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Cardinus Ergonomics Forum: Shaping Safer, Smarter Workplaces

October 1 @ 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Free-to-attend: Register here

We’re back in San Jose with leading voices in ergonomics, workplace safety, and employee well-being.

This exciting and free-to-attend event will explore how ergonomics and technology can improve long-term health outcomes and reduce injury risks across all ages. Learn how investing in better movement habits today helps build a healthier, stronger workforce for the future.

Who should attend?

The event is designed for individuals managing regional or global ergonomics programs.

What we will cover:

  • Using technology to identify and reduce workplace risks.
  • Leveraging ergonomics to improve health and drive measurable change.
  • How early-life ergonomics can influence long-term health and future workforce well-being.
  • Real-world insights into how leading companies successfully manage ergonomics programs.

Agenda

The event will take place at The Players Club in New York on Wednesday 24 April (12.30pm – 6.00pm).

12:00 PM Attendee Check-in, Networking & Light Lunch

1:00 PM Welcome & Introductions – Your Host: Elyssa Wasserberg DC, CEES, Senior Executive, Cardinus

1:15 PM Using Technology to Mitigate Risk Amongst Employees – Speaker: Antonio Vasquez, Senior Executive, Cardinus

Antonio will explain how technology can enhance the effectiveness of your ergonomics program by enabling smarter, faster, and more targeted interventions. Learn how digital tools can drive better health outcomes, reduce workplace injuries, and support a proactive approach to employee wellbeing.

1:50PM Ergonomics as a Change Agent and Influencer – Speaker: Alison Heller-Ono, PT, MSPT, CPE, President and CEO, Worksite International

Alison will introduce a model that positions ergonomics as a catalyst for organizational change. She’ll show how integrating ergonomics across key systems can improve employee well-being, reduce injury risk, and boost overall performance.

2:25PM Playstation to Workstation – Speaker: Matt Weber MBA, Senior Vice President – Global Sales, Cardinus

Matt will explore how early-life behaviors, such as mobile device use, gaming, and even carrying back packs can influence children’s musculoskeletal development. He’ll highlight the long-term implications for workforce health and the importance of early intervention to prevent future injuries.

2:55PM Refreshments and Networking

3:20PM Babies and Body Mechanics, What Children Teach Us About Safe Movement – Speaker: Cheryl Roy, National Sales Manager, DORN

Cheryl will explore how children’s instinctive movement—like squatting, lifting with their legs, and maintaining upright posture—offers a natural blueprint for safe movement in adults. She’ll demonstrate how revisiting these fundamental biomechanics can inform workplace ergonomics, reducing musculoskeletal strain and improving long-term health outcomes.

3:55 PM Q&A Panel, Creating and running a successful ergo program.

Confirmed Panelists: Jon Abbott, Cardinus Brian McEnaney, Netapp Kristine Kohn, PG&E

4:45 PM Closing Remarks – Your Host: Elyssa Wasserberg, DC, CEES, Senior Executive, Cardinus

5:00 PM Reception

Join us for relaxed networking, great food, and a taste of English wine to wrap up the day.

6:30 PM End

Our panel of speakers

Alison Heller-Ono, PT, MSPT, CPE, President and CEO, Worksite International

Alison is passionate about how people work. As an entrepreneur, pioneer and bold industry leader in the ergonomics marketplace since 1993, Alison helps small to mid-size multi-national and global employers keep employees healthy so they can work to their maximum potential. She is a trusted advisor and consultant to clients who desire a safe, comfortable and productive workforce. She is also a coach and mentor to professionals desiring to learn about occupational ergonomics. Connect on LinkedIn

Cheryl Roy, LMT, National Sales Manager, DORN

Cheryl has over two decades of experience in injury prevention, enhancing individual performance, and medical bodywork. She has had an inspiring career journey at DORN, advancing from an Injury Prevention Specialist to her current roles as host of the Injury Prevention Academy Podcast, the Safety Minute Series, and National Sales & Outreach Manager. Cheryl’s expertise in injury prevention, ergonomics, and workplace wellness is grounded in practical solutions and actionable advice, drawn from her extensive experience working with employees in both manufacturing and clinical environments. Connect on LinkedIn

