Ben Allen, CEO of Pinnacle Safety and Training, shares insights on the 'Emerging Excellence' podcast. He discusses the challenges of balancing compliance with effective learning, the importance of setting benchmarks for safety training, and the role of online learning in today's educational landscape. Ben emphasizes the need for engaging and practical training methods that go beyond mere compliance to ensure real-world applicability. He also shares personal experiences on his journey to becoming a CEO and the value of mentorship in developing leadership skills. Additionally, the conversation touches on how to engage different generations in training and the importance of adaptability in training methods. Tune in for an in-depth look at the intersection of compliance, learning, and leadership.

00:00 Introduction to Ben Allen and Pinnacle Safety

00:57 Balancing Compliance and Learning

06:23 Challenges of Online Learning

16:19 The Importance of Mentorship

25:06 Adapting Training for Different Generations

35:01 Engaging Resistant Learners

40:47 Conclusion and Contact Information