May 15, 2025 | Nashville, Tennessee
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Get Ready for an Unparalleled Experience

At the annual Benchmark Gensuite Customer Conference hosted at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown! As a valued member of the Benchmark Gensuite community, this is your exclusive invitation to immerse yourself in a dynamic blend of product updates, thought provoking EHS and Sustainability focused sessions led by industry experts, and exciting networking events with peers.
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Join Us in Person in Nashville, Tennessee!

You’ll hear from an outstanding lineup of speakers and discover new ways to achieve next-level operational & business gains with powerful, lasting impact.

Book Your Stay!

We have secured the lowest hotel rates at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown. Located next to Music City Center and Bridgestone Arena, the hotel offers a beautiful location to connect during the conference and explore downtown Nashville!
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Partners

Partnering with Benchmark Gensuite at Impact 2025 gives your brand an opportunity to expand your reach and connect with key decision-makers. Choose from one of our sponsorship packages, available first come-first serve.

Scheduled Sessions

Skills Training

7:30 - 8:30am CT

Breakfast & Registration

8:30am - 12:00pm CT

Morning Trainings and Showcases

Embark on a transformative journey with our Tableau® Editor & Designer Training. During this in-person session, Benchmark Experts for Dashboards & Analytics will take you on a deep dive 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

Join this interactive session — designed for Site Leaders, Power Users, Organizational Leads, and new Business Administrators — to connect one-on-one with our Benchmark experts and learn how to best lead, support, and monitor your Benchmark Gensuite deployment; as well as have the opportunity to network with other active users to share insights, advice, and best practices!

After this session, you’ll have the necessary tools to establish an action plan that will take your organization & functional initiatives to the next level.

Join our Benchmark Gensuite experts for a guided tour through our Core EHS modules. This unique, hands-on opportunity gives you insight into how to get the most out of each application and connect with your industry peers in deeper discussions. After this session, you will:

  • Understand how to get started in each of our Core EHS applications:ATS, I&M, Concern Reporting and Inspection Tool
  • Learn the ins and outs of key functionalities in each application
  • Learn about implementation strategies and Tip & Tricks

Join our interactive session to explore how our AI-powered solutions are transforming EHS+ Sustainability processes. In this session, Benchmark Gensuite experts will walk you through live demonstrations of cutting-edge features such as Suggest, Image Analyzer, and more, highlighting how our Helper AI and Model AI tools can enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and uncover critical insights.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see how AI can elevate your EHS + Sustainability practices and drive measurable improvements with Benchmark Gensuite transformative solutions!

New at the 2025 IMPACT Conference, join us for a discussion on End-to-End Risk Management across Safety program implementations. Learn how the Benchmark Gensuite safety management system solutions can help mitigate risks through Safety Risk Assessments, Control of Work, Chemical Management, and Frontline Safety. Discover the different approaches required for successful implementation and adoption and explore the importance of connecting safety programs with front-line workers. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of safety program implementations on the Benchmark Gensuite platform

10:30am - 11:00am CT

Break

12:00pm - 1:00pm CT

Lunch

1:00pm - 4:30pm CT

Afternoon Trainings and Showcases

NEW at the 2025 Impact Conference, take a deep dive into the world of report modification, data customization, and dashboard personalization using the Benchmark Analytics platform powered by Power BI. Mirroring the content of our popular Benchmark Tableau Editor & Designer Training, this session will equip you with the skills to navigate the Dashboard & Analytics module, discover and leverage pre-built Power BI content, and construct visually compelling, data-driven visualizations tailored to your unique requirements.

Join us as we unlock the full potential of Benchmark Analytics with the versatility and capabilities of Power BI!

Join this interactive session — designed for Site Leaders, Power Users, Organizational Leads, and new Business Administrators — to connect one-on-one with our Benchmark experts and learn how to best lead, support, and monitor your Benchmark Gensuite deployment; as well as have the opportunity to network with other active users to share insights, advice, and best practices!

