Sponsor Info
Topic One:
Natural Gas & Carbon Monoxide Safety
Learn about natural gas and carbon monoxide safety, the properties of natural gas and propane and indications of a gas leak. There will be demonstrations!
Rose M. Berendt
Columbia Gas
Rose Berendt has been in the natural gas industry for 35 years with Columbia Gas. She is a subject matter expert regarding Field Service, National Fuel Gas Code application and Emergency Response. Rose has developed and led training for trade schools, contractors, local schools and fire departments on ICS, Fire Safety Training and Emergency Response.
Topic Two:
The Connection Between Nutrition & Well-Being
Discover how nutrition is linked to your health and happiness. Learn from the Blue Zones, which are unique areas of the world known for healthy lifestyle habits and longevity. See how Primary and Secondary Food can improve your health and potentially reduce dependency on some medications. You will leave with the knowledge and confidence to make more informed decisions about your nutrition.
Monica Poirier, Marketing Manager & Wellness Coordinator
Mid-City Electric / Technologies
Monica began as an interdepartmental assistant but quickly transferred to the marketing department at Mid-City Electric / Technologies. Her education is in fine arts with a focus on electronic media and her talent for video production and photography has helped form the brand of the company. Inspired by employee needs during the pandemic, Monica also launched the Wellness Program within Mid-City, and now offers Health Coaching, Nutrition Coaching and Personal Training along with overseeing all Wellness initiatives companywide. She is an Integrated Nutrition Certified Health Coach, a Certified International Health Coach and a Certified Professional Bird Trainer.