The Power of a Good Mentor – Stephanie Miller, CSP || Client Side Chats

Aug 18, 2021 | Client Side Chats

Stephanie Miller CSP, CIH, STS, is the Industrial Hygiene Manager for UCOR, a Contractor for the Department of Energy in Tennessee. Stephanie manages large-scale environmental clean-up, demolition, and decontamination activities. One of Stephanie’s passions is supporting young, emerging professionals in developing their skills and knowledge and being that additional resource for them. Brad Giles, CSP, along with many others, just so happens to be one of her own mentors and source of influence and inspiration. Stephanie hopes to positively influence those that seek assistance. Listen to Stephanie’s successes in this #ClientSideChat !

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