Ted Speaks

In this episode, Cory Goldschmidt joined Barb and Ted to talk about creating a positive influence and how beneficial it is to gravitate towards good traits and leverage these strengths that will fit into your organization. During the episode, they talk about the significance of exposing yourself to positive people to continue to grow as a person and also as a safety professional. Cory shares some...

In this episode, Barb and Ted are joined by Gabe Encarnacion to discuss Providing Product, Producing Knowledge. Gabe is currently Vice President of Operations for a safety distributor and is constantly adjusting operations of the company to guide it into the future. During the episode, Gabe talks about how work has changed since he started in the industry and how safety has always been a top prior...

In this episode, Barb and Ted are joined by Kelsy Lee to talk about the topic of Humans Can't Do a Don't. Kelsy is an active supporter of safety training and coaching, and she stresses the importance of emotional and mental safety for employees. She believes that leadership plays a key role in creating a safe environment, both physically and mentally. By providing coaching and support, leaders can...

In this episode, Barb and Ted are joined by Patrick Van Abel, and they talk about Servant Leadership – An Intentional Act. Patrick, coaching is all about identification and meeting legitimate needs as a leader. He believes that leaders need to be curious all the time in order to really understand what their team is going through. Only then can they be effective in coaching them. Safety is also a h...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Ted Hayes. Ted consults with businesses, school districts and municipalities throughout the United States to conduct security assessments, provide armed intruder active shooter training and to develop safety programs and risk management strategies.  Ted has served on the board of directors of the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials and is a...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Joe Conrad, who leads a team of safety professionals that drive a culture that prioritizes safety above all else and supports operational excellence at the highest level. A director of safety that brings years of utility construction and safety experience to his role at Blattner. He is part of a team that develops and executes strategies, and operations, direc...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Mike Kinney, President of Safety Culture Strategies. Mike has extensive experience, providing senior level support to companies pursuing DOE OSHA voluntary protection programs, star designation as well as ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Environmental Management System certifications. Mike is a BCSP Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and certified lead aud...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Bob Molitor. He founded a business in the industrial distribution industry and focused on the manufacture and distribution of overhead material handling equipment. Through the years he developed experience in sales, marketing, production, operations, human resources, finance and administration, banking, negotiations, and government regulations. Recently he inv...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Mark Wright who is a trusted Risk, Health and Safety professional committed to preventing harm and building high levels of business performance. Mark’s career has included senior leadership positions and work in over 15 countries across high risk industries such as mining, oil & gas, facilities management, construction and utilities. Mark is the Managing D...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Tyler Beegle who is a Diverse Safety Leader in Industrial Manufacturing. He was able to adapt in fast paced environments and has thrived at doing so through 13 years of experience in manufacturing. He loves a challenge and has worked successfully with team members across one facility to across the globe to improve multiple companies.  Health and safety ar...

In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Nick Berger who is a Safety Director at August Winter & Sons. He has garnered a reputation in his field as an environmental health and safety professional. He manages job sites throughout the state to ensure safety in the workplace and safety compliance. Nick’s goal is to change his department’s philosophy from reactive to proactive. He’s also a Civil Affa...

In today’s episode, Ted and Barb introduce us to Taner Cetinkaya who is an experienced Health and Safety Professional with 20 years of international experience on large scale building infrastructure, oil and gas and pipeline projects. He has spent the last 12 years in the Gulf working on top class oil and gas refinery and airport construction projects. He is currently working as Head of Health and...

This is Part 2 of Barb and Ted’s interview with Dr. Scott Geller Ph. D.  He is a Distinguished Professor completing 52 years as a teacher and researcher at the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech. He is also the Director of the Center for Applied Behavior Systems. This episode is about applying active caring to the workplace, schools and even the police force. He and his daughter co-fou...

