President’s Message – June 2025

Thank you for taking time out of your day to visit the website for the Chesapeake Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals. In mid-April, all chapter members received an email regarding the upcoming chapter elections. The following members were elected to serve as chapter officers for the 2025-2026 chapter year.

President
James Woodward Sr.

1st Vice President
Matt Koss, CSP

2nd Vice President
Adrian Hernandez, GSP

Secretary
Mario Olivera

Treasurer
Mike Wolf, CSP

Director
Craig Lowry

1st Advisory Group Member
Ned Fitter

Although the elected positions have been filled, we are still actively looking for members to serve on our various committees!

Now is the time to step up, get involved, and truly embrace the many benefits that the American Society of Safety Professionals has to offer! The Chesapeake Chapter is one of the most active chapters in the nation, with monthly chapter ‘hybrid’ lunch and learns, and multiple social events that take place during the day and in the evenings. In addition, the chapter partners with the American Industrial Hygiene Association’s Chesapeake and Potomac Locals for one of the most highly attended professional development conferences in the region. If you are interested in running for any of the elected positions, volunteering to serve as a committee chair, or assist by becoming a member of any of our committees, please reach out to me directly.

Regardless of the commitment that you are able to make, your assistance is needed and appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to visit the website for the Chesapeake Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals. I hope to hear from you soon.

James Woodward Sr.
ASSP Chesapeake Chapter President