Contact Information
Name: Shawn M. Galloway
Company: ProAct Safety, Inc
Location: Houston, Texas
LinkedIn Profile: [Shawn M. Galloway](https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawngalloway)
Professional Role and Experience
Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Experience: Over 20 years in safety systems, strategy, culture, and leadership
Career Progression
- Joined ProAct Safety: 2005 as a Managing Consultant
- President and COO: 2008
- CEO: Since July 1, 2021
Galloway's notable roles include hosting the weekly podcast "Safety Culture Excellence®" and frequent speaking engagements at American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) conferences and events. His tenure at ProAct Safety has established him as a thought leader in the safety consultancy space, notably co-authoring several influential publications.
Publications and Recognition
Books
1. STEPS to Safety Culture Excellence (2013) – ISBN 978-1118098486, co-authored with Terry L. Mathis
2. AHMP 3rd Edition Hazardous Materials Management Desk Reference (2013) – ISBN 978-0615848013
3. Forecasting Tomorrow: The Future of Safety Excellence (2015) – ISBN 978-0692460580, co-authored with Terry L. Mathis
4. Inside Strategy: Value Creation from Within Your Organization (2016) – ISBN 978-0692631898, co-authored with Terry L. Mathis
5. Lean Behavior-Based Safety: BBS for Today’s Realities (2017) – ISBN 978-0692868263, co-authored with Terry L. Mathis
6. COACH: A Safety Leadership Fable (2023) – ISBN 979-8987387306
Awards and Recognition
- Featured in NSC Rising Stars of Safety list by National Safety Council
- Recognized as one of the 50 People Who Most Influenced EHS by EHS Today
- Listed in POWER 101 – Leaders of the EHS World, Up and Coming Thought Leaders, and 50 Leaders for Today and Tomorrow by ISHN magazine
- Received the Significant Contributor Award from ASSP Council on Practices and Standards (2016)
ProAct Safety, Inc Overview
Founded: 1993
Mission: Helping organizations achieve and sustain safety excellence through customized solutions tailored to unique organizational needs.
Core Services and Offerings
- Safety Culture Excellence: Developing and executing safety strategies to achieve transformative safety cultures and performance.
- Consulting Services: Focusing on practical, result-driven approaches for sustainable improvements.
- Workshops and Training: Providing leadership development, behavior-based safety, and other specialized safety training modules.
- Measurement and Analysis: Utilizing safety measurement/metrics, perception surveys, and transformational Pareto analysis to drive proactive safety improvements.
Consulting Philosophy
ProAct Safety's philosophy emphasizes safety excellence by distinguishing between "basic safety" and "safety excellence," focusing on practical and customized solutions that align theoretical knowledge with workplace realities. They prioritize sustainable results and continuous improvement through a collaborative, client-centered consulting model.
Notable Projects and Clients
ProAct Safety has executed over 2,000 projects across various industries globally, showcasing their competence in handling diverse safety cultures and operational excellence challenges. Their commitment to tailored solutions fosters long-term, sustainable safety culture improvements.
Additional Information
Military Service: Served 8 years in the United States Army, Texas Army National Guard, and Army Reserves
Education: Degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix
Other Ventures: Co-owner of Galloway Cattle Company in Hockley, Texas
Galloway's extensive background in safety consulting, strategic initiative leadership, and recognized thought leadership positions him as a key influencer in the field of workplace safety. His contributions have significantly impacted safety performance standards and practices globally.
