked with enterprise businesses across industries to improve operations and deliver measurable results.
A former consultant and seasoned executive, Elliott specializes in analytics-driven solutions that clearly demonstrate business value. He has held leadership roles at top supply chain risk management software companies and holds an MBA from Boston University.
Manager, Solution Engineering,
Avetta
Emmanuel Ayala manages Avetta’s global Solution Engineering team from his hometown of Dallas, TX. Bringing over 10 years of experience in technical roles, Emmanuel has driven organizational transformation through the adoption of technology with a client-focused mentality.
Having operated at the intersection of Business and Engineering since studying at Southern Methodist University (receiving both undergraduate and graduate degrees), Emmanuel is driven to collaborate with others to solve business challenges. At Avetta, this has resulted in the global rollout of programs that have increased partnerships between clients and their suppliers, driving more effective communication and aligned business results.
When off the clock, Emmanuel enjoys spending time with his family and relaxing with a good book or movie – recommendations welcome!
SVP, Supplier Engagement,
Avetta
Eric Olsen is the Senior Vice President of Supplier Engagement and Operations at Avetta, where he leads a global team focused on enhancing supplier relationships and streamlining operations to improve safety, sustainability, and compliance across supply chains. Since joining Avetta in 2014, Eric has played a pivotal role in the company's tenfold growth, recognized by Utah Business as a 40 Under 40 honoree in 2022. Before his tenure at Avetta, Eric served as a vice principal in underserved communities in Los Angeles and taught at the University of Santiago in Chile.
Principal, Solution Delivery,
Avetta
Over 25 years' progressive experience in technology strategy and systems implementation, working with global enterprise and mid-market companies where my focus is on technology and digital transformation, organizational design, change management and process improvement
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Chief Marketing Officer,
Avetta
Gretchen Eischen is the Chief Marketing Officer at Avetta, bringing over 20 years of experience in global technology marketing and SaaS customer success. Previously, she served as CMO at Icertis and held leadership roles at SAP, including CMO for SAP Ariba, SAP Fieldglass, and SAP Business Network brands.
Chief Revenue Officer,
Avetta
Jeff Kristick is the Chief Revenue Officer at Avetta, where he oversees global sales, marketing, and revenue operations. With over 25 years of experience in enterprise and SaaS sectors, Jeff has held leadership roles at TIBCO Software, including Senior Vice President of Sales for North America and Europe, and served as President of Meridian Knowledge Solutions. His background also includes positions at Oracle, SAP, SuccessFactors, Plateau Systems, and Siebel Systems. Jeff holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the United States Naval Academy and an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.
Safety, Health & Environment Support Manager,
Sunbelt Rentals
Jennifer Feeler plays a key role in driving Sunbelt Rentals North America’s safety and compliance program. With a strong passion for fostering relationships with clients and team members, she is dedicated to leading Sunbelt Rentals toward unparalleled safety excellence.
Chief Executive Officer,
American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
Jennifer McNelly, CAE, has served as CEO at the American Society of Safety Professionals since 2018. She has more than 30 years of association, government, regulatory and business experience. McNelly advances the organization’s mission to help its 35,000 members and their employers create safe work environments worldwide through the prevention of injuries, illnesses and fatalities.
Director, Sustainability,
Avetta
Blending experience in business development, product management, and client advisory, Katie brings over 15 years of experience leading businesses through ESG and sustainability transformations. She has designed, implemented, and assessed ESG and Sustainability programs for both Fortune 500s and startups at scale across a variety of sectors including mobility, manufacturing, waste management, consumer goods, and green tech.
Because upwards of 90% of ESG and sustainability impact occurs in supply chains, Katie joined leading global supply chain risk management firm, Avetta, in 2022. As the ESG & Sustainability leader at Avetta, Katie architect's solutions to address organizational goals across the supply chain (e.g. Scope 3, social risks), leveraging Avetta’s best in class platform to deliver transformative results and support supplier ESG compliance growth and maturity. Katie also leads the full lifecycle management for Avetta's ESG product and sales strategy.
Health Safety & Environmental Coordinator,
LSPI
Kim Patch is an HSE Coordinator at LiquidPower Specialty Products with six years of experience in health, safety, and environmental compliance. Her expertise lies in contractor management, ISO audits, and regulatory alignment, where she plays a key role in ensuring safe and compliant operations across multiple sites.
At LiquidPower, Kim is known for her attention to detail, collaborative approach, and commitment to continuous improvement in safety systems and audit readiness. She brings a practical perspective shaped by hands-on experience in the field and a strong understanding of compliance frameworks.
