Meet Our Team

Background: Gina is the primary Owner of OSEA, Inc. and has been an integral part of the team since the inception in 1991. Gina is fundamentally responsible for all training activities and Grants. Gina is the head of the finanical and HR departments.

Credentials: Gina has a Post Masters Certificate of Advanced Studies In Supervison and M.S. in Education.  

Background: John has more than 40 years of experience in the safety field, where he has become a nationally recognized speaker, trainer, author, and expert witness. 

Credentials: John holds a PhD; CSP; CHMM; CHCM; RPIH; CSC (NYS); CSS (NYS); certified NCCER Master Trainer.

Background: Joe trained and served as a Transportation and Operations Officer, having provided, among many other things, logistics planning and tactical operations command center control during his time in the U.S. Army. Joe is a U.S. Army Veteran.

Credentials: Joe holds a B.S. in Business Logistics; CSS (NYS).

Background: Amanda trained and served as a Military Intelligence Officer, having provided, among many other things, Force Protection and Physical Security Audits during her time in the U.S. Army. Amanda is a U.S. Army Veteran.

Credentials:  Amanda holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice; Force Protection Level II; All Source Analyst; U.S. Army Airborne.

Background: Greg has more than 30 years of experience in the safety and industrial hygiene fields, where he provides On-Site Safety Management Solutions for clients. Greg is a U.S. Airforce Veteran. 

Credentials: Greg is a certified NCCER instructor; USEPA AHERA Asbestos Management Planner; CAOHC; certified OSHA Outreach Trainer

Background: Brenda is extremely experienced and educated in both the Environmental and safety fields. She is a primary instructor and project lead for clients in the Greater Syracuse area.

Credentials: Brenda has a M.S. in Environmental Science; B.S. in Biology.

Background: Jacob is an experienced business development manager and angel investor in multiple business sectors. 

Credentials: Jacob holds a MBA in Corporate Financial Management; B.S. in Chemical Engineering.

Background: Natalie is experienced in marketing; technological assistance; market research analysis; training management, project management and operations management. 

Credentials: Natalie has an A.A.S. in Administrative Assistance and is a registered OQSG Proctor. 

Background: Emily is experienced in sales and marketing for technology, design, and consulting industries.

Credentials: Emily holds a Bachelors of Science in Marketing

Background: Liz has over 25 years of experience in the Business and Accounting fields. Liz brings her skills in finance and human resources to our team.

Credentials: Liz holds a B.S in Business Management and an A.A.S. in Accounting. She has knowledge and special training in Legal Aspects of Human Resources as well as How to Administer Budgets.

Background: Gary has 15 plus years of experience in safety and construction project management fields.

Credentials: OSHA 510 Hr; Certified ARC First Aid/CPR; Fatigue Management; Business Management Studies.

Background: Experienced in project management - design and construction, health and safety - construction, and code compliance work.

Credentials: Bachelor's of Science in Engineering and Management. OSHA 30-Hr Construction.

Background:  Tiffany has over 20 years of experience in environmental practices and safety compliance.

Certifications: Tiffany holds a degree in Environmental Technology, LO/TO certified, Machine Guarding certified, OSHA GI. 

Background: Holly has experience in accounting, office management, and data entry.

Credentials: ATF and NYS Explosives license; Vibration Analysis Certification; Journeyman Electrician Card.

Background: Jim has extensive background of more than 20 years in the environmental, health, pharmaceutical, and safety fields.

Credentials: Jim holds a M.S. in Environmental Health; B.A. in Biology; CIH.

Background: Bob holds 40+ years of experience in industrial, safety, production, educational, training, facilities, and management roles. He also holds some experience in welding, machine installations/troubleshooting, and implementing workforce training.
 

Credentials: Bob has a Masters in Career and Technical Education. 

Background: Steve has over 30 years of experience in both construction and general industry safety where he provides multiple services to our clients in the Syracuse and Albany areas.

Credentials: Steve is a NCCER Proctor & Performance Evaluator; holds a A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology; B.S. in Labor Management; OSHA Outreach Trainer; Veriforce Evaluator.

Background: Bill has more than 30 years in the safety, insurance and risk management fields.

Credentials: Bill holds a B.S. in Health, Physical Education; certified OSHA Outreach Trainer; CSP.

Background: Bob has more than 40 years of experience in the safety field, where he has gained experience as a safety engineer working on international and domestic construction sites.

Credentials: Bob holds a B.S. in Safety Engineerng; is a Certified Safety manager; Safety Training Specialist; and holds an OSHA 500 and 501 certificate. 

Biography - Brian has over 35 years of experience with environmental projects consisting of Brownfield investigations, state superfund projects, remedial investigations, and large construction health and safety projects throughout the United States.

Credentials - Brian holds a B.S. in Geosciences, OSHA 30-Hr. Construction; OSHA 40-Hr. HazWOPER; First Aid Certification; Radiation Training Certification; Fire Extinguisher Training Certification; and NYSDEC Erosion and Sediment Control Certification.

Background: Murray has over 30 years of experience in environmental, health, safety, and chemical fields helping clients solve complex industrial hygiene challenges.

Credentials: DSc in Emergency Management (ABD status); M.S. in Safety; B.A. in Chemistry; CSP.

Background: Alfred holds 30 years of experience in managing grassroots projects. Alfred has extensive knowledge of construction safety regulations, procedures, and field operations,
 

Credentials: Alfred attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana. He also has extensive NCCER training including welding, scaffolding, construction site safety master, and many more.

