Staff Directory

Jennifer McNelly

Chief Executive Officer

Jennifer McNelly works with the Board of Directors to execute ASSP’s strategic plan for growth while building on the Society’s 108-year legacy and addressing the evolving needs of the professional occupational safety and health community. She leads 75 staff members and more than 35,000 safety and health professionals worldwide.

McNelly most recently was president of 180 Skills LLC, an online career and technical education company aimed at closing the manufacturing skills gap. Prior to that, McNelly was president of The Manufacturing Institute, the nonprofit affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). A University of Maryland College Park graduate, McNelly was named among the 100 Women Leaders in STEM. Read full bio. Contact Jennifer.

Jim Nulsen

Chief Innovation and Growth Officer

Jim Nulsen oversees ASSP’s Sales/Business Development, Corporate Engagement, and Standards Development and Technical Services teams. He is responsible for advancing ASSP’s organizational growth, industry influence and innovation by translating technical safety expertise and standards into scalable market solutions and sustainable revenue.

Nulsen joined ASSP in 2026. Prior to ASSP, he was the Founder and Principal Consultant at Growth Disco LLC, where he served as Fractional Revenue Leader for Ally Safety. In this role, he led the company’s revenue and growth strategy across sales, client success, retention, partnerships, channels and sponsorships.

Nulsen has a proven track record of building scalable growth strategies, developing new partnership models and creating new sources of revenue. He holds a B.S. in Business and Marketing from Miami University in Ohio. Contact Jim.

Kim McDowell

Chief Engagement Officer

Kim McDowell oversees ASSP’s membership and communities team that interacts with and helps manage our chapters, practice specialties and common interest groups. This includes achieving growth and revenue targets, and helping ASSP deliver a valuable member experience through retention, recruitment and engagement. McDowell joined ASSP in 2011 and is a member of the American Society of Association Executives. Prior to joining ASSP, she was a senior manager with SmithBucklin Corporation. She holds an M.B.A. from Loyola University and a B.A. in Communication from Purdue University. Contact Kim.

Tim Fisher

Chief Technical Officer, Safety, Health, and Well Being

Tim Fisher, CSP, CHMM, CPEA, ARM, FASSP, has been with ASSP since 1995. He provides direction in the overall administration and operation of the technical aspects of ASSP-related standards programs and publications. During his ASSP career, he also served as manager of governmental affairs and standards and director of practices and standards. Before joining ASSP, he was a safety, facilities and operations manager in the insurance industry, and he served in the U.S. Air Force. A professional member of ASSP, Fisher holds an M.S. in Industrial Management/Safety and Industrial Hygiene from Northern Illinois University, an M.A. in Public Administration from University of Illinois-Chicago and a B.A. in Management from the University of Maryland University College. Tim is a Fellow of the Society. Contact Tim.

Mary Goranson

Vice President, Workforce Development

As director of the ASSP Foundation, the Society’s charitable arm, Mary Goranson directs strategy and oversees operations for the Foundation. A staff member since 1988, Goranson is responsible for all aspects of planning and execution including development, volunteer management, financial reporting and programs, which include scholarships, research grants and leadership development. She holds a B.S. in Hospitality Management from Western Illinois University and is a member of the Association Foundation Group and the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Contact Mary.

Chris Ballman

Vice President, Events and Conferences

Chris Ballman, PHR, MSHR, oversees ASSP’s comprehensive educational offerings, including our largest annual event, the professional development conference and exposition, and our annual immersive safety education event, SafetyFOCUS. Before joining ASSP, Ballman was senior director of education and learning services for SmithBucklin, an association management company, and a training specialist and senior career consultant for Colorado Technical University. He holds a master’s degree in human resources from Loyola University Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in history from Carthage College in Kenosha, WI. Contact Chris.

Daryl Hogg

Vice President, Information Technology and Infrastructure

Daryl Hogg joined ASSP in 2025 and serves as the operational leader of the IT function, ensuring business continuity through risk management, disaster recovery and cybersecurity programs.

Hogg's responsibilities have Society-wide impact, supporting broad initiatives such as member engagement, revenue growth and system innovation. He has more than 15 years of public and private sector experience in the IT field.

Before ASSP, Hogg served for five years as senior director of IT at the Emergency Nurses Association in Schaumburg, IL. He earned an MBA in Information Technology Management from Western Governors University and a bachelor’s degree in business studies from Massey University in New Zealand. Contact Daryl.

Dawn Glossa

Vice President, Communications and Advocacy

Dawn Glossa, MPA, is a highly accomplished association executive with a robust background in communications, advocacy, public policy, change management, and organizational development. At ASSP, she leads internal and external communications and advocacy efforts. Before joining ASSP, Dawn held significant leadership roles, including Vice President of Communications at the American Health Information Management Association, Director of Corporate Communications at The Joint Commission, and Director of Marketing and Communications at the American Society of Anesthesiologists.

She holds a B.S. in Organizational Communications from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Public Administration from DePaul University. Certified in Lean Six Sigma Change Management, Dawn's expertise also extends to marketing and fundraising in non-profits, where she has a proven track record of developing and implementing successful strategies to advance organizational missions and secure vital resources. Contact Dawn.