Whether you’re early in your career or stepping into a bigger role, growth in the compressed gas industry is rarely linear—and it’s rarely accidental. This session helps you map realistic career pathways (operations, safety, engineering, commercial, leadership) while building the professional presence that accelerates opportunity. Through a panel-style conversation, attendees will learn how to leverage CGA involvement to build a reputation that travels.

In this session, we’ll walk through common failures in cryogenic operations involving carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and oxygen, and connect those real-world events to the systems, training, and safeguards now considered standard practice. Participants will leave with a sharper understanding of the “invisible” hazards in cryogenic work, what investigators focus on, and how to build a culture that captures near-misses and prevents repeats.

• CGANext
• Webinar Series

The CGANext Series replaces the former YEP Summit with a quarterly, fully virtual program designed for consistent value and engagement. The format makes participation accessible across all member companies—no travel required, high impact guaranteed. Panelists for session 1 include Brittany Fichter, Superflash Compressed Gas Equipment; Melissa De Jesus, Weldcoa; Steve Thompson, Western International Gas & Cylinders Inc.

• Hazard Communication
• C-7

This session will provide a clear, practical overview of the updated CGA C-7 requirements and what organizations need to do to prepare for the January 19, 2026, implementation date. Led by Anil Lal, who will present a concise overview of the purpose and evolution of CGA C-7 and its regulatory context, the session will also feature a moderated discussion with Trisha Leib of Air Products and Maggie Dodd of Linde. Attendees can expect insight into the key changes to the standard, their impact on hazard communication, and best practices for classification and labeling under the new guidelines, along with real-world perspectives on implementation strategies from industry experts. This session is designed for safety professionals, compliance managers, operations leaders, and anyone responsible for compressed gas handling and labeling who wants to ensure their organization is prepared to meet regulatory requirements and maintain safe, compliant operations.