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Greater Houston Industrial Hygiene Council
Meeting Agenda
Perspectives on Industrial Hygiene Consulting
Session Arranged by: Janet Wiiki CIH, CSP ICU Environmental, Health & Safety
February 20, 2003 Meeting Agenda
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8:30 - 9:00 AM |
Registration
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9:00 - 9:15 AM
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Introductory Comments
Janet Wiiki, CIH, CSP
ICU Environmental Health and Safety
The Woodlands, Texas
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9:15 - 10:00 AM
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Finding the Right Career Path: Career Path Issues in Industrial Hygiene Consulting
Whether you are just starting your career, making a mid-career change or are a seasoned professional, having an idea of where your career path may lead is important. The presentation will include information regarding technical experience, leadership, and compensation. This information will be particularly useful to anyone who is thinking about becoming a consultant. It will help you in understanding career path pitfalls, which is particularly important for those considering starting their own consulting business.
Deanna Ennis, CIH, CSP
Environmental Resources Management
Houston, Texas
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10:00 - 10:15 AM
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BREAK
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10:15 - 11:15 AM
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How to Avoid Stubbing Your Toe as an Industrial Hygiene Consultant
This presentation will address the issues of professional liability and the increasing frequency of lawsuits against Industrial Hygienists. Martin will offer practical advise on how to avoid creating problems for yourself as an IH consultant. He will also cover related issues, such as "vicarious liability" and where the industrial hygienist fits into the legal paradigm.
Martin Barrie, esq.
The Law Office of Martin D. Barrie, P.C.
Bellaire, Texas
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11:15 - 12:15 PM
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Issues of Fact, Fiction and Fantasy: How to Recognize Bear Traps When There Aren't Any Bears Around!
Will address the issues of finances, personnel, business management and client needs in the context of industrial hygiene consulting.
Eric LeBrocq PE, DEE, CIH
Technology Serving People, Inc.
Houston, Texas
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12:15 - 1:15 PM
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LUNCH
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1:15 - 2:15 PM
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From Corporate To Consultant: Making The Transition
Wll share his insight on making the transition from an industry job to becoming a consultant.
He will address a number of issues including:
- Getting started before you leave the corporate world
- Establishing Financial and Personal Goals
- Developing You Business Plan
- Learning Your Market
- Setting Realistic Expectations
- The Importance of Networking
Lloyd Andrew III, CIH, CSP
EnvirOSH Services, Inc.
Houston, Texas
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2:15 - 2:30 PM
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BREAK
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2:30 - 3:30 PM |
EHS Consulting in the 21st Century
The presentation will discuss how the consulting business model has evolved over the past 15 - 20 years.
Jill Barson Gilbert, QEP
InteGreyted Consultants, LLC
Houston, Texas
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3:30 - 4:30 PM |
The Enterpreneurism of the Health and Safety Business
Will cover some of the nuts and bolts issues that all IH consultants must address,
including the following:
- The Fun of The Business
- Own Your Business
- The Business Plan
- The Need for a Marketing Plan
- The Basics of Balance and P&L Statement
- What Goes into a Bill Rate
Doug Rush
Environmental Technologies, Inc.
Magnolia, Texas
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4:30 PM |
Adjournment
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NOTE: |
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ICU Environmental Health, & Safety
26022 Oak Ridge Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Office: 281 • 363 • 9939
Fax: 281 • 363 • 4744
E-mail: icu@icusafety.com |
ICU Environmental Health, & Safety
2300 Hwy. 365, Suite 370
Nederland , TX 77627
Office: 409 • 727 • 8227
Fax: 409 • 729 • 5075 |
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