RVP Abby Holovach hosted our end-of-term town hall fresh off Safety 2026 in Anaheim.
Here’s quick run down of what was covered:
Leadership transition (term ends June 30)
- Abby continues as Regional VP for two more years
- Belinda Powers steps into South Area Director, taking over from Patricia Reed
- Patricia Reed moves to Collegiate Student Engagement
- Deputy Regional VP role is open — reach out if interested
- Returning officers across communications, professional development, government affairs, treasury, awards, and student affairs
Across the Region
- All 13 chapters tracking well toward Platinum as COMTs come due
- North Texas Chapter-WISE launched, jointly supported by Fort Worth and Southwest chapters — and open to everyone, not just women
- IDEA program (Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) officially launched in May; surveys and chapter conversations rolling out this year
- New Finance Committee is bringing CPA support to chapters for budgeting, monthly reporting, and oversight
Mark your calendar
- July 31 webinar — Safety Beyond the Job Site: How the Energy Industry Can Disrupt Human Trafficking Networks with Lindsay Matson, Truckers Against Trafficking. CEUs applied for.
- Region III PDC at SeaWorld San Antonio — registration open, sponsorships still available
- Student Leadership Conference, April 2027 in downtown Fort Worth at the UTA Center. $99 covers two nights’ hotel, all meals, and the event. Volunteers, mentors, and sponsors needed.
Member survey takeaways
Members want more technical, industry-specific content (lithium-ion battery safety, AI, PSM, psychological safety), more CEU opportunities, and continued hybrid options. Email is the preferred channel — expect more direct outreach this term.
Want to get involved? Volunteer roles range from under an hour a month to elected officer commitments. Reach out to Abby Holovach, Region III Regional Vice President or any chapter leader.
Watch the full recording or click the links above for all the details.