Background: Art has an extensive history of 25 years in demolition, heavy equipment and rigging operations as well as asbestos project supervisor. Having worked his way into safety from the trades, Art is well respected by the teams he works with.

Credentials: Art has his 30 hour OSHA Credentials, Confined Space, Excavation and Trenching, Fall Proteciton and Hazardous Waste Operations.

Background: Paul has over 20 years of experience in management, safety, construction, and instruction. Paul has worked on numerous high profile, hazardous projects as a safety manager for sub-contractors and general contractors alike.

Credentials: Paul holds a B.S in Business Education. He holds qualifications in areas such as OSHA 10-Hour Construction, Asbestos Operations & Management, Fall Protection, Trenching & Excavation, and many more.

Biography - Jon Overby has over 35 years of safety experience in industries such as explosives, propellants, nuclear, aerospace, chemical, petrochemical, gas-processing, large construction, and demolition projects with multi-subcontractors including OSHA compliance enforcement.

Credentials - Jon holds a B.S. of Occupational Safety Management; and CSP (ret.).

Background: Tom has extensive experience in operations, safety, and quality management that gives him the skills to successfully lead operations and manufacturing facilities to deliver maximum results in line with the organization's goals and objectives. Tom has experience with Lean Six Sigma and ISO 14001.

Credentials: B. S. in Business Management; and OSHA 30-Hr. Construction Safety.

Background: Robert has over 20 years of experience In the EH&S environment with strengths in OSHA safety, training, consulting, and EHS Management.

Credentials: Robert is Board Certified in Occupational Health and Safety; Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor; Certified Ergonomist; HACCP Certified; PCQI Certified; and RCRA Certified. 

Background: James has over 40 years of experience in Environmental and Safety Compliance as well as electrical contracting experience. 

Credentials: Jim has his OSHA 10-Hr. Construction; First Aid/CPR/AED certified; ISO 9001/2008 Internal Auditor Training

Background: Caitlin has an extensive background in on-site safety, quality control, accident investigation, safety auditing, and OSHA regulations. Caitlin is a US Army Veteran.

Credentials: OSHA 7845; OSHA 3095; OSHA 2264; OSHA 7205; OSHA 2015; OSHA 7500; OSHA 7505; OSHA 7200; MSHA Part 46 Training.

Background: Ray has over 40 years of experience in heavy construction, industrial hygiene and hazardous waste fields. Ray is a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and North Carolina Air National Guard CMSgt. Veteran.

Credentials: Ray holds a B.S. in Science Education; CHCM; Certified OSHA Outreach Trainer.

Background: James has over 20 years of experience in the safety and demolition fields.

Credentials: James holds a A.A.S. in Food Service Administration; B.F.I Safety Professional Certificate; OSHA Outreach Instructor.

Background: Brain has been working in the health and safety field, in both construction and manufacturing, for more than 30 years.

Credentials: Brian is Confined Space – Competent Person; Trenching & Excavation – Competent Person.

We are greatly saddened by the loss of Kelly in 2019. Kelly was by far one of the best safety professionals. She was an amazing person with one of the biggest hearts in the world. We would like to share a tribute written by Gary Smith as it truly sums up who Kelly was. 

"Kelly was a big part of my start with OSEA. She was my first friend at OSEA. She showed me how to have fun, and be proud of what we do at OSEA. She showed me ice cream and beer really do go together. She helped me learn .... care for the men/women first, apply the rules second.....
Her tenacity and strength were shown in her success as a women Safety Pro in a tough predominately male construction world. All who worked with her, respected her. Her strength and tenacity shown even more in her battle with cancer. She believed she would beat it, and if you knew Kelly you believed it too." - Gary

It was an honor and a privilege to have Kelly on our team, may she rest in peace. God Bless.

Background: Kelly has over 25 years of experience in environmental, health, safety, and security fields where she helps clients solve safety challenges in field.

Credentials: Kelly holds an A.A.S in Business Management; B.S. in Occupational Health & Safety; CSST; CSSS; CSFS.

Background: Michael has over 10 years of experience in construction safety regulations, procedures, and field operations. His on-site safety knowledge combined with his ability to plan, manage, and lead makes his an asset to any project.

Credentials: Michael holds an Associates in Applied Science and Technology; OSHA 30-Hr. Construction; Fall Protection Competent Person.

Background: George has over 35 years of experience in hazardous waste operations, construction site safety, industrial hygiene surveys, and workplace safety training. George is a US Army Veteran.

Credentials: George holds a B.S. in Geology; Certified OSHA Outreach Trainer; Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.

Background: Ken has an extensive 30-year background as a safety professional with experience as an instructor, tradesmen and labor management representative.

Credentials:  Ken holds UAW/GM CHR; Certificate in Project Management; OSHA Outreach.

Background: Biagio has more than 35 years of experience in the safety and chemical industries.

Credentials: Biagio holds a B.S. in Chemistry.

Background: Dennis has over 15 years of experience in construction safety, providing on site safety solutions and mangement. 

Credentials: Dennis holds 5 OSHA Certificates. 

Background: Scott is an experienced safety auditor, fire fighter and investigator.

Credentials: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Commercial Photography; Associate in Applied Science, Fire Science; Hazardous Materials Technician; Trench Rescue Technician; Urban Search & Rescue Technician; NC EMT; NC Firefighter II.