In this episode of the Clearing the Haze podcast, host Chuck Marting interviews Dean Klassy, a nominee for the executive board of the National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA). 

Dean, who has been a prominent figure in the drug and alcohol testing industry for over 35 years, shares his journey from starting a business in 1989 to becoming a leader and educator in the field. He discusses the importance of education, the challenges surrounding federal and state regulations, and his vision for the future of NDASA. 

Dean emphasizes the need for collaboration, continuous learning, and advocacy to enhance the industry's standards and practices.

00:00 Welcome to Clearing the Haze Podcast

00:37 Dean Klassy's Introduction and Career Beginnings

02:13 Building a Family Business in Drug Testing

04:35 Leadership and Industry Contributions

06:59 Retirement and Continued Involvement

15:20 Challenges and Future of Drug Testing

22:56 Advocacy and Policy Influence

28:17 Embracing New Ideas in the Industry

29:29 The Role of Technology and Open-Mindedness

30:36 Leveraging LinkedIn for Industry Education

31:05 Challenges and Opportunities in Technology Adoption

32:14 Teamwork and Leadership in NDASA

33:13 Qualities of Effective Leadership

37:14 Encouraging Committee Participation

50:47 The Importance of Voting and Representation

51:39 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements