Speakers

Greg Buchner, CBSE, President/CEO, CleanOffice/PorterPlus+

Greg Buchner has served as President of CleanOffice since 2002 and oversees all day-to-day operations of the company. In 2016, Greg took over the added role of CEO and focused his attention on identifying and implementing strategies to effectively expand the company's operations and its ability to serve its clients. As President / CEO, he continues to oversee all aspects of daily operations and long-term strategic objectives. Under his sole leadership, the company has seen unprecedented growth while retaining a family-friendly, service-oriented culture for our clients and our 500+ employees.

Mary Cornwell, Senior Executive and Principal Advisor, SRV HR

Mary is a fractional HR advisor with nearly 30 years of experience helping organizations build strong, compliant, and people-centered workplaces. She holds a Master’s degree in Human Resources and has led HR strategy across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, heavy construction, GovCon, and non-profits. Mary brings a practical, business-aligned approach to HR, partnering with leaders to strengthen culture, improve performance, and support sustainable growth.

Charles Keenum, CBSE, BSCAI Board Member, Senior Vice President, The Budd Group

Charles H. Keenum Jr., Senior Vice President of Operations at The Budd Group, brings over 20 years of experience in the cleaning industry. His expertise in operational excellence and strategic management has driven significant growth and innovation within the organization.

Ewa Lorick, VP Human Resources, The Budd Group

With over 15 years of expertise in Human Resources and Operations, Ewa is a strategic leader celebrated for advancing HR practices at The Budd Group. Her career trajectory mirrors the company’s growth, demonstrating a commitment to driving organizational success through innovative HR strategies that align with The Budd Group’s evolving vision. In Ewa's current role as Vice President, her focus extends beyond traditional HR roles to encompass system-wide insurance claims management, employee benefits administration, and oversight of 401k programs. Ewa earned her BA from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and completed her MBA at High Point University. Her professional achievements include obtaining her SHRM-SCP certification, completed and volunteered in Leadership Winston-Salem - Community Flagship Program, and volunteers with the American Heart Association and AARF, a local animal adoption organization.

Paige McAllister, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, VP of HR Compliance, The Workplace Advisors

Paige McAllister has over 25 years of HR experience, specializing in compliance, employee relations, training, and HR strategic initiatives. During her career with The Workplace Advisors, Paige has assisted large and small clients in various industries across all 50 states in matters of HR compliance including policy and handbook development and revisions, employee relations guidance, professional development of HR professionals through HR mentorship, and special projects such as assisting with I-9 audits and training, developing performance management processes, conducting comprehensive reviews of HR practices, and delivering customized manager-level HR training.

Paige earned her MBA in General Business from Florida Atlantic University and her BA in Psychology from Auburn University. Paige has held her SPHR certification since January 2009, having previously held her PHR since June 2003. She has held her SHRM-SCP designation since January 2015

Jacob Monty, Managing Partner, Monty & Ramirez

For over two decades, Jacob Monty has successfully practiced at the intersection of immigration, labor, and employment laws. A nationally recognized authority on issues facing employers with large Hispanic workforces, Jacob has written not one, but two books on the topic and speaks regularly in English and Spanish on navigating labor and employment matters in industries with heightened immigration scrutiny. His clients include professional baseball teams, grocery store chains, single establishment and chain restaurants, and leading companies in the construction and facility maintenance fields. Jacob has been interviewed by major media outlets such as Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC regarding national immigration concerns.

Jacob founded Monty & Ramirez LLP to offer an integrated approach to dealing with Hispanic workforces. He and his bilingual partners address all the critical aspects of employer advocacy, from immigration to union matters, workplace safety, and employment disputes. Jacob’s practice extends nationwide; he has represented employers in courts and government investigations in California, Illinois, New York, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, and throughout Texas.

Jacob has held presidential and gubernatorial appointments to the University of Houston Board of Regents, the Texas Private Security Board, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, the Border Environment Cooperation Commission, and the North American Development Bank. Jacob is also active in civic and professional leadership. He serves as Outside Counsel for the Mexican Consulate in Houston, and chairs the Center for Latino Jewish Relations.

Jonathan Rivera, Employee Benefits Consultant, President, Bullock & Associates

Born and raised in New York City, Jonathan Rivera has built a successful career over the past two decades, with 15 years of experience in the financial industry. During this time, he held various roles at leading firms such as Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, AIG, and Thomson Reuters, where he developed a deep expertise in HR Compliance.

In 2017, Jonathan made a significant career change, joining forces with a close friend and business partner to help grow an insurance agency. Since then, he has applied the skills and knowledge gained in the financial sector to drive the agency’s expansion and success, focusing on providing clients with tailored insurance solutions. Jonathan is passionate about leveraging his diverse background to make a meaningful impact in the insurance industry, combining financial acumen with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

Otis Scott, CWCC, Vice President of HR/People Experience, Prestige Maintenance

Otis Scott is a results-driven business leader, strategic thinker, and HR generalist practitioner. Otis is someone who gains satisfaction from bringing about improvements in the workplace. With genuine integrity that is readily recognized, he has established a reputation as an advocate who can be trusted and relied on to champion employee needs while serving the company's best interests. Otis is a true business partner who manages human capital resources to leverage and improve company strategy while strengthening and creating a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Claudia St. John, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Founder & CEO, The Workplace Advisors

Claudia St. John, SHRM-SCP, SPHR is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, and the Founder and CEO of The Workplace AdvisorsTM, a leading HR consulting, recruiting, and training firm specializing in equipping businesses with the consulting support and people skills they need to grow. The Workplace Advisors is the endorsed HR partner and longtime friend of BSCAI. Claudia is a SPHR (Senior Professional in HR), SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional), and Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst who empowers organizations with evidence-backed insights, so they can navigate the evolving landscape of talent acquisition, engagement, and retention with confidence and foresight. Known as The Workplace AdvisorTM, she helps organizations zoom out, shift their mindset, and build businesses that lead their industry.

Karina Villasenor, VP of Human Resources, 4M Building Solutions

Karina is an expert in human resources operations and compliance with a proven track record of standardizing corporate-wide processes. Since 2007, she has been instrumental in developing and implementing recruiting procedures and pre-employment screening programs that ensure consistency and compliance across 27 state markets. As a veteran overseer of daily HR operations, Karina's responsibilities include upholding recruitment, benefits, and labor relations practices to the highest standards. Her background also includes extensive experience in both operations and finance, giving her a unique, holistic perspective on business strategy.