Brian McEnaney, DAOM, MA, CFMP, L.Ac., ETT

Growing up in Silicon Valley along side the computer industry, Brian has seen firsthand how computers have taken over our lives and land. You don’t need to look any further than the utter freak-out that occurs when we can’t find our phones for evidence of this. With over 30 years of experience in the medical, psychological and Ergonomics industry Brian spans the very diverse field of Ergonomics/Human Factors. He started his career working in his dad’s veterinary clinic and reluctantly left four-legged healthcare to open his own two-legged clinic helping people navigate the often-murky waters of conventional orthopedic and occupational healthcare through integrative and functional medicine means. His first love was biomechanics and, thus, he was instantly drawn to the world of Ergonomics. Brian started his Ergonomics consulting business 30 years ago and prides himself on offering cost effective pro-active measures to reduce and repair computer-related aches and pains.

Kristine Kohn, Senior Manager of the Ergonomics and Industrial Athlete Program at Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E)

Kristine has 20+ years experience developing and managing corporate ergonomics programs for small businesses, national and international Fortune 500 companies across many industry sectors with proven results for increased efficiency and decreased injury costs. She holds a Master’s degree in Health Ergonomics from the University of Derby and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. She is also a Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) and a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. Connect on LinkedIn

Jon Abbott, Director, Cardinus

Jon Abbott is a Director at Cardinus Risk Management Limited. He has more than 15 years of experience in ergonomics, safety, and occupational health. Over that period, he has worked with a wide variety of organizations in the private and public sectors by providing a full range of risk management solutions including software, e-learning, and consultancy. Jon was instrumental in setting up Cardinus operations in America and Holland and is currently responsible for the global strategy at Cardinus. Jon is passionate about the health and well-being of young people, and he is actively working to protect the workforce of the future. This motivation drove him to set up Healthy Working MOVE in 2013, an award-winning ergonomics program specifically designed for kids. Connect on LinkedIn

Elyssa Wasserberg DC, CEES, Senior Executive, Cardinus

Elyssa Wasserberg, DC, CEES has her Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctorate in Chiropractic. She began her career in patient care but with a strong interest in ergonomics. As such, she practiced chiropractic and provided back safety and ergonomics courses to her patient base. Later, she left practice and excelled as an expert ergonomist facilitating individual and group ergonomic consultations and training. Most recently, she has been instrumental in introducing, developing, and supporting ergonomic global programs to enterprise customers. Connect on LinkedIn

Antonio Vasquez, Senior Executive, Cardinus

Antonio Vasquez, has his Master of Science in Creativity and Change Leadership and is a certified FourSight Advanced Trainer, which enables him to apply creative and strategic thinking to complex and dynamic challenges. Antonio leverages his previous risk management experience in the financial services industry, where he worked with some of the world’s largest organizations. Most recently with Cardinus, his keen analytical skills and dedication to continuous improvement have made him a pivotal figure in developing comprehensive ergonomic safety programs and implementing proactive measures to safeguard the well-being of our clients’ and their employees.Connect on LinkedIn

Matt Weber MBA, Senior Vice President – Global Sales, Cardinus

Matt Weber is an accomplished Senior Sales and Business Development Executive, bringing nearly 20 years of expertise from both large corporations and start-ups across multiple industries. As the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Cardinus, Matt focuses on driving revenue growth and expanding market presence through strategic sales initiatives and customer-focused solutions. At Cardinus, Matt leverages his extensive experience in leading high-performance teams and developing innovative sales strategies to enhance client relationships and deliver exceptional results. His commitment to excellence and strategic vision play a pivotal role in advancing Cardinus’ mission to provide cutting-edge risk management solutions on a global scale. Connect on LinkedIn

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    October 1
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    12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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    The Westin San Jose, 302 S Market St
    San Jose, CA 95113 United States

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