Sessions

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Session Registration

Wyndham Orlando Resort – 2022 Impact Conference event location

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Room: Fleming
ESG Director Showcase

Delivering on ESG commitments requires cross-functional collaboration and precise, real-time data management.  In this session, we will take you through the ESG data management and reporting journey, starting with materiality assessments and strategy planning, setting targets, and aligning with ESG frameworks (GRI, CDP, SASB, TCFD) for reporting of ESG performance and stakeholder communications.  Learn about options for automating ESG data collection and connecting with internal business systems to source ESG data housed outside the Benchmark ESG platform.

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Room: Siesta
Sustainability Showcase

Learn how you can leverage the Benchmark Sustainability™ solutions suite to manage your sustainability program from utility invoices to ESG disclosure reports and everything in between.  In this session, we will feature solution capabilities for calculating, recording, and analyzing your environmental footprint (energy, carbon, water, waste) as well as the identification, evaluation, and tracking of sustainability projects and investments toward meeting sustainability targets. Hear from a Benchmark subscriber about their sustainability journey and get hands-on experience hunting for energy reduction opportunities with our Benchmark sustainability experts.

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Room: Largo
Certified Pro Training

Join our experts in this 3 ½ hour training session – designed for Site Leaders, Power Users, Organizational Leads, and new Business Administrators – as we explore engagement techniques, ways to drive performance, and connect on your questions!

After this session you will:

  • Understand the Benchmark site structure and achieve personal mastery of the system
  • Recognize how to lead, support, and monitor Benchmark deployment while driving maximum user engagement
  • Stay empowered with tips & tricks for accessing critical data and reports for operational leadership
  • Learn quick & easy solution interactions for on-going application
  • Network with other active users and site leaders to share best practices

We hope you will join us for this fun and engaging session that offers a unique opportunity hear how others are innovating and problem solving, as well as engage one-on-one with Benchmark experts on topics of personal interest!

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Room: Cedar
Tableau® Editor & Designer

This 3 ½ hour in-person session offers specialized training from Benchmark Experts for Dashboards & Analytics, diving deep into modifying reports, customizing report data, and customizing your report dashboard using Benchmark Analytics powered by Tableau!

During this session you will learn:

  • How to use the Dashboard & Analytics application module to make reporting and access easy
  • Tips and tricks to locate and favorite your most needed reports and dashboards
  • Utilizing pre-created, out of the box Application Tableau reports in the Dashboards & Analytics Library
  • Building powerful and compelling reports, dashboards, and storyboards from scratch
  • Controlling access permissions to reports and data sources at a user and user group level

This session will enable you to develop reports live with support of Benchmark experts and will also showcase best practice examples of how subscribers across the Benchmark community have created valuable insights and key reports! Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to be in-person to learn from experts and your peers.

9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Golf Outing Scramble at Celebration Golf Course

9:00 AM – 4:30 PM 18 holes
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM 9 holes

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Room: Fleming
ESG Director Showcase

Delivering on ESG commitments requires cross-functional collaboration and precise, real-time data management.  In this session, we will take you through the ESG data management and reporting journey, starting with materiality assessments and strategy planning, setting targets, and aligning with ESG frameworks (GRI, CDP, SASB, TCFD) for reporting of ESG performance and stakeholder communications.  Learn about options for automating ESG data collection and connecting with internal business systems to source ESG data housed outside the Benchmark ESG platform.

1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Room: Siesta
Sustainability Showcase

Learn how you can leverage the Benchmark Sustainability™ solutions suite to manage your sustainability program from utility invoices to ESG disclosure reports and everything in between.  In this session, we will feature solution capabilities for calculating, recording, and analyzing your environmental footprint (energy, carbon, water, waste) as well as the identification, evaluation, and tracking of sustainability projects and investments toward meeting sustainability targets. Hear from a Benchmark subscriber about their sustainability journey and get hands-on experience hunting for energy reduction opportunities with our Benchmark sustainability experts.

1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Room: Largo
Certified Pro Training

Join our experts in this 3 ½ hour training session – designed for Site Leaders, Power Users, Organizational Leads, and new Business Administrators – as we explore engagement techniques, ways to drive performance, and connect on your questions!

After this session you will:

  • Understand the Benchmark site structure and achieve personal mastery of the system
  • Recognize how to lead, support, and monitor Benchmark deployment while driving maximum user engagement
  • Stay empowered with tips & tricks for accessing critical data and reports for operational leadership
  • Learn quick & easy solution interactions for on-going application
  • Network with other active users and site leaders to share best practices

We hope you will join us for this fun and engaging session that offers a unique opportunity hear how others are innovating and problem solving, as well as engage one-on-one with Benchmark experts on topics of personal interest!