VP, Client Success,
Avetta
Leah Morelos is an accomplished customer success leader with over 15 years of experience in guiding high-performing CS teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes. As Vice President of Client Success at Avetta, Leah focuses on driving global customer retention, engagement, and growth through aligning client goals with tailored service delivery. Known for her operational expertise and performance-driven approach, Leah inspires her teams to deliver an exceptional client experience founded on accountability, high-impact training programs, and unwavering client advocacy. She holds a BS in Human & Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University, where she competed as a Division I Tennis athlete. This background helps her apply principles of change management, psychology, and discipline to effectively complete strategic internal and customer programs, with measurable results. Prior to joining Avetta, Leah held senior roles at dual-sided (client + supplier) supply chain technology platforms including Project44 and SourceDay, where she spearheaded customer experience transformation projects. Leah is passionate about mentoring emerging leaders and fostering a culture of positivity, curiosity, and innovation.
Chief Executive Officer,
National Safety Council (NSC)
Lorraine Martin is the president and CEO of the National Safety Council, America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate with a century-long legacy of eliminating preventable deaths and injuries in our workplaces and on our roadways.
Martin began her career as an officer in the U.S. Air Force. From there, she deepened her aerospace expertise as an executive at Lockheed Martin, where she led the largest defense aircraft program in history: the F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter. Throughout her 35-year career in aerospace, she made safety a top value. As leader of the National Safety Council for the last five years, she is passionate about helping people live their fullest lives, from the workplace to anyplace.
VP, Product Management,
Avetta
Natashya Narkiewicz, the Vice President of Product Management at Avetta, brings over 15 years of experience in understanding and addressing customer challenges. With a focus on Small to Medium Businesses (SMBs) and technology, Natashya leverages her expertise to help suppliers stay safe and enhance their collaboration with clients through Avetta's Connect platform.
Natashya's data-driven approach and her Bachelor's and MBA degrees from the University of Florida have propelled her success in customer-centric product management. She is recognized as a thought leader in SMB technology, having spoken at prominent forums such as the PGA-sponsored Small Business Summits, Groupon's SMB & SEO industry workshop, and the Product Mastery Now podcast.
Natashya's innate curiosity drives her dedication to solving problems and fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration at Avetta. When she's not immersed in work, she enjoys outdoor activities, coffee, solving puzzles, and cherishing time with her two children in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Principal,
SinoCelt LLC
Proud Irishman, married to Rachelle and father to 4 great kids.
Over 40 years’ experience in the chemicals and utilities industries including 26 years in operations and 14 years in EHS vice president roles.
To paraphrase Gandhi, I love to live every day like its my last, but have a passion to learn as if I will live forever. #zeroispossible.
VP, Customer Support,
Avetta
Rich is the Vice President of Customer Support at Avetta. After completing his Masters of Information Systems Management degree from Brigham Young University, he first worked for KPMG Accounting in their Orange County (CA) office as an IT auditor. His next move took him to Portland Oregon and Huron Consulting group where he joined their Hospital Clinical Operations software efforts. His role at Huron included designing, writing, and then supporting software to improve patient recovery and outcomes. He then came back to Utah for Domo to implement their software for clients, then launched their paid support offering, and culminated that journey by owning all of support globally. Rich joined Avetta in March of 2025 and is excited to bring his experience and customer-focus to this role at Avetta.
While he loved time in both California and Oregon, Rich loves being in Utah with his family and enjoys the ski slopes, camping, summer water sports.
Sr. Director, Solution Engineering,
Avetta
Sarah Blevins is the Senior Director of Solution Consulting at Avetta, where she leads a high-performing team dedicated to delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that drive safety, sustainability, and operational excellence across global supply chains. With nearly her entire career spent in supply chain risk management, safety innovation, and consultative solution design, Sarah has helped hundreds of organizations reduce operational risk while unlocking long-term value. Her leadership has been recognized industry-wide, most notably when she was honored with the 2024 Gold Stevie Award for Sales Engineer of the Year — a testament to her commitment to excellence and impact in the field. Known for cultivating a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement, Sarah believes that strong teams and stronger communication are the foundation of transformative outcomes. Her approach blends empathy with execution, ensuring that both clients and colleagues achieve meaningful results. Whether she’s guiding enterprise clients through complex challenges or mentoring the next generation of solution leaders, Sarah brings clarity, energy, and purpose to every engagement.
Director, Health & Safety,
Avetta
Scott DeBow, CSP, ARM currently serves as the Director of Health, Safety & Environmental for Avetta. With extensive experience in safety management, serious injury/fatality (SIF) intervention strategy and risk-based learning, Scott plays a pivotal role in driving Avetta's mission to create safe, more sustainable supply chains.
Scott has over 25 years of experience managing and advising on risk and occupational safety. In 2023, Scott was elected by his peers to serve as the Director-at-Large for the executive board of the American Society of Safety professionals (ASSP) and is an active member of the ANSI Z-10 Committee for Safety Management Systems.