After this session, you’ll have the necessary tools to establish an action plan that will take your organization & functional initiatives to the next level.

Join our Benchmark Gensuite experts for a guided tour through our Core EHS modules. This unique, hands-on opportunity gives you insight into how to get the most out of each application and connect with your industry peers in deeper discussions. After this session, you will:

  • Understand how to get started in each of our Core EHS applications: ATS, I&M, Concern Reporting and Inspection Tool
  • Learn the ins and outs of key functionalities in each application
  • Learn about implementation strategies and Tip & Tricks

Learn how you can leverage the Benchmark Sustainability, Product Stewardship and Disclosure Reporting solutions suite to manage your sustainability & stewardship programs from utility invoices to regulated & voluntary disclosures, to expanding to your supply chain. In this session, we will feature solution capabilities for calculating your environmental footprint, engaging your supply chain for Scope 3 and supplier sustainability initiatives, measuring sustainability improvement projects, tracking progress towards Net Zero and other targets, and disclosure performance in alignment with various reporting frameworks such as the CSRD, California SB 253 & 261, CDP and more. We will be joined by the sustainability consulting experts at Langan to provide a more comprehensive landscape of best practices on building a successful pathway from operational sustainability to regulatory compliance throughout the supply chain.

Featured Guest Co-Presenters:

  • Devesh SinhaAssociate Principal, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services linkedin icon
  • Beattie McNeal – EHS Client Manager, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services  linkedin icon
New at the 2025 IMPACT Conference, join us for a discussion on End-to-End Risk Management across Safety program implementations. Learn how the Benchmark Gensuite safety management system solutions can help mitigate risks through Safety Risk Assessments, Control of Work, Chemical Management, and Frontline Safety. Discover the different approaches required for successful implementation and adoption and explore the importance of connecting safety programs with front-line workers. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of safety program implementations on the Benchmark Gensuite platform.

3:00pm - 3:30pm CT

Break

6:00pm - 9:00pm CT

Dinner and Welcome Reception

Start your conference experience with an exclusive evening designed for connection and collaboration. Join the Benchmark team, subscribers, and partners for a dynamic welcome dinner on Wednesday, May 14th, from 6:00–9:00 PM, on the 4th floor of the Embassy Suites Hilton Nashville Downtown.

Enjoy exceptional cuisine, forge meaningful connections, and set the stage for a successful 2025 Impact Conference. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders and peers in an engaging and sophisticated atmosphere!

The Main Event

7:30 - 8:30am CT

Breakfast and Registration

8:30 - 8:45am CT

Welcome & Kickoff

Join us as we kick off the Benchmark Gensuite Impact Conference 2025! The conference promises a lineup of thought-provoking presentations and engaging discussions that will undoubtedly provide valuable insights and learning opportunities for all in attendance. We look forward to your active participation and the exchange of ideas that will contribute to the overall success of our conference.

8:45 - 9:45am CT

Keynote: Benchmark Gensuite - Your Mission; Our Purpose

One year ago, we began the next chapter in our AI evolution together, building on a heritage of collaborative innovation to integrate this community’s ideas for AI capabilities across more than 20 applications. Let’s catch up on how this family of AI solutions, including our new frontline safety solution ANVL, are delivering real business value – and look ahead to the next frontier: agentic AI.

9:45 - 10:15am  CT

Break

10:15 - 10:45am  CT

Market Insights: Exploring EHS, Sustainability, Operational Risk, AI & Tech!

Learn more about the latest global business priorities and market trends shaping EHS, Sustainability, & Operational Risk Management in 2025 and beyond in this insightful discussion co-hosted by Benchmark Gensuite’s Chief Strategy Officer Donavan Hornsby and special guest David Metcalfe, CEO of Verdantix.