1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Room: Cedar
Tableau® Editor & Designer

This 3 ½ hour in-person session offers specialized training from Benchmark Experts for Dashboards & Analytics, diving deep into modifying reports, customizing report data, and customizing your report dashboard using Benchmark Analytics powered by Tableau!

During this session you will learn:

  • How to use the Dashboard & Analytics application module to make reporting and access easy
  • Tips and tricks to locate and favorite your most needed reports and dashboards
  • Utilizing pre-created, out of the box Application Tableau reports in the Dashboards & Analytics Library
  • Building powerful and compelling reports, dashboards, and storyboards from scratch
  • Controlling access permissions to reports and data sources at a user and user group level

This session will enable you to develop reports live with support of Benchmark experts and will also showcase best practice examples of how subscribers across the Benchmark community have created valuable insights and key reports! Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to be in-person to learn from experts and your peers.

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cocktails and Welcome Dinner

Join us for dinner at Paradise Key at the Wyndham Orlando Resort while watching the Toa Afi fire show!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast & Registration
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Plenary Session: Bring Sustainability & ESG Impact to Life with Technology
Learn how to take charge of reporting, drive progress, and advance sustainability & ESG goals. Presenters:
  • Donavan Hornsby, Chief Market Strategy Officer, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Andy Karsner, Senior Strategist at X (formerly Google X)
  • Dr. Mark McNees, Director of ESG Education, Florida State University, Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship
  • Sally Van Cleve, ESG Consultant, McNees Group
  • R. Mukund, Founder and CEO, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Amanda Petzinger, Associate Vice President, Global Subscriber Development, Benchmark Digital Partners
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Break & Networking
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Sustainability & ESG Insights

Introduction/Closing:

Moderator: Pippa Stevens, Markets Reporter, CNBC.com

Panelists:

  • Andy Karsner, Senior Strategist at X (formerly Google X)
  • Matthew Rusk, Head of North America Regional Hub, Global Reporting Initiative
  • Gretchen Hancock, ESG Principal, Global Infrastructure Partners
  • Herman Baker, Corporate EHS & Sustainability Director, Carestream
  • Donavan Hornsby, Chief Market Strategy Officer, Benchmark Digital Partners
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
The State of ESG - Regulation, Standards, Trends, Solutions

Get timely, practical insights on materiality and reporting, reporting frameworks and global regulatory updates, industry trends, and the state of ESG-enabling technology.

Speakers:

  • Dr. Christine Haman, Sustainability and ESG Manager, Trinity Consultants
  • Brendan Walsh, Partnerships Account Manager, CDP
  • Randy Burgdorf, Senior Leader, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Kevin O’Neill, Senior Manager, Benchmark Digital Partners
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
ESG Data Automation & Cross-Functional Integration

Discover how you can transition from spreadsheets to automation and unify your systems and teams – including industry case studies on practical deployment of sustainability programs for ESG impact.

Speakers:

  • Martha Amram, CEO, GLYNT
  • Amanda Petzinger, Associate Vice President, Global Subscriber Development, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Vijay Alluru, Chief Product Operations Officer, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Matt Bayuk, Chief Platform & Systems Officer, Benchmark Digital Partners
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Room: Fleming/Siesta
Best Practices & Learning Sessions: Environmental

Trends, frameworks, sustainability program management, and a case study in decarbonization/Net Zero.

Speakers:

  • Allie Wiegel, Carbon Services Sr. Project Manager, Antea Group
  • Amanda Petzinger, Associate Vice President, Global Subscriber Development, Benchmark Digital Partners
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Room: Largo
Best Practices & Learning Sessions: Social

Trends, frameworks, and case studies in health & safety and responsible sourcing.

  • Randy Burgdorf, Senior Leader, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Donavan Hornsby, Chief Market Strategy Officer, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Jenny Yu, Associate Director, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Anthony Chen, Customer Relationship Manager, Benchmark Digital Partners
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Room: Cedar
Best Practices & Learning Sessions: Governance

Trends, frameworks, governance digitization best practices, and a case study in risk, document, and audit program management.

