What does it take to build a culture of safety when mistakes are unforgiving and lives depend on flawless execution?
Marc Koehler brings a powerful perspective shaped by spending 300 days per year under the oceans surface as the SUBSAFE Quality Assurance and Safety Officer. In his keynote, Safety From the Silent Depths, Koehler explores how leadership, trust, and disciplined systems come together to create a culture where safety is not just a priority—but a way of life.
Drawing on real-world experiences from operating in silent, confined, and mission-critical conditions, Koehler translates lessons learned beneath the surface into practical insights for today’s workplaces. His message resonates deeply with organizations navigating complex labor environments, workforce safety challenges, and the responsibility of leading people through pressure, change, and risk.
Marc Koehler’s keynote will challenge leaders to rethink how safety, leadership, and trust intersect—and how those principles can strengthen organizations across the meat and protein industry.
 

Get the essential labor and employment updates every meat and poultry employer needs to know. This fast-paced session breaks down the latest legal rulings, regulatory shifts, and enforcement priorities impacting employee relations in our industry —from wage and hour trends to changes in enforcement agency priorities. . Attendees will walk away with clear, actionable guidance to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and stay ahead of the rapidly evolving legal landscape.