President’s Message: May 2026
Greetings, NC Chapter!
As this year comes to a close please connect with us at our next Chapter and Technical meeting(s). You can register via the webpage at NC.ASSP.ORG/Event. Please see the flyer for the upcoming speaker this May. We had a great year as a chapter, and we look forward to much continued success in the future and more involvement from our robust group of Chapter members!
If you haven’t already don’t forget to submit the Social Outing Survey to determine a good location for our members to network while having fun.
See at the next meeting!
Frieda Sanders
President, ASSP NC Chapter
President’s Message – August 2025
Greetings safety professionals and welcome to another chapter year!
This is my first year serving as Chapter President and I, along with the Executive Committee, are excited to kick off the year and have goals set for another great year in safety!
The NC Chapter is turning 70 at the end of the year and we want all members to share in the celebration and campaign – “70 Years in Safety!” Visit our Chapter website often for updates on this event and other meetings as well.
The Chapter completed its 9th consecutive year as a Platinum Level Chapter. This is quite an accomplishment! Great work everyone! Keep up the momentum!
Read More→President’s Message – December 2024

The ASSP NC Chapter took a break from meetings to enjoy dinner and fellowship at our December Holiday Celebration!
It has been another successful first half of the physical year for the Chapter. The Chapter has a membership of over 450, and we’ve accomplished Platinum status 8 consecutive years.
Next year, December 13, 2025, we will celebrate our 70th anniversary as a Chapter. A celebration is being planned and would love to have as many retired, new, and current members in attendance. Keep checking back via the website for updates on that event.
ASSP North Carolina Chapter – American Society of Safety Professionals
Thanks to Our Membership for All that You do!
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy Holidays, Happy New Year!
Doug Gaylord, MSOS, CHMM, SMS, RSO
ASSP NC Chapter President
President’s Message – August 2024
Greetings Safety Professionals and Welcome to another Chapter Year!
The NC Chapter is turning 70 this year and we want All Members to be a part of that Accomplishment! Check the Chapter website often for updates on this event and other meetings as well. https://nc.assp.org/
I’m entering my second year as Chapter President and look forward to making our 70th year a great one!
The Chapter completed its 8th consecutive year as a Platinum Level Chapter. What an Accomplishment! Great work Membership!
ASSP NC Chapter Leadership (2024-2025):
President – Doug Gaylord
President Elect – Frieda Sanders
Secretary – Robin Barfield
Treasurer – Jon Wallace
Delegates – Ogaga Tebehaevu and Doug Gaylord
Awards Chair – Jessica Frederick
Member at Large – Jeff Medlin
ASSP NC Chapter Leadership (2024-2025) – Open Positions:
Membership Chair
Government Affairs Chair
Website/Communications Chair
Nominations and Elections Chair
Click the link below to learn more about each position:
https://www.assp.org/community-leader-resources/chapters/chapter-leadership-roles
Don’t just be a member, be an engaged member!
The NC Chapter website can be found at: https://nc.assp.org/
Thank you for your membership in the ASSP NC Chapter.
ASSP NC Chapter President,
Doug Gaylord, MSOS, CHMM, SMS, RSO
dgaylord@dconc.gov
919-560-0038