Speaker:

  • Minahil Choudry, ESG Reporting Specialist, Sustainable Business Consulting, LLC
  • Donavan Hornsby, Chief Market Strategy Officer, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Susan Boone, Senior Director, Benchmark Digital Partners
  • Kevin O’Neill, Senior Manager, Benchmark Digital Partners
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Networking Dinner and Post-Dinner Event

Enjoy the lively atmosphere and the Latin-inspired menu at Mango’s Tropical Cafe in Orlando!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast and Registration
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Plenary Session: Exploring Product Innovations for Operations, Programs & Functions—the Building Blocks for Sustainability & ESG Impact

Discover how you can unlock significant performance gains and business value with new digital capabilities that enable operational & compliance excellence. Hear from industry leaders about their digital journeys thus far and how technology solutions will continue to shape their operational and ESG programs.

Moderator: Mark Stoler, Benchmark Executive Council Chairman, Benchmark ESG

Panelists:

  • Herman Baker, Corporate EHS & Sustainability Director, Caresteam
  • Allison Montgomery, Vice President, Health and Safety, WestRock Company
  • Michael Hagerty, Vice President of Safety and Security, Flowers Food and Subsidiaries
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Break & Networking

Grab a quick snack and beverage while taking the time to meet our partners, network with industry leaders, and connect with Benchmark experts.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Speaker Panel: Benchmark AI & Advanced Technologies—Subscriber Success Stories

Learn how industry leaders are deploying the latest Benchmark Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Advanced Technology solutions and generating significant value across their function and enterprise with advanced capabilities that can transform quality and safety programs and dramatically reduce risk.

Panelists:

  • Dave Roberts, Vice President Environment Health Safety, The Heico Companies LLC
  • Michael Melnyk, Head of Quality – North America, TK Elevator
  • Christopher Mckee, Americas EHS Manager – Renewables – Wind, FieldCore
  • Jeremy Rowlette, EHS Management Systems Director, GE Appliances | a Haier Company
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Room: Fleming
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Risk + Compliance Management Track

Discover how you can revolutionize your company’s Regulatory, Audit, and Inspection program through digital solutions that streamline and simplify processes from start to finish. Sit down and share insights with one another; and hear from members of our subscriber community who have taken their operations to another level with the help of Benchmark Digital’s tools. Then, join us on a guided tour through our full suite of digital Regulatory, Audit, and Inspection tools and the features we’ve recently developed, plus a sneak peek of further enhancements we’re developing to make your life even easier. Stay tuned for updates and additional exciting details!

Speakers:

  • Sarah Marshman, Enterprise EHS Program Manager, Trane Technologies
  • Bardia Bina, CEO, Interaptix Augmented Reality
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Room: Siesta
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Safety & Occupational Health Track

Jump into a triple play as we highlight three of our most versatile digital solutions in the Safety & Occupational Health Track: Permit to Work, LOTO, and Contractor Manager. We’ll get to hear from members of our subscriber community on how they leveraged these tools to truly streamline and facilitate their operations & processes. Learn about crucial, robust data migration capabilities from Martha Amram, CEO of GLYNT, one of our many proud partners. Then, we’ll showcase highlights of new features we’ve developed for Permit to Work, LOTO, and Contractor Manager; and look ahead at what the latter half of 2022 has in store for improvements and enhancements. Stay tuned for updates and additional exciting details!

Speaker:

  • Martha Amram, CEO, GLYNT
  • Shawn French, Associate Director – Health, Safety and Environment, Eli Lilly and Company
  • Mike Adams, Senior Principal, Eli Lilly and Company
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Room: Largo
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Environmental, Chemical Management & PSM Track

When it comes to managing your organizational impact on the environment, how are you reducing your footprint, ensuring regulatory compliance, and sharing improvement data with key stakeholders?

Benchmark ESG’s Environmental Compliance solutions enable you to simplify your air, water, and waste regulatory compliance programs by streamlining data collection and engaging subject matter experts for improvement initiatives. Explore the latest digital features for annual air reporting—including integrated data options and calculation models as well as tools you can use to drive reporting standardization within your waste management programs. Hear from Benchmark subscribers on their successes, and learn how we’re integrating all your environmental data so you can analyze your environmental impact and enable ESG performance improvements.

Speaker: Alice Harman, Senior Engineer, Huco Consulting

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Room: Cedar
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Quality & Operational Programs Track

Plug into flexible best practice-based workflows for quality programs like Quality Concern Reporting to report and track quality-related concerns and incidents for follow-up. Benchmark’s Quality Solutions feature intuitive forms out-of-the-box, fully configurable for your unique quality processes allowing you to launch initiatives quickly. All tools in our digital QMS suite include standard responsibility assignment, scheduling, escalation, email notifications, closure management, and reporting to centralize and digitize your quality program.