10:45 - 12:00pm CT

Speaker Panel

Co-hosted by Benchmark Gensuite’s Chief Strategy Officer Donavan Hornsby and special guest David Metcalfe, CEO of Verdantix, this year’s always-popular panel discussion will exploring current and emerging challenges in EHS and Operational Risk with a host of diverse industry leaders.  Panelists: 
  • Donavan HornsbyChief Market Strategy Officer, Benchmark Gensuite  linkedin icon
  • David Metcalfe – CEO, Verdantix  linkedin icon
  • Allison Montgomery – Vice President EHS, Applied Materials  linkedin icon
  • Brian Bartal –  Chief Safety Officer, Unifi  linkedin icon 
  • Doug Pontsler – Chairman and Managing Director, Cove  linkedin icon
  • Helen Watts – Global Health Safety & Environment Director, Atmus Filtration Technologies  linkedin icon

12:00 - 1:00pm CT

Lunch

1:00 - 2:30pm PM

Breakout Sessions:

Join us for an interactive workshop where we’ll address the latest business trends and digitization innovations for incident management and occupational health. Engage with industry experts and peers in a dynamic session that will kick off with a strategic overview of the current landscape, followed by identifying and prioritizing digital innovations such as AI-assisted documentation, smart data protocols, and automated compliance monitoring.  

Featured Speakers:

  • Chris Masters – Sr. Director, Global Environmental, Health & Safety, Tropicana  linkedin icon
  • Greg Stevens – AVP, Digital EHS/Sustainability Program Lead, AECOM linkedin icon
  • Nigel Watt – EHS Digital Services Delivery Lead, AECOM linkedin icon

This breakout session will explore three key aspects of workplace safety: ergonomics, safety data sheet (SDS) management, and contractor management. Participants will learn practical strategies to optimize employee health, ensure effective hazard communication, and maintain a safe work environment when external parties are involved. 

Featured Speakers:

  • Lisa Brooks – Principal, NexusHSE  linkedin icon
  • Reed Hanoun – CEO, 3motionAI  linkedin icon

Join us for a crucial session that addresses the escalating imperatives of sustainability within the dynamic sphere of modern business. Organizations are currently intensifying their efforts in sustainability, contending with the dual complexities of handling an expanding array of data points and engaging a diverse group of stakeholders. In this session, attendees will learn how to stay ahead with efficient reporting strategies.

Featured Speaker:

  • Benjamin Robinson – Senior Director, Climate at Sodali & Co  linkedin icon

2:30 - 3:00pm CT

Break

3:00 - 4:30pm PM

Breakout Sessions:

 This session will provide best practices for streamlining your organization’s approach to compliance obligation management, auditing, and inspection management. You’ll also hear from an experienced subscriber who will share their real-world experiences with our compliance obligation, inspection, and audit management solutions. And get a sneak peek into what the future holds for these sophisticated tools.  

Featured Speakers:

  • Myles Peterson – Director- Global Process Safety, SI Group  linkedin icon
  • Shannon Major – Director Of Partnerships, STP ComplianceEHS linkedin icon

Designed for EHS leaders, safety managers, operations supervisors, this session will dive into critical safety processes for managing control of work and operational risks. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with the tools and insights to enhance safety controls and amplify the role of frontline workers in creating a safer workplace.

Featured Speakers:

  • Monti Zimmerman – Director, Safety & Environmental, Ohio CAT  linkedin icon
  • Charles Jenkins – Senior Network Forum Leader, National Safety Council  linkedin icon
  • Joseph Richardson – Global Health & Safety Senior Specialist, Cummins Inc.  linkedin icon

This session will dive into product stewardship as a holistic approach to managing the environmental, health, and safety aspects of a product throughout its lifecycle. A key focus is addressing risks within the supply chain, including supplier compliance, regulatory tracking, hazardous materials management, product traceability, and circular economy principles.  

Featured Speakers:

  • Dimitri Hollis – Global Product Stewardship Senior Manager, Takeda  linkedin icon
  • Dakota Carroll – Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, Amphenol Corporation  linkedin icon

4:30 - 5:30pm CT

Session Report-Outs & Meeting Close

Each breakout session will feature a representative report on the top AI-driven product innovation idea(s) discussed during the session. A panel of judges will then engage with the presenters, asking questions, challenging the ideas, and ultimately voting to determine the most compelling AI-centric product innovation. Join us to learn more about these cutting-edge, AI-driven product innovations that are shaping the future!

