News Summary
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) is inviting safety and health experts to submit presentation proposals for the upcoming Safety 2026 Professional Development Conference and Exposition. Scheduled for June in Anaheim, California, the conference aims to highlight diversity and innovation in occupational safety. Each selected presenter will deliver a one-hour session, including a Q&A segment. ASSP emphasizes the significance of this conference in advancing professional development and promoting effective safety practices in various industries.
Anaheim, California – Conference Proposals Invited
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) is calling on safety and health experts to submit their presentation proposals by September 10, 2025, for its upcoming Safety 2026 Professional Development Conference and Exposition. The conference is set to take place from June 15 to June 17, 2026, in Anaheim, California.
Focus on Diversity and Innovation
ASSP aims to feature a diverse group of occupational safety and health professionals during the conference. Presentations are expected to address key issues in the field, along with emerging matters and innovative solutions that resonate with the current challenges in occupational safety.
Each selected presenter will be given a one-hour time slot, which includes 15 minutes dedicated for questions from attendees. To ensure a high-caliber program, the ASSP Conference Planning Committee will review all submitted proposals, evaluating aspects such as the presenter’s skill, the appeal of the topic, and how well it aligns with the objectives of the conference.
It is notable that speakers are limited to submitting a maximum of two proposals, ensuring a diverse representation of perspectives and topics at the event.
Importance of the Conference
ASSP President Linda Tapp has highlighted the value of the opportunity to present at the conference, indicating that it plays an important role in the career development of attendees and aids in advancing the profession as a whole. The ASSP annual conference serves as a dynamic learning and networking platform aimed at helping participants expand their knowledge and discover solutions to ongoing safety challenges.
At the heart of the event is a commitment to promoting best practices that integrate safety into the core operations of businesses, emphasizing its importance in workplace environments.
Insights from Past Conferences
The last event, Safety 2025, took place in Orlando and attracted more than 9,700 participants, marking a significant gathering in the field of safety and health. This previous conference set the record for the largest exposition in ASSP history, featuring 683 vendor booths that spanned over 134,000 square feet. The high attendance included nearly half of the participants being first-time attendees, with one-third of them benefiting from a complimentary one-year membership to ASSP.
Additionally, at Safety 2025, the ASSP Foundation successfully surpassed its fundraising goal of $15,000, receiving contributions from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, which further underscores the commitment within the industry to support professional development and safety initiatives.
Looking Ahead to Safety 2026
The upcoming Safety 2026 conference is poised to build on the successes of its predecessor, continuing to provide critical professional development and networking opportunities for the workplace safety and health community. By inviting a broad array of speakers, ASSP is focused on ensuring that the conference remains at the forefront of addressing current safety challenges and promoting effective safety practices across various industries.
Industry professionals interested in making a meaningful contribution are encouraged to prepare their proposals for consideration, as Safety 2026 represents both an opportunity to share knowledge and a platform to engage with leaders in the field of safety and health.
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Additional Resources
- OHS Online: ASSP Seeks Presenters for Safety 2026 Conference
- APTA Conferences and Events
- The Safety Magazine: ASSP’s Safety 2025
- Safety+Health Magazine: National Safety Council Congress
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