2020 CEOs Who 'Get It'

I am privileged to have Michael Vanover as a member of the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana. He is thoughtful and creative, and an innovator. We are extremely happy with his contributions and believe that he is an exceptional choice.

I appreciate this article and recognize that these CEO's are but a few of the CEO's the "Get it". "It" being that embracing, elevating, being a champion for workplace Safety is a best practice that illuminates the 'value add' component of Safety in all business operations. I have been fortunate to work with leadership teams that fully embraced the benefits of a well-supported Safety program and leadership teams that were completely absent of understanding. Working with those that "Get it", makes assessment, implementation, and adjustment easier. Working with those that didn't "Get it" afforded me many opportunities for teachable moments. Both environments helped sharpen my blade (Covey reference). I have often been taken aback by the lack of Safety program knowledge obtained by C-Suite level personnel during their ascension. I encourage all personnel in Safety Management to develop and deliver basic (orientation), intermediate (metrics), and advanced (business applications) Safety Program training to all Leadership positions. Let's see if we can grow the number of "CEO's Who Get It" in 2021 and beyond.

It is refreshing to see Paula Gold-Williams CEO of CPS outfitted in PPE talking to the field team. Most CEO have little involvement with the rank and file employees. Ms. Gold-Williams is a CEO that is interested in employees and customers of CPS Energy. Ms. Gold-Williams "Gets It" Safe Employees Deliver Safe Energy" makes for happy customers.