6:00 - 7:00pm CT

The Country Music Hall of Fame is just a few blocks away from the hotel/conference venue! We encourage you to enjoy a short walk through the iconic streets of Nashville.  
 
However, transportation will be provided for those needing assistance. Shuttle buses will be available to transport guests from the hotel lobby to the event venue. Pickup times from the lobby are scheduled for 6:00 PM and 6:30 PM. Guests are encouraged to arrive at the lobby 5-10 minutes prior to their desired pickup time to ensure a smooth and timely departure 

6:00 - 10:00pm CT

Dinner

Step into the heart of Nashville’s rich musical heritage with an exclusive evening at the iconic Country Music Hall of Fame. Join the Benchmark team, subscribers, and partners for a memorable night featuring a private museum tour, live music, dinner, and exceptional networking opportunities.

The evening begins with appetizers and drinks at 6:00 PM, followed by museum tours from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Dinner will begin at 7:00 PM.

Looking to continue the conversation? Join us for an after-party at the legendary Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge starting at 10:00 PM. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, unwind, and experience the best of Nashville!

Business Planning

7:30am - 8:30pm CT

Breakfast

8:00am - 12:30pm CT

Business Meetings:

We invite you to reserve a room at our customer conference to engage with your teams, discuss and operationalize what you’ve learned, and explore how you can apply those insights to drive deeper engagement with our platform and results for your business. This is the perfect opportunity to gather your colleagues, review the key takeaways from the event, and strategize on how to implement them in the coming year.
This is an opportunity for you to meet with your Benchmark Gensuite service team and executives to cover specific business needs, explore new product features, and identify areas where Benchmark Gensuite can further support your success. Our team is here to listen, understand your challenges, and collaborate on tailored solutions that drive measurable results. 

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Meet Our Featured Speakers

David Metcalfe

David Metcalfe

CEO, Verdantix

Allison Montgomery

Vice President EHS, Applied Materials

Brian Bartal

Chief Safety Officer, Unifi

Doug Pontsler

Chairman and Managing Director, Cove

Helen Watts

Global Health Safety & Environment Director, Atmus Filtration Technologies

Joseph Richardson

Global Health & Safety Senior Specialist, Cummins Inc.

Monti Zimmerman

Director, Safety & Environmental, Ohio CAT

Myles Peterson

Director- Global Process Safety, SI Group

Dimitri Hollis

Global Product Stewardship Senior Manager, Takeda

Benjamin Robinson

Senior Director, Climate at Sodali & Co

Chris Masters

Sr. Director, Global Environmental, Health & Safety, Tropicana

Dakota Carroll

Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, Amphenol Corporation

Devesh Sinha

Associate Principal, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services

Beattie McNeal

EHS Client Manager, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services

Benjamin Robinson

Senior Director, Climate at Sodali & Co

Dakota Carroll

Supply Chain Sustainability Manager, Amphenol Corporation

Meet Our Speakers

R Mukund

Founder & CEO

Donavan Hornsby

Chief Market Strategy Officer

Natasha Porter

Chief Customer Officer

Amanda Petzinger

VP, Sustainability, Stewardship, Supply Chain, & ESG Solutions

Susan Boone

Associate VP, Subscriber Services

Jeremy Garner

Associate VP, Implementation & Delivery Excellence

Kasee Stewart

Associate VP, Subscriber Services

Kent Kelsch

VP, Subscriber Services

Randy Burgdorf

Director, Stewardship & Supply Chain Digital Solutions

Zach Taylor

VP, ANVL

Laura Fiume

Senior Director, Strategic Solutioning & Offerings

Jake Oswald

Associate Director, Solutions Implementation & Consulting

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