In today's episode, Ted and Barb talk to Dr. Scott Gellar Ph. D.  He is a Distinguished Professor completing 52 years as a teacher and researcher at the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech. He is also the Director of the Center for Applied Behavior Systems. He is the co-founder and senior partner of Safety Performance Solutions. He authored and co-authored 52 books, 40 training manuals,...

Barb and Ted welcome Tom Fitzgerald to Ted Speaks in today’s episode. Tom holds a BA in Personnel Administration Management from MSU and a Master of Science in Organizational Behavior and Management from Silver Lake College, with a minor in Training and Development. He started his management career as a foundry line supervisor, rose in the ranks to become a plant manager, and retired as a human re...

In this week’s episode, Barb and Ted speak with Jim Haak from Black-Haak Heating-Cooling-Electrical-Plumbing, founded in 1956. Jim is co-owner, with his brother Jeff, in their 4th generation family-owned and operated business located in Greenville, Wisconsin. Black-Haak’s mission is to provide customer comfort and safe operations of heating and cooling equipment in the homes and businesses of Fox...

In today’s episode, Ted and Barb introduce us to Jason Kunz who is a Corporate Safety Specialist at 3M company. Jason has over a decade of experience when it comes to a variety of technical and leadership roles. He got his Master’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene from University of Minnesota. He demonstrates his passion for the safety and health profession across multiple platforms. Jason is a husban...

In today’s episode, Ted and Barb introduce us to Nate Ortlieb who is a Self-Perform Carpentry Vertical Lead at The Boldt Company. Nate has 20 years of experience in the construction industry, mainly focusing on commercial and industrial sectors from schools and churches all the way to turn key combined cycle power generation plants. He also had the opportunity to travel to the Midwest for these pr...

In today’s episode, Ted and Barb introduce us to Aaron Johnson who is the owner of Craft Coating, Inc. The company provides the highest quality zinc plating and black oxide for a wide range of original equipment manufacturers including military agriculture, heavy machinery and many more. Aaron shares with us different ways to ensure safety in his company. It is important to always make sure that y...

In this episode, Ted and Barb welcome Chris Burns. He is a digital marketing consultant, entrepreneur, published author and a father of three. Chris is the co-founder of Midwest Fleet and Safety which is a company that provides products such as GPS Trackers, Back-Up Cameras, Dash Cams and a variety of safety solutions that help businesses build efficiency and profitability. Chris is focused on fin...

In this episode, Ted and Barb introduces us to Michael Teague, CSP. He started his journey by being enlisted in the US Air Force in 1983. He then completed his training as an EMT while serving the country. After being discharged, he worked as a paramedic for an ambulance company. Once he retired, he decided to go back to school and earn a degree in Fire Technology and Psychology. He is currently e...

In this episode, Ted and Barb welcome Matthew Herron, MS, PE, CSP, CPE. Matthew has over 10 years of experience as a Safety Professional. He is currently the Senior Safety Engineer for the Mechanical Engineering Division at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas. Matthew is very passionate about safety and he even gives back by being a mentor who teaches young students the importance o...

In this episode, Ted and Barb welcome Gina Vanderlin, CSP. Gina is an accomplished Environmental, Health, and Safety professional with more than a decade of experience supporting industry-leading organizations. She currently resides in New York, where she serves in an EHS Leadership role. Gina is passionate about personal branding. She talks about what personal branding is, what strategies and tec...

In this episode, Ted and Barb welcome Patrick Harel, Fall Protection Specialist. As one of the experts on fall protection, Patrick talks about what needs to be improved within the field and gives some good advice and tips. He also shares some of the worst behaviors he sees in the industry today. According to Patrick, everybody knows the basics and the general, but everybody seems to overlook train...

In this episode, Ted and Barb welcome Dan Goosen. Dan’s professional background consists of roles as supervisor, safety professional, and safety consultant. Over the thirty-six years of experience in printing and supervisory management, Dan has found accomplishments come when all within the organization strive for the same goals, thus motivating individuals to become unparalleled in their position...