Whether you’re new to the safety profession, transitioning into a new role, preparing for certification, or facing a challenging workplace issue, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
One of the greatest benefits of being part of the ASSP community is access to experienced safety professionals who are willing to share their knowledge, insights, and lessons learned. Our mentoring program connects safety and health professionals seeking guidance with experienced practitioners across a wide range of specialties and industries.
A conversation with a mentor can help you:
- Explore career paths and professional development opportunities
- Gain perspective on workplace safety challenges
- Prepare for certifications such as the ASP or CSP
- Strengthen leadership and communication skills
- Expand your professional network
- Learn from real-world experiences and best practices
Our mentors volunteer their time to support fellow professionals and help advance the safety profession. There is no required commitment or formal schedule. Simply identify a mentor whose experience aligns with your interests and reach out to start the conversation.
As Maya Angelou said:
“I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.”
The professionals listed below are giving back to the profession by sharing their knowledge and experience. We encourage you to take advantage of this valuable resource.
Interested in Becoming a Mentor?
If you would like to share your expertise and support the development of other safety and health professionals, please send your contact information and your top three areas of expertise to David Callies.
Not sure who to contact?
Review the mentors’ areas of expertise and reach out directly. Whether your question is about construction safety, manufacturing, compliance, leadership, certifications, or career development, our mentors are here to help. Most mentoring relationships begin with a simple email and a conversation.
Help Us Strengthen Professional Connections
The success of our Mentoring Program depends on volunteers who are passionate about helping safety professionals connect, learn, and grow. We are currently seeking a volunteer to serve as the Mentorship and Jobs Chair for the St. Louis Chapter.
In this role, you’ll help maintain our mentor network, promote mentoring opportunities, coordinate job postings, and support the professional development of our members. It’s a rewarding way to give back to the profession while building meaningful relationships within the safety community.
If you’re interested in helping fellow professionals advance their careers and strengthen our chapter’s impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Domini Montgomery for more information.
| Name/Email | Areas of Expertise |
| Dr. Dan Snyder, CSP, CRSP | Certification Exams, Leadership Development & Career Development |
| Chris Merli | Training, Auditing & Industrial Hygiene |
| Sheila Schmidt | Insurance |
| David Callies | Civil Construction, Fleet Safety/D.O.T. Regulations, Technology Integration |
| AJ Gajdosik | Insurance/Auditing, Construction, Training/Presentations |
| Juliette Travous | Asbestos, Hazardous Materials, Environmental Compliance |
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