Join us for the Fall 2026 Region I, Regional Operating Conference (ROC) at the Table Mountain Casino in Friant, CA, which is approximately 35 minutes North of the Fresno Yosemite International Airport. Table Mountain Casino Resort pairs a contemporary casino vibe with an easygoing, hometown feel, all set in a glass-fronted hotel tower with wide-open sunrise and sunset views across the San Joaquin Valley. Dining spans rooftop teppanyaki with cocktails plus a lively sports bar and a quick-service coffee stop. On-site, the gaming floor adds a polished look with high ceilings and chandeliers.

The ROC meeting will be held 7am-4pm (subject to change) at the Eagle Landing Private Dining Room (PDR) located in the hotel.

If you are a Chapter President and cannot make the meeting, please fill out the Fall ROC 2026 Proxy Letter  and return to Joey at joey.shibata@gmail.com by Wednesday, September 30th.

 ROC Registration:

Please visit the official ROC registration page to pay for the event. The cost is $350 to attend and includes Breakfast/Lunch on Thursday & Friday.

 Hotel Registration:

Please use this link to book your room under the ROC room block – https://reservations.tmcasino.com/115164?groupID=5315266#/guestsandrooms

The ROC room block will expire on September 7, 2026. Please reserve your room before the room block ends. If you miss the deadline you will need to book a room directly with the hotel and is subject to the resorts room availability.

Transportation:

The closest airport to fly into is Fresno Yosemite International Airport. The hotel is accessible using Uber/Lyft or renting a car. Parking is complimentary.

Directions to hotel

Looking for a carpool? Use the sign up sheet to coordinate with other attendees.

Welcome Reception:

Welcome Reception will be held at Blue Oak Grille from 4pm-9pm on Wednesday, October 7th. Please RSVP using the Welcome Reception page.

Group Dinner:

Dinner will be held on Thursday October 8th at Sukai Teppanyaki Grill 5pm-7pm, located on the 12th floor of the resort. The cost will be $60/person. Please note that registration cost does not include dinner this year. Go to Dinner at Sukai Teppanyaki Grill to register.

Contribute to the professional conversation by sharing your story, innovative approach to managing safety or new ideas for preventing injuries and illnesses at Safety 2027 Conference & Expo, June 6-9, 2027, in New Orleans, LA. The deadline to submit a proposal is Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The submission period will not be extended.

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A Message of Gratitude and Reflection

To the Members and Leaders of ASSP Region I,

As my three-year term as Region I Regional Vice President comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to each of you and reflect on what has been an extraordinary journey.

Serving Region I has been one of the greatest honors of my professional life. When I began this role, I knew there would be challenges and opportunities ahead, but I could never have anticipated the tremendous growth, collaboration, and camaraderie that would define these past three years.

Together, we worked to strengthen our Region by improving communication, supporting chapter leaders, developing future volunteer leaders, fostering collaboration between chapters, and creating opportunities for members to connect, learn, and grow. We navigated change, celebrated successes, and continually looked for ways to better serve our members and the profession. Throughout it all, I was constantly reminded that the true strength of ASSP is found in its volunteers.

One of the highlights of my term was witnessing the realization of initiatives that began as conversations and ideas among dedicated volunteers. The inaugural Region I Professional Development Conference stands as a testament to what can be achieved when passionate professionals unite behind a shared vision. What started as a concept evolved into a meaningful professional development event that will continue to serve our members and shape the future of Region I. 

I am equally proud of the work done to strengthen leadership development throughout our Region. Whether through mentoring emerging leaders, supporting chapter transitions, providing leadership resources, or helping volunteers navigate new responsibilities, our focus remained on building sustainable leadership for the future. Investing in people has always been one of the most important responsibilities of any volunteer leader, and I am grateful to have played a small role in helping others grow. 

None of these accomplishments belong to one individual. They belong to the countless Area Directors, Assistant Regional Vice Presidents, chapter officers, committee members, and Society leaders who generously shared their time, talents, and passion. Your willingness to serve, collaborate, and lead has made Region I stronger and positioned us for continued success. I also want to thank the Society leadership and staff who offered guidance and support throughout my term. Your partnership has been invaluable.

As I pass the baton to our incoming leadership team, I do so with tremendous optimism. The future of Region I is bright. We have talented leaders ready to build upon the foundation established over the past several years, pursue new opportunities, and continue advancing the occupational safety and health profession. I am excited to watch the next chapter unfold and to support their success in any way I can.

Finally, thank you for allowing me the privilege to serve. The friendships, lessons, experiences, and memories I have gained through this journey will stay with me for the rest of my career. I leave this role with a full heart, immense gratitude, and confidence that Region I’s best days are still ahead.

With sincere appreciation,

Justin Molocznik, MS, CSP, CHST