Join fellow environmental compliance managers to re-think compliance strategies, stay current on emerging requirements, and exchange ideas with colleagues from across the U.S.
Conference Agenda
Day 1
Monday
September 9 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM - Registration
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM - Morning Networking (Continental Breakfast and Refreshments)
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM - Opening and Welcome
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Institute of Hazardous Materials Management Credentials for Environmental Compliance Professionals
Gene Guildford, Executive Director
Institute of Hazardous Materials Management®
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Benefits of AHMP Membership for Environmental Compliance Professionals
Sean Grady, CHMM
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
4 ‘Pillars’ of Talent to Drive Recruiting and Retention
Jeremy Clarke, Zweig Group
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Keynote Presentation
Scot Adair, Special Agent in Charge, Criminal Investigation Division (Retired)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
PFASten Your Seatbelt
Joel Eagle, Partner, Thompson Hine
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
NOx – Sources, Regulation, and Control: A Close Look
John Kumm, PE, BCEE, CC-P, CEM, LEED AP
Technical Chief - EHS&S
EA Engineering, Science and Technology, Inc., PBC
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
NETWORKING EVENT: Honky Tonk Evening in Downtown Nashville 6:00 PM
Join your environmental compliance management colleagues for a private rooftop event in Music City. Shuttles from hotel included.
(Optional Event – Must select during registration)
Day 2
Tuesday
September 10 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Morning Networking (Continental Breakfast and Refreshments)
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Keynote Presentation
Scott Gordon, Deputy Director of Enforcement (Retired)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
10:00 AM - 10:45 PM
SPCC Misconceptions at Oil Storage Facilities from an EPA National Perspective
Mark Howard, SPCC National Program Manager (Current)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Navigating EPA Training Requirements: Strategies for Effective Internal Programs
Craig Schwarze
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
What to expect during an EPA Oil Program Inspection
Mark Howard, SPCC National Program Manager (Current)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Audit Policy Opportunities: If the Tool Fits...Use It
Ray Coss, Esq.
Presentation Slides (.pdf)
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM - Closing remarks
4:00 PM - Adjourn
Evening Networking Event
Monday, September 9, 2024
6:00 PM
Shuttles will take you from the conference venue hotel to AJ’s Good Time Bar in the middle of downtown Nashville. Conference participants will enjoy live music, food, and drinks on the private rooftop overlooking Broadway. Afterward, either return to the hotel on provided transportation or explore the many nearby venues and return on your own.
Founded by Country Music Superstar Alan Jackson in 2016, “AJ's” was voted the number one honky tonk in Nashville by Billboard Magazine. AJ's carries on the tradition of the best downtown honky tonks with the kind of country music that made Nashville famous.
Registration
- Conference Registration: $885
$785 if registered before June 15
Call for Group Rates for 5 or more
- Book hotel early for best rates
- Uber from Nashville airport: Approximately $35
- Federal Per Diem (Nashville): Lodging: $237, M&IE: $79 (For Reference)
