Message from Bianca Green, Chapter President (2025-2026)
September 2025
Puget Sound Chapter | American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
Hello Puget Sound Chapter Members –
Welcome to a brand-new chapter year! I’m thrilled to step into this year with a driven and dedicated community of safety professionals and your newly elected Executive Committee. As your Chapter President, I want to personally thank each of you for being part of the Puget Sound Chapter and share my excitement for what’s ahead.
Last year was amazing with many successes including achieving platinum status as a chapter, that is no easy feat – proud is an understatement! This year we continue the synergy around our mission and the opportunities to grow and serve our community and recognize the incredible members that make up our chapter. We’ve set ambitious goals and are already making strides toward achieving them:
1. Engaging Our Student Members – Our Future
We’ve established a Student Section Liaison Committee and are actively connecting with local colleges and universities across the Puget Sound. Our goal is to build strong bridges with the next generation of safety professionals through mentorship, scholarships offerings, guest speaking opportunities, and involvement in collegiate/chapter activities. These future leaders are the heart of our profession and we’re committed to supporting them every step of the way.
2. Giving Back to Our Community
This year, we’re expanding our outreach to local high schools, vocational programs, and underserved communities to educate and inspire. By promoting safety as a profession and sharing fundamental knowledge about staying safe at work and at home, we’re helping shape a safer future for all.
3. Recognizing Our Members
Our chapter thrives because of you! Whether through social media spotlights or in-person acknowledgments, we’re committed to celebrating your professional achievements and contributions to ASSP. We’ll continue our year-end awards celebration in June, including honors like “Most Valuable Member” and our SPY (Safety Professional of the Year) nominations at both the chapter and regional levels.
Join Us for Our First Chapter Meeting of the Year on September 17th!
We’re kicking things off this month with our first official meeting of the year! This is a great opportunity to reconnect, meet new faces, and hear more about what’s ahead. Details will be shared shortly, so stay tuned!
Let’s make this a year of intentional connection, collaboration, and continued excellence. We look forward to what we’ll achieve together.
If you have any questions or feedback at the chapter or society level, please feel free to reach out to me directly.
With gratitude and excitement — Be well,
Bianca Green
President@pugetsound.assp.org