In our season one finale, Amy DiPaolo, Vice President of Business Development at American Elevator Group, joins hosts Amber Catlin-Kolodziej and Morgan Jones to share her career journey, insights on leadership in the elevator industry, and why rider safety is at the heart of it all.
In this special bonus episode, co-hosts Amber Catlin-Kolodziej, Executive Director of EESF, and Kelsey Nay, Program and Development Director, open up about their journeys into the elevator industry. They share what it’s like to navigate nonprofit leadership within a for-profit field, and reflect on the unique challenges and opportunities of being women and working moms in a male-dominated industry. Full of stories, wisdom, and perspective, this candid conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people shaping elevator and escalator safety education.
We welcome Safety Steve Kolodziej, a seasoned VT safety professional, to help us understand how to react properly to dangerous situations. Please like and share!
Stay Sharp, Ride Smart is the Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation’s official podcast, hosted by Amber Catlin-Kolodziej, Morgan Jones, and Kelsey Nay. In this episode, guest Jeff Pugh joins us to discuss moving walkways, surprising risks, and what riders need to know to stay safe when things don’t go as expected.
Welcome to Season 1, Episode 4: Escalators Are Not Amusement Rides of Stay Sharp, Ride Smart: An Elevator Safety Podcast. This episode features Gord Pattison, CEO of AEDAESA and Chair of EESFC (Canada). In it, we discuss escalator safety and the Dos and Don'ts of a safe ride.
Have you ever wondered about elevator etiquette? We brought in the experts from NAEC to help guide us in our vertical transportation pursuits!
Pop culture vs. reality: Breaking down elevator myths and what people think they know about riding safely. Getting real about what really happens when you push all of the buttons on an elevator, and other movie fables!
In our debut episode, we explore why elevator safety is more than just a button push—it’s a shared responsibility. Join us as we break down common misconceptions, talk about real risks, and explain why rider education is critical. You’ll hear from industry insiders who are working every day to make sure you and your loved ones get where you’re going—safely.