We will also showcase exciting new solution workflows and features put into practice such as batch concern interfaces, integrated problem-solving templates (like 8D), as well as integrated incident reporting for customer complaints, defects, non-conformances. Hear from Mike Melnyk (Head of Quality, North America at TK Elevator) as he dives into the role digital solutions play in fostering quality management excellence and program transformation and share your own insights, challenges, and experiences with peers.

Speaker: Michael Melnyk, Head of Quality – North America, TK Elevator

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Break & Networking
2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: Fleming
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Risk + Compliance Management Track

Join this interactive session to uncover how Benchmark’s digital solutions can enable you to effectively identify, address, and mitigate underlying operational & compliance risks and deliver an overall management systems implementation. Hear from Basi Garza on how Benchmark’s applications enabled them to streamline environmental monitoring and compliance and achieve ISO 14001 certification.

Our team of experts will also showcase exciting new standard and custom features available across our Risk Management tools—including new Risk Registry Workflows, Process Risk Heatmap with Tableau®, and newly available Risk Management forms—as well as provide an update on our progress with the Benchmark ISO Dashboard, and share exciting product roadmap plans for 2022.

Speaker: Basi Garza, Senior Manager EHS, StandardAero

2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: Siesta
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Safety & Occupational Health Track

Learn more about how Benchmark’s Incident Management & Occupational Health solutions can provide a solid foundation for cohesive, cross-functional program management across health & safety, medical, quality, and risk management teams.

We’ll provide a showcase of newly available features across our Incident Management and Med Care modules, including the latest on our AI Advisors, integrated EHSQ reporting, and the new Occ Care Portal! Hear first-hand experiences with Benchmarks Incident Management & Occupational Health solutions from Noy Pascual (Westrock), collaborate and innovate with your peers, share best practices, and help us iterate upon our solutions to fit your business needs.

Speaker: Noy Pascual, Senior Manager, Safety Management, WestRock 

2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: Largo
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Environmental, Chemical Management & PSM Track

Simplify the way you manage site chemicals and process safety standards to protect against employee health and safety risks!

In this joint session, learn about the latest updates and feature enhancements to our Chemical Management and Change Management (MOC) solutions.

• Take a deep dive into our Safety Data Sheet (SDS) System, including upgrades to our mobile and QR code capabilities and SDS version maintenance improvements. Join us as we showcase our new Tier II reports, with partners at Trinity Consultants, and discover how you can take advantage of AI for chemical risk insights!
• Explore MOC Manager updates, including new functionality for assessing risks as part of the change process, upgraded data mining report capabilities, and a subscriber case study, spotlighting successful MOC Manager deployment strategies

Speakers:

  • Meghan Foley, Principal Consultant, Trinity Consultants
  • Tyler Joyce, Environmental, Health, and Safety Analyst,JELD-WEN Inc
  • Mike Jackson, MOC Coordinator, INEOS Oligomers

 

2:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: Cedar
Solution Innovation Workgroup: Quality & Operational Programs Track

Join this session to hear about the latest updates and feature enhancements to our Equipment Compliance & Reliability solutions. We’ll take a deep dive into our Equipment Tracker and Maintenance Manager application modules and showcase new and improved available features to streamline your day-to-day operations, minimize lost production and prevent unnecessary asset expenses! Hear first-hand insights on implementation and equipment maintenance program successes from Dan Valleau (Environmental Engineer at Wakefern Food Corp) and share your own experiences with other peers within our subscriber community! Finally, you’ll also get a glimpse into our product roadmap for 2022 and beyond, including the planned availability of Equipment Inventory List as a core feature (standard) within System Management Tools (SMT), seamlessly extensible into Equipment Tracker; and additional app integrations with Equipment Tracker for Concern Reporting; as well as a new parts inventory sub-module within Equipment Tracker.

Speaker: Dan Valleau, Environmental Engineer, Wakefern Food Corp.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Optional Business One-on-One Meetings

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Biography

Vijay Alluru currently serves as the Chief Product Operations Officer at Benchmark ESG™ (the next generation of Gensuite®).
Vijay has over two decades of experience developing, managing, and marketing cutting-edge software solutions (SaaS) in Environmental, Health & Safety, and Compliance functions. He has successfully directed the overall product strategy as a highly valued member of the Executive Team at Benchmark ESG, directly instrumental in driving the technology roadmaps for several products, and building out and mentoring UX, Product and Infrastructure teams globally. Vijay is passionate about solving critical business problems through innovative technologies, including Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
He holds a Master’s in Management Information Systems from University of Akron and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Osmania University.