Principals

Phillip G. Coop, CHMM - President and CEO

AB, History and Science, Harvard University (magna cum laude)

 

Phil is an environmental specialist and a master's level certified hazardous materials manager who coordinates EnSafe's technical and scientific efforts. An environmental consultant since 1980, he's a charter member of the Hazardous Material Control Institute and has managed numerous courses in hazardous materials and environmental projects.  Phil's environmental management career began in 1978 and he co-founded EnSafe in 1980.

James N. Speakman, PE - Principal Emeritus

BS, Civil Engineering, Tennessee Technological University; MS, Sanitary and Water Resources Engineering; and PhD, Environment and Water Resources Engineering, Vanderbilt University.

 

During his distinguished 28-year career at EnSafe, Jim directed numerous engineering/environmental projects involving multidisciplinary teams for industrial clients and Department of Defense agencies nationwide and overseas. A former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officer, he was program manager for a 13-year, Navy contract under which EnSafe provided award-winning services for Installation Restoration and other environmental programs at Navy and Marine Corps activities. He continues to provide engineering support for projects requiring his unique expertise.

Ginny Gray Davis, PG - VP, Branch Operations

BA, Geology, Austin Peay State University (cum laude)

 

An environmental consultant since 1987, Ginny's focus is senior regulatory support, negotiations, and innovative, cost-effective approaches to investigation and environmental problem-solving. In addition, she provides senior client support/customer relations and business development for EnSafe's Cincinnati, Ohio, office and four other locations in the U.S.

Paul V. Stoddard, CPG - VP, Geological Services Group

BS, Biology; BS, Geology; and MS, Geology, University of Memphis

 

Paul has extensive experience in geologic/hydrogeologic processes supporting complete project and technical management, which include consultation, investigation, and remediation construction management.  He joined EnSafe in 1987.

Craig A. Wise, PE - VP, Engineering Services Group

BS, Chemical Engineering, Purdue University

 

Craig has extensive experience in specialty chemical process engineering and consulting in hazardous and radioactive waste management with a concentration in remedial action decision-making. He joined EnSafe in 1988.

Michael Wood, CPA - VP, Chief Financial Officer

BBA, Accounting, University of Memphis

 

Mike oversees all EnSafe administrative functions and provides support on projects with financial analysis components.  He has audited underground storage tank reimbursement applications and consulted regarding compliance with Securities and Exchange Commission environmental disclosure regulations. He is EnSafe's Chief Financial Officer, joining the firm in 1991.

Dave Backus, CHMM, PG - Principal

BS, Geology, University of Memphis

 

Dave has a diverse background in managing, designing, and implementing environmental investigations at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites.  He has experience managing large government task orders related to environmental assessments at closing military facilities as well as serving as account manager for EnSafe's oldest client, providing both investigation/remediation and a broad range of compliance services.

Mike Palmer, CIH, CSP, CHMM, Vice President, Health & Safety

MPH, Public Health/Industrial Hygiene, University of Tennessee;
BS, Industrial Risk Management/Fire Science, Eastern Kentucky University

  

Mike provides oversight for all aspects of EnSafe's consulting services, including program development, risk analysis, hazard evaluations/auditing for industrial hygiene and safety issues, expert witness testimony, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration-related training. He has more than 24 years of experience and is qualified in the fields of safety and health management, industrial hygiene, industrial/construction safety, and process safety management. Mike has been an adjunct professor at the University of Tennessee since 1990, and is the primary instructor for several occupational safety and health courses.

Brian Derry

Brian Derry, EI, CHMM - Principal

BS, Engineering; ME, Chemical Engineering, University of Louisville

  

Brian is an environmental consultant that specializes in air quality, regulatory compliance, process safety management, and information technology solutions for EnSafe. Brian has nearly 15 years of hands on project experience in consulting environment, including refineries and ancillary facilities, chemical plants and manufacturing operations.

 

Brian's focus is senior client/project management, regulatory compliance support, regulatory negotiations, Merger & Acquisition support, and developing custom Environmental Information Management Solutions (EMIS) for key EnSafe clients. He is responsible for EnSafe's Jackson, MS office.

Don Bradford Don Bradford, CPEA, CHMM, RG - Principal

BS, Earth Science/Geoscience, The Pennsylvania State University

 

Don has extensive experience in regulatory compliance, due-diligence assessments, merger and acquisition support services, corporate audit programs, soil and groundwater investigations, and environmental training courses. In addition to leading EnSafe's compliance services and due-diligence practice areas, he provides regulatory consultation, generates "white paper" interpretations of complex regulatory issues, and fulfills environmental permitting requirements for government and private-sectors clients.

Bry Roberson, CIH, CHMM - Principal

BS, Biology, Western Kentucky University

 

Mr. Roberson is an environmental, safety and health consultant with broad and diverse experience. An environmental consultant for over 15 years, he has managed numerous projects of various types in both the U.S. and abroad. 

 

Mr. Roberson's specialties include: Environmental auditing/regulatory compliance Air emissions permitting/CAA compliance Superfund and RCRA site investigations Industrial hygiene/OSHA compliance Regulatory liaison.