Adam Cox

Job Title / Company:

HSE Manager / Numat

Years as an ASSP:

Member

9

Years in the Safety Industry

9

3 Key Responsibilities of Your Job

Responsible for developing and executing HSE strategy while serving as the primary advisor on risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational safety.

What or Who Inspires You

I am inspired every day by the lives I work to protect. This includes the employees in my organization, but also the downstream users of our products and the community in which we operate. There are few careers as rewarding – albeit unrecognized at times – as health and safety.

Most Meaningful Professional Achievement

I am proud of achieving both the Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designations.

Future Career Goal or Aspiration

Continuing to learn about and manage Product Stewardship activities.

Go-to Comfort Food

Savory snacks (e.g., weird chip flavors, buffalo ranch popcorn, etc.)

Hobbies/Enjoy Doing Outside of Work

Reading, traveling, and exploring new restaurants in Chicago.

Recommended TV Series to Watch or Book to Read

There Are No Accidents by Jessie Singer

Grew up in (city, state)

Libertyville, IL

College Attended / Degree Major

University of Minnesota (BS); University of Illinois Chicago (MPH)