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Join us on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET for a critical masterclass on why most safety systems stall and what winning organizations do differently to build reliable safety performance.
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Learn how governance and accountability turn safety strategy into results.

What You'll Learn: 

  • Why top-performing organizations stop chasing new tools and instead align leadership around a clear operating model.
  • How winning safety organizations govern decisions through strategy, structure, and accountability, not programs alone.
  • The critical difference between managing safety activity and running safety as an operating system.
  • How high-performing leaders create culture by defining what “winning” looks like and aligning the organization around it.
  • How judgment, governance, and technology work together to simplify complexity and drive reliable performance.

Your Expert Presenters

Meet the Leaders Redefining Safety Performance in Complex Organizations

Ellis jones

Ellis Jones 
Executive Director, Safety Innovation, Rhythm Innovations

Ellis is a seasoned safety and operations leader with deep experience across manufacturing, EHS, sustainability, and business continuity. Formerly VP & Chief Sustainability Officer at Goodyear, he led enterprise safety culture transformation, sustainability integration, and crisis leadership during COVID-19. Ellis is known for driving operational excellence, eliminating serious injuries, and delivering measurable business improvement.

 
Mike Carroll

Mike Carroll
Chief Strategy & Operations Officer, Trek.AI | Strategic Advisor & Fellow, LNS Research

Mike is an industrial strategy leader with decades of experience guiding transformation across global manufacturing organizations. With executive roles spanning Georgia-Pacific, Mead, and McTech Group, Mike specializes in aligning AI, analytics, and operating discipline with leadership decision-making and governance systems to deliver real-world impact.
Dave Rath

Dave Rath
Co-CEO & President, Rhythm Innovations

Dave brings over 30 years of leadership in management consulting, regulatory strategy, and enterprise software transformation. As former CEO and co-founder of ProcessMAP, he scaled the company into a leading EHS SaaS platform through multiple private equity investments and a successful exit. Dave advises organizations on building scalable, defensible safety and risk operating models.

 
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Frequently asked questions

When is the master class and how long does it run?

The master class takes place on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET and runs for 60 minutes. You'll attend live via web browser.

How do I register for the master class?

Registration is free and takes less than two minutes. Click the "Register Now" button, complete the form, and you'll receive a confirmation email with your access link and calendar invite.

Who should attend this master class?

This session is designed for leaders who are responsible for setting direction, aligning teams, and sustaining safety performance across complex, high-risk organizations, including:

  • VP EHS and EHS Directors accountable for safety strategy, governance, and performance outcomes. 
  • EHS Managers leading safety initiatives in manufacturing environments. 
  • Operations leaders whose decisions directly influence safety culture and execution. 
  • Risk and technology leaders involved in safety systems and data-driven decision-making. 
  • Executive leaders overseeing enterprise safety, compliance, and operational excellence. 
What is the format of the master class?

This is a live, interactive master class featuring expert presentations from Ellis Jones, Mike Carroll, and Dave Rath. You'll hear practical insights on why safety systems stall, how judgment and governance drive performance, and how to align leadership around a clear operating model—with the opportunity to ask questions during the session.

How do I access the master class after registering?

After registering, you'll receive an email with your unique master class link and calendar invite. Simply click the link at the scheduled time to join from any device with internet access.