Dave Rice, Rubicon EHS
Session Summary
This presentation empowers new businesses to take a proactive, risk-based approach to environmental compliance. Instead of treating compliance as paperwork or a regulatory burden, participants will learn how to build compliance into their business processes from the very beginning. Key insights include identifying early environmental risks, designing processes to manage them, and aligning compliance with operational growth. The session emphasizes that regulatory minimums are just the starting point for resilient business practices. Attendees will leave with a practical framework to ensure their business is compliant, efficient, and prepared for future change.
Abstract
Environmental compliance is not optional—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This session offers a risk-based, process-driven approach to embedding environmental compliance into the fabric of your new business. Instead of scrambling to meet regulatory demands after the fact, businesses can build compliant systems from day one by identifying environmental risks early, designing processes to address them, and aligning compliance with operational goals.
Attendees will learn how to translate environmental regulations into practical, integrated workflows that safeguard their operations while avoiding costly penalties and delays. We’ll explore common gaps in startup compliance, how to prioritize actions based on risk, and how to use compliance as a building block for operational excellence. Start smart— and stay compliant—with a design-first approach to environmental risk and regulatory requirements.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the key environmental regulations that impact new businesses.
- Use a risk-based approach to identify and prioritize environmental compliance needs early.
- Design core processes that build compliance into everyday operations.
- See environmental compliance as a path to stronger, more resilient business growth
Bio
Dave Rice is a seasoned Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professional with over 20 years of experience delivering compliance-focused solutions across a wide range of industries—including energy storage, chemical manufacturing, food and beverage, warehousing, and automotive. As the Founder and Principal Consultant of Rubicon EHS, he partners with organizations of all sizes—from startups to large manufacturers—to develop practical, effective EHS programs that align with operational goals and foster a strong culture of safety and performance.
Dave’s technical expertise spans regulatory compliance, program development, auditing, training, and hazardous materials management. Earlier in his career, he led environmental due diligence and remediation projects, gaining a solid foundation in site assessments, corrective action planning, and facility closures—experience that continues to inform his holistic, solutions-oriented approach to EHS strategy.
Known for his pragmatic and down-to-earth speaking style, Dave is a sought-after presenter who excels at translating complex regulations into clear, actionable insights. He frequently speaks on topics such as sustainability, industrial safety, and compliance strategy, and has presented at national and regional events including the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP) National Conference, Ohio Safety Congress, Ohio Craft Brewers Association Annual Conference, the Ohio Oil and Gas Association, and numerous local safety councils throughout Ohio.
In recognition of his subject matter expertise and public speaking experience, Dave was added to the AHMP Distinguished Lecturers Roster in 2024.
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