John Kowalski lives in Beaver, Pennsylvania, where he has been married for 47 years and is the proud father of three children and grandfather to six grandchildren. He grew up in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, and learned the value of hard work at an early age. While attending college, John worked at a local steel mill to help pay for his education—an experience that shaped his strong work ethic and lifelong commitment to responsibility and safety.

John holds a degree in Nuclear Engineering from Penn State University and is a Certified Safety Professional. He dedicated his entire 45-year career to the field of safety, gaining deep and wide-ranging experience across multiple industries. His professional background includes 10 years in Nuclear Safety, 15 years in Industrial Safety, and 20 years focused on Human and Organizational Performance.