From the Field to The Classroom: Industrial Stormwater with Brad Flack, SME and Sr. Instructor from StormwaterOne

The Stormwater World Podcast

Stormwater World Episode 030: From the Field to the Classroom: Industrial Stormwater with Brad Flack, SME and Sr. Instructor from StormwaterOne.

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Key Points Discussed

[00:00:00] - Introduction

• The host introduces Brad Flack, who has over 20 years of experience in stormwater management. The conversation will cover adult education, fieldwork, and Brad's journey in the stormwater industry.

[00:02:00] - Brad's Journey into Stormwater

• Quote: "I didn't create this economic boom... I just surfed the heck out of it." - Brad Flack
• Brad shares how he accidentally entered the industry and his early experiences with on-the-job training.

[00:06:00] - Transition to Education and Training

• Quote: "I have been studying in my craft and my industry to know what I'm talking about." - Brad Flack
• Discussion on how Brad moved from hands-on fieldwork to focusing on training and education, including the certifications he's earned.

[00:09:00] - Field Experience and Ongoing Client Work

• Brad talks about maintaining a small number of clients to stay connected with the real-world applications of stormwater regulations.

[00:12:00] - Developing an Industrial Stormwater Course

• Quote: "We're literally in the final throes of getting all the last... exams and all the knowledge checks and all that stuff." - Brad Flack
• Brad discusses the upcoming launch of an industrial stormwater course, detailing the efforts to make it engaging and informative.

[00:20:00] - Practical Tips for Site Inspections

• Quote: "If it rains right this second, will this pollutant discharge off my site?" - Brad Flack
• Brad provides a crash course on key considerations for site inspections, emphasizing the importance of proactive management of potential pollutants.

[00:29:00] - Memorable Experiences

• Brad shares stories from his time as a stormwater consultant at the Houston Zoo, including a rescue of a turtle and an encounter with a baby elephant.

[00:35:00] - Benefits of Online Training

• Quote: "We're trying to qualify you from nothing or from very little to now." - Brad Flack
• Discussion on the advantages of online stormwater training and how it helps professionals gain practical, applicable knowledge.

[00:44:00] - State of the Stormwater Industry

• Quote: "It's very short-sighted to be like, 'Well, I need special permission'... You're not helping." - Brad Flack
• Brad shares his thoughts on the challenges facing the stormwater industry and the importance of personal responsibility in environmental protection.

[00:49:00] - Hands and Feet Mission Work

• Quote: "I can't fix the world, but I can help out 200 people now have access to clean drinking water." - Brad Flack
• Brad talks about his missionary work in Honduras and the Dominican Republic, highlighting the impact of providing clean water access.

[00:50:00] - Conclusion and Upcoming Events

• Brad lists upcoming speaking engagements and training sessions. He also invites listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn or via email for further discussion.

Quotes Highlight

• "If it rains right this second, will this pollutant discharge off my site?" - Brad Flack
• "We're trying to qualify you from nothing or from very little to now." - Brad Flack

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon interviews Brad Flack, a seasoned stormwater expert with over 20 years of experience. Brad shares his journey from hands-on fieldwork to becoming a leading educator in the industry. He discusses the importance of proactive site management, the challenges of maintaining compliance, and the value of ongoing education through programs like those offered by StormwaterOne. Brad also recounts memorable experiences from his career, including unique challenges at the Houston Zoo, and highlights his passion for missionary work in Honduras and the Dominican Republic, where he helps provide clean drinking water to communities in need.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Brad Flack, (QPSWPPP QCIS QISM CESCL CPESC CESSWI QSM) SME and Sr. Instructor at StormwaterOne:

Connect with Brad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradflack/

StormwaterOne Website: https://stormwaterone.com/

Email:

Mission Organizations:

Hands and Feed Honduras closed down during COVID.

Living Waters International: https://water.cc/

Harvest Community Church: https://harvestcc.net/

Where to find Brad:

StormCon: https://www.stormcon.com/sc24

IECA South Central Conference & Expo: https://whova.com/web/IxmqNIZiZ9OkjrSHH2xo%40coM2Ps8HlvXWMLT1GPCBHY%3D/

Connect with Ty Garmon, LEED AP:

Connect with Ty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tygarmon/

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