Sergio Valencia Krauss
Sergio Valencia Krauss
CEO
SVK Consulting
The impact of mentorship programs in the Safety professional’s community.
Safety mentoring programs are critical for fostering the growth and development of professionals in the field. As the demand for highly skilled practitioners increases, mentoring provides a structured framework for knowledge transfer, skill enhancement, and leadership development. Research by Gallup (2023) highlights that organizations with robust mentoring programs see a 20% rise in employee retention and a 30% improvement in job performance.
Mentorship goes beyond technical skill-building—it empowers safety professionals to connect with their purpose, accelerate their learning curve, and enhance their market positioning and credibility. Effective programs also focus on interpersonal skills, enabling professionals to thrive in dynamic industrial environments. Furthermore, mentors benefit by honing their leadership capabilities and staying aligned with emerging industry trends.
This presentation introduces a targeted approach to mentorship, emphasizing strategies that address the specific needs of safety professionals. By developing mentorship, organizations can elevate safety standards, strengthen leadership pipelines, and foster a culture of excellence in industrial settings.
Sergio is CEO & Founder of SVK Consulting, with more than 20 years of experience in HSE & Sustainability in the industrial sectors of manufacturing and mining services. He is the author of the book “Become an OSH Excellence Manager,” an international speaker and consultant working in different countries across the Americas. He is the developer of the SVK Excellence© program, and has received individual and collective recognition throughout his career, both nationally and globally.
He is an auditor, columnist and podcaster for the program “Creating value safely” on Spotify and YouTube. He holds a Master’s degree in Quality Management and Human Development. He is a professor with more than 10 years of experience teaching at universities in Latin America. He is passionate about cultural transformation, leadership, and Occupational Health and Safety.