The Language Of Leadership with Chuck Marting

EP 072: The NDASA Elections: Transparency, Innovation, and Institutional Knowledge Retention with Bill Current


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In this episode of The Language of Leadership, we are joined by industry veteran Bill Current, President at Current Consulting Group, LLC. We discuss the acceptance of oral fluid testing and the unpredictable nature of emerging technologies in the drug and alcohol screening industry. Bill reflects on the invaluable early lessons that sculpted his career, offering a perspective shaped by integrity and fairness.

Bill also addresses the complexities introduced by the legalization of marijuana, emphasizing the importance of guidance from NDASA for employers maintaining drug-free workplaces. He shares his ambition to join NDASA's board of trustees, focusing on contributing his extensive experience and promoting inclusivity.

As a nominee for the board, Bill details his non-competitive collaborative approach, his thoughts on leadership, and the significance of remaining innovative while upholding ethical standards. His commitment to integrity in leadership and advocacy for education in workplace impairment is inspiring, a testament to his 35-year tenure in the field.


“I think that's imperative that we maintain that level of integrity in everything that we do in our industry, and that our clients know exactly, where they stand with us at all times. And if there's something that's not going right, the best course of action is to admit it and find a way around.” - Bill Current


In This Episode, Chuck Martin and Bill Current share:  

  • Ways for leaders in the industry to prioritize ethical decision-making and transparency when serving on boards or in executive roles

  • Strategies that Bill Current recommends for maintaining integrity and transparency in complex business relationships

  • How Bill sees the future of workplace drug testing evolving, particularly with the focus shifting from drug use identification to impairment assessment

  • The role that the annual drug testing industry survey plays in shaping policies and practices, and why is it so significant for gathering diverse industry perspectives

  • How organizations can balance competitiveness and collaboration to foster a more inclusive and growth-oriented industry environment

  • How leaders in the drug and alcohol screening industry can stay ahead of innovation while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations

  • …and so much more

  • Resources Mentioned: 

    • Alliance Mastermind On-Line Application

    • Connect with Bill Current:

      • LinkedIn

      • Connect with Chuck Marting:

        • ⁠Facebook⁠
        • ⁠LinkedIn⁠
        • ⁠YouTube
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