Manager, Supply Chain,
Cheniere Energy
Seth is a born and raised Houstonian. He currently spearheads project execution and change management of the transformation roadmap for Cheniere Energy’s Supply Chain group, with a leadership position in their Center of Excellence division. After completing his Finance degree at Texas A&M, Seth focused on sourcing, contracts, supplier management, and category management in supply chains through varying industries within Houston, including stops at NASA and the Astros Baseball Club before spending the last 14+ years in the oil & gas industry with BP and Cheniere.
Operational Services Manager,
Harris
Shirley Malean is the Operational Services Manager at Harris, overseeing the centralized operational services, subcontracts, and licensing functions that support the company’s national and regional teams. Since joining Harris in 2020 as a Licensing Analyst, she has advanced through leadership roles, including Senior Licensing Analyst and Licensing + Contracts Manager. Her thorough understanding of Harris’ structure and expertise in cross-functional coordination plays a vital role in enhancing efficiency and standardization across the organization. Shirley brings a strong commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement to Harris.
Director, Retention and Renewals,
Avetta
Summer leads Avetta’s global supplier retention strategy, helping suppliers stay connected, grow their business, and get more value from the network. She’s passionate about creating simple, scalable experiences that turn renewals into long-term partnerships.
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Product Director, Analytics,
Avetta
Tim leads Avetta's product strategy for Analytics and Data Science. He has over 25 years of experience in enterprise SaaS and B2B supply chain solutions, predominantly in innovative startup and high growth companies, and he has been immersed in the rapid expansion of AI capabilities.
At Avetta, Tim is focused on the application of AI and analytics to help our customers gain deeper insights, make better informed decisions, and achieve efficiencies in their operations.
Director, Supplier Services,
Avetta
Tyler Urrea is Director of Supplier Services at Avetta, where he leads global support operations focused on making compliance easier and more intuitive for suppliers. With nearly a decade at Avetta, Tyler brings a deep understanding of both the technical and operational sides of the platform. He’s passionate about simplifying processes, removing friction, and helping teams deliver a support experience that’s not just efficient—but genuinely helpful.
Before stepping into his current role, Tyler built and led the Performance Management department, where he developed training programs, rolled out AI-driven support tools, and helped scale internal enablement.
Product Director,
Avetta
Vineesh Kapoor is a seasoned product and strategy leader with over 18 years of experience spanning product management, technology, and corporate development. He currently serves as the Director of Product Management at Avetta, where he leads initiatives focused on SaaS innovation, AI/LLM integration, and strategic partnerships.
Before his role at Avetta, Vineesh held key positions at Emerson, including Director of Product Management and Director of Strategy and Acquisitions. He also contributed to Cognizant as a Senior Program Manager, showcasing a consistent track record of driving product innovation and business growth.
Sr. Manager, High Risk Operations
Chewy
Will Melton currently leads Contractor Safety within Chewy’s High-Risk Operations group. Prior to joining Chewy, Will spent 9.5 years at Amazon in a variety of leadership roles, including heading the Contract Risk Management team and the Design, Construction, and Startup group. His experience spans Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME), Automation Deployment Engineering with a focus on hardware/software integration and leading a Process Innovation team within Amazon’s Last Mile operations. Will also served in several operational roles across Amazon’s network of facilities. Before his tenure at Amazon, Will was an Artillery Officer in the United States military and has recently retired from service. He holds an MBA with a concentration in Finance and Accounting, as well as a Master’s degree in Global Economics and International Affairs.
Principal, Health & Safety,
Avetta
Wyatt Bradbury serves as a Principal - Health and Safety for Avetta. Wyatt is pursuing his PhD in Occupational Safety and Health from West Virginia University. Wyatt also serves as the Department of Engineering Faculty and the University of Alabama Birmingham teaching Professional Ethics and Introduction to System Safety for the Advanced Safety Engineering and Management Program.
He has experience in aquatic and recreation risk management, electrical construction, powerline safety, Rail and Transit DB+OSM, and safety consulting. Mr. Bradbury holds CSP, CHST, and CIT certifications from the BCSP and a Master of Engineering in Advanced Safety Engineering and Management from the University of Alabama Birmingham.
Wyatt Bradbury is an engaged ASSP Member. He is a member of the Advisory Group Operations Committee and serves as the National Capital Chapter Advisory Group Representative.
Wyatt Bradbury is on the Drafting Committee for the ANSI Z590.6 Technical Report Guidance for the sizing, fit, selection, and use of personal protective equipment and apparel marketed toward women. He also serves on the Drafting Committee of the ANSI Z490.1 OSH Training Standard.
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