Liam Little, is an Environmental, Health & Safety Client Supervisor at U.S. Compliance Corporation and currently resides in New York City, where he’s lived for nearly four years. Over the same span, he has supported dozens of clients across the United States and Canada, leading safety and environmental compliance initiatives in industries ranging from manufacturing and healthcare to shipbuilding, biomedical research, and beyond.

In his role, Liam has designed and implemented site-specific culture change programs that have led to major reductions in OSHA recordable incidents and lost-time injuries. As a Corporate Account Manager, he oversees deliverables, mentors new consultants, and contributes to the development of internal service materials through the company’s Product Development and Evolution team.

Liam graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health Management. As a varsity swimmer and All-American athlete, he learned the value of discipline, time management, and perseverance, skills that carried over into his professional life. His internships with Parker Hannifin and the Muskegon County Road Commission gave him early insight into real-world safety applications and sparked his drive to pursue impactful, people-centered safety work.

“My journey into EHS really took shape at GVSU,” Liam reflects. “The OSH program gave me a strong technical foundation, but what stood out most was how much it strengthened my interpersonal skills. Professors like Dave Huizen and Derek McCormick created a space where asking questions and engaging in meaningful conversation were encouraged, and that made all the difference.”

Liam firmly believes that success in EHS goes far beyond knowing the regulations. “You have to be deeply people-oriented and a strong communicator. Whether you're training workers on safety procedures or presenting to executives, your ability to listen actively, adapt your message, and build trust is what makes you effective. GVSU prepared me to do that.”

His advice to students? “Be curious. Ask questions. Say yes to the things that scare you a little, they’re usually the experiences where you learn the most. And always remember that listening is just as important as speaking. The best safety professionals are the ones who know how to connect with people.”

Liam is passionate about continuing to grow as a leader in the EHS field, with a long-term focus on creating safer, more engaged, and more human-centered workplaces.