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Government Affairs Environmental Human Resources & Workforce Development Safety & Security Communications

Government Affairs

Staff Liaison: Jon Barganier

The Government Affairs Committee reviews all legislation and monitors all legislative activity at the State House. Members serve as an advisory network on any and all legislative concerns (including but not limited to bills, regulations, executive matters, etc.). Each of the committee members assists the association’s lobbying strategy. The group meets weekly during legislative sessions and on an ad-hoc basis throughout the remainder of the year.

Environmental

Chair: Michelle Bunn, CMC Steel
Vice Chair: Colin McCall, ALL4
Staff Liaison: Schuyler Espy

The Environmental Committee provides technical expertise and news updates to industrial environmental professionals. Regulatory compliance, enforcement trends, and future rules and regulations, along with best practices sharing, are the groups primary focuses. The group also maintains a close working relationship with ADEM and other governmental regulatory agencies and staffs. This committee meets quarterly and issues air, land, water and energy reports.

Human Resources & Workforce Development

Chair: Jeff Wargo, Resolute Forest Products
Vice Chair: Richard Lehr, Lehr Middlebrooks Vreeland & Thompson PC
Staff Liaison: Robin Ricks

The Human Resources & Workforce DevelopmentResource Group focuses on the complex legal and policy-based aspects of human resources that are unique to manufacturing. It also focuses on workforce development challenges, which affect all sectors of industry and manufacturing. The resource group includes a best practices sharing component for compliance and policy issues and for training and recruitment efforts. This group meets biannually.

Safety & Security

Chair: Michael 'Gene' Rader, Mitsubishi Polysilicon
Staff Liaison: Robin Ricks

The Safety & Security Resource Group provides news on safety and security enforcement trends, reviews upcoming rule promulgation's and changes, and discusses compliance best practices. It also interfaces with the appropriate state and federal agency staffs. The group also administers the Governor-awarded Safety Achievement Program, which is administered through Manufacture Alabama. The committee meets at least quarterly and, when appropriate, hosts training programs for the benefits of the membership.

Communications

Chair: Donna Jackson, International Paper
Staff Liaison: Amanda Salazar

The Communications Committee is tailored for marketing, external affairs, and communications professionals in the manufacturing sector. Whether you're a seasoned expert or new to the field, this group offers a space for idea exchange and learning. Dive into collaborative discussions, share best practices, and explore innovative communication strategies. The focus is on creating a supportive community where professionals can contribute, learn, and shape effective communication practices within the manufacturing industry. This group meets quarterly.

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