Managing Safety Through Culture

Dalton's commitment to safety began during his time as a mechanic in custom motorcycle shops. There, he learned to develop process management systems from scratch, enhancing both safety standards and work efficiency. This passion led him to join Energy Worldnet as an OQ Specialist, where he swiftly rose to the position of Lead Auditor for the Compliance department. Since then, Dalton has centered his efforts on Pipeline Safety and helping clients develop and refine their Pipeline Safety Management System plans. With credentials such as the ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification and a Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification, Dalton's varied experiences grant him a holistic and unique view of safety within the energy industry.

Crystal lives and breathes education for the industry. She has a B.A. in integrative Studies with concentrations in Spanish, technical writing, and professional communication. She has spent years in the API 1161 Working Group and the ASME B31Q Standards Committee, as well as other association committees. For Crystal, it isn’t just about using the right there, their, and they’re. She is passionate about making sure workers in the industry are properly trained, and she makes sure that content is relevant, accurate, and attainable by the learner.

Steve came to EWN with a wealth of knowledge that he readily shares with the industry. Steve has a background that includes a degree from Indiana University, an MBA from Butler University, his CPA, and over 30 years in the industry. His experience includes time as the Pipeline Safety Director of the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, National NAPSR Chair, PHMSA GPAC member, and time as a state regulator and inspector. Steve is a true pipeline safety evangelist and PSMS ambassador. As one of our most recognized speakers, Steve presents regularly on laws and regulations, PSMS, and Safety Culture. Steve is a member of multiple boards and committees, including currently serving on the APGA Board of Directors.