October 2026 Newsletter

October 2026

Your update on the latest news and events from AHMP.


Message From the Board:

2026 EHS HAZMAT Summit – Exhausted and Energized!

What-a-Summit! Exhausted and energized, I don’t know how else to describe it. As I sat in the airport waiting for my flight on Thursday, I couldn’t help but have a sense of accomplishment, pride, excitement, and, yes, a bit of fatigue. The BOD and committees worked hard this year and delivered an engaging, informative, meaningful, and entertaining summit that brought together industry, consultants, regulators, and innovators.

In This Issue:
  • Message from the Board of Directors
  • 2026 EHS HazMat Summit
  • 2027 Board Candidates
  • California Networking Event
  • Membership Renewal
  • EHMM Course
  • Hazardous Waste Infrastructure Webinar
  • IHMM News

From the exhibit hall where you could spend time networking and connecting (and even recording a podcast!), the plenary sessions that brought engaging speakers and topics, the technical tracks with experts sharing knowledge and experience, to the exciting ERS, this year’s summit will go down as one of the best! I honestly can’t pick my favorite part, can you?

I would like to extend my appreciation to the sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, board members, AHMP staff, moderators, volunteers, and attendees that made this summit the success that we had hoped for, and I know next year in Philly will be even better!

On a more personal note, as my time on the BOD comes to an end, I would like to acknowledge and extend my thanks to all of AHMP for allowing me to work with this wonderful organization. I am especially grateful to have been able to work closely with the Chapters and Sections through the Chapter Relations Committee and our annual delegate meetings. You are the heart of this organization, and your enthusiasm and engagement has always been appreciated.

To my fellow board members (past and present), thank you for your tireless efforts not only in putting AHMP back on stable ground, but growing and expanding our alliance. AHMP is stronger because of your efforts. And last, but certainly not least, a huge thank you to our amazing staff. Becky and Mary, none of this would have been possible without your efforts.

Cheers to a great summit, and I will see you all next year in Philadelphia!

Robert Wilkinson, PG, CHMM
AHMP Board of Directors


 2026 EHS HazMat Summit: A Memorable Time in New Orleans

More than 320 attendees gathered in New Orleans for the 2026 EHS HazMat Summit, featuring education, networking, and plenty of memorable experiences.

Highlights included extended exhibit hall breaks, keynote speaker Charlie Sellars, a hands-on Emergency Response Scenario at the Louisiana State Police Joint Emergency Services Training Center, and a pre-conference Clean Air Act Workshop presented by McCoy and Associates. Attendees also enjoyed luncheons, raffles, and tours of the National WWII Museum and St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

From valuable learning opportunities to the sights and sounds of New Orleans, the Summit was a great success. Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, exhibited, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make the 2026 EHS HazMat Summit a success!

View Photos from the Summit

Awards Presentation

AHMP proudly recognizes the outstanding individuals, chapters, and organizations honored for the 2025 award year at this year's EHS HazMat Summit. Please join us in congratulating this year’s award recipients and celebrating their contributions to advancing environmental, health, safety, and hazardous materials management!

  • Rich Cartwright Excellence in Hazardous Materials Leadership Award - Sean Grady
  • Pete Cook Founder's Award - Stephen Laughlin
  • Hazardous Materials Professional of the Year Award - Adam Estes
  • Young Hazardous Materials Professional of the Year Award - Abby Holovach
  • AHMP Distinguished Service Recognition Award - Glorianna Reeser
  • AHMP Al Arnofsky Chapter of the Year Award - Cyber Chapter
  • Chapter Communication Program of the Year Award - Central Ohio Certified Hazardous Materials Managers
  • AHMP Distinguished Chapter Recognition Award - Central Ohio Certified Hazardous Materials Managers, Chicagoland Chapter, Cyber Chapter, Gateway Society of Hazardous Materials Managers, Heartland Chapter, Lone Star Chapter


Meet the 2027 Board of Director Candidates and Cast Your Vote

This is your opportunity to impact who represents you as a leader of the Alliance and guides the future direction of the organization. We encourage all members to participate in this important process and to let your voice be heard!

Your completed ballot must be received by 5:00 PM Eastern on Monday, October 19, 2026.

We have three (3) open positions for the Board beginning January 1, 2027.

Visit the website to read each candidate’s statement of interest and bio.

Cast Your Vote


 AHMP Networking Initiative

The National Networking Series kicks off this fall in Los Angeles, the first of three cities on the schedule, led in partnership with current Director, Comfort Agara. These in-person gatherings are the first of their kind in cities without AHMP chapters or sections, expanding AHMP’s mission to share knowledge and support a safer, more sustainable future.

Calling All EHS&S Professionals in California!

Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability Professional Networking Mixer

Modern environmental, health, and safety challenges don’t exist in a silo—and neither should their solutions.

Join AHMP for an evening of high-level networking, complimentary bites and refreshments, and meaningful cross-industry conversations. This event is designed to connect professionals across EHS management and sustainability to share their perspectives, exchange frontline strategies, and explore the future of cross-functional EHS and sustainability leadership.

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Pacific

Where: Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine, 98 S. Los Robles Avenue Pasadena, CA 91101 (Street and garage parking available)

Who: EHS&S professionals across all industries—both public and private sectors—are welcome.

Cost: $5 Donation to the EHMM Scholarship Fund. Space is limited. Register now to secure your seat!

Register Now


AHMP Membership Renewals

Your AHMP membership connects you to valuable resources, professional development opportunities, industry expertise, and a robust network of EHS&S professionals. Renew today and make the most of your membership!

As an AHMP member, you receive:

Renew today and continue to access the resources, connections, education, and opportunities that help you grow as an EHS&S professional.


Gateway Society EHMM Course

The chapter's annual EHMM course will be held at Saint Louis University, October 27-30, 2026.   

This course is a great review opportunity for younger/newer professionals and is also a good opportunity for training hours.

More Information

Hazardous Waste Infrastructure Webinar

AHMP Members are invited to attend this free webinar hosted by ASCE and CEC.

Learn More & Register

 IHMM News

This Week in Chemicals – September 29 – October 6, 2026

IHMM Global DG Transport Regulatory Update: Sept 29 – Oct 6, 2026

RCRA in Transition: Enforcement, Congress, Courts, Citizen Suits and the States EPA, DOD and Army Corps of Engineers – WOTUS Rulemaking

Beyond Stop Work: Recognizing Uncertainty Isn’t Resolving It by David J. Peters, CSHM, CHMM, CMQ/OE

Candidates for the 2026 IHMM Board of Directors Election – Starts October 5, 2026


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