2026 Kirkwood Safety Conference

Join us at the 2026 Kirkwood Safety Conference March 26, 2026 at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, themed "Spirit 4 Safety 2026." This year's focus is built on four vital points that drive safer outcomes everywhere: Care for every individual's well-being; Collaboration through teamwork and shared responsibility; Accountability to the highest standards; and Courage to make the right choices - even when difficult. Come network with fellow safety professionals and participate in various breakout sessions, explore diverse vendor offerings, and enjoy a delicious meal. Keynote speaker David J. Sarkus, MS, CSP, who will present "Leading from Your Heart!", an insightful exploration of what it takes to achieve sustainable excellence in safety. Drawing upon servant leadership principles, contemporary research, and his extensive professional experience, Mr. Sarkus will demonstrate how organizations can move beyond compliance toward a culture of genuine commitment to safety. Through practical strategies and engaging storytelling, he will highlight three key bases of influence that empower leaders to shape attitudes, inspire champions for environmental health and safety, and embed safety as an essential driver of organizational well-being, productivity, quality, and morale. Go to www.kirkwood.edu/safetyconference for more details.