Deborah L. Grubbe is an internationally recognized expert in process safety, engineering management, and operational excellence. She is the owner and president of Operations and Safety Solutions, LLC, bringing more than 30 years of leadership experience across DuPont, BP, and major global organizations. A distinguished engineering alumna of Purdue University, she has held senior corporate roles including Vice President of Group Safety and Industrial Hygiene at BP and Corporate Director of Safety and Health at DuPont. Grubbe has contributed significantly to national safety initiatives, serving on the NASA Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel and supporting the Columbia Shuttle Accident Investigation Board. NASA awarded her its Distinguished Public Service Medal in recognition of her contributions.