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Shelly Owen has served on the Portage County Safety Council Steering Committee since 2013. During that time, Shelly has been instrumental in planning annual safety programming and facilitating additional training opportunities for our members such as First Aid, CPR & AED certifications. She was dependable and faithful in service, rarely missing an event, ensuring that every monthly meeting was operating as it should. Shelly also played a key role in the 2014, 2016 and 2018 Portage County Workplace Safety & Health Expos where she helped organize the Exhibit Hall and emceed the popular Safety Feud challenge. She served as the Steering Committee Chair from July 2023-June 2025.

What did you enjoy the most about serving at the Portage County Safety Council?
“I enjoyed serving with the different teams of committee members down through the years and getting to know them on a professional and personal level as well as with our awesome members.  We do have one of the best, IF NOT THE BEST, safety councils in the state.”

What accomplishments are you most proud of during your time serving at the Portage County Safety Council?
“There are many accomplishments that I am proud of, but the best one was getting involved with the safety council.  Honestly, I was nervous when I was asked if I would be interested in serving on the steering committee.  I didn’t think I had much to offer, but I was encouraged to do it and I am so glad I did.  I have learned a wealth of knowledge from our members and our speakers.  We have great topics every month, something for everyone.  What I have taken in these last 10 years has helped me grow in my business and to incorporate what I have learned into my every day life.  Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”  Being a part of our local safety council has been one of the best investments I have ever made.”