Joseph Janeczek, PE, ARM, is a seasoned environmental, health, safety, and risk management executive with 35 years of professional experience across manufacturing, production, media, product materials, and entertainment industries. With a strong foundation in engineering, environmental science, finance, and corporate governance, he has played a pivotal role in shaping sustainability policies, compliance programs, risk mitigation strategies, and operational excellence at globally recognized organizations.

Joseph’s career includes key leadership roles at Johnson Controls, The Walt Disney Company, ABC, Inc. (a Disney subsidiary), BASF (formerly Engelhard Corporation), and O’Brien & Gere, where he drove strategic initiatives in environmental compliance, sustainability, business continuity, and risk assessment. His expertise in corporate governance, insurance oversight, due diligence, loss prevention, and mergers & acquisitions has contributed to the success and resilience of multiple multinational businesses.

At Johnson Controls, he led global environmental health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while implementing sustainability initiatives that reduced corporate carbon footprints. His tenure at The Walt Disney Company was marked by significant achievements, including overseeing environmental policy for over 50 locations, performing due diligence and lead EHS on more than 100 acquisitions and divestitures valued at over $3 billion, and managing corporate risk programs across multiple business sectors. Additionally, he served as Vice President of two Disney captive insurance companies, handling complex insurance policies covering workers’ compensation, entertainment production, general liability, and environmental liability.

Joseph’s ability to assess and mitigate risks, develop corporate policies, and implement strategic business planning has made him a trusted leader in both corporate and environmental governance. His expertise extends to due diligence in real estate transactions, having conducted Phase I & II Environmental Assessments on over $4 billion in real estate acquisitions and divestitures. His leadership in business continuity planning, environmental compliance audits, and corporate sustainability initiatives has strengthened organizational resilience in dynamic and highly regulated industries.

Holding a Professional Engineer (PE) License in New Jersey and an Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification from the Insurance Institute of America, Joseph brings technical acumen and financial insight to organizations seeking to enhance compliance, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation strategies. His academic background includes Bachelor Degrees in Engineering and Environmental Sciences from Rutgers University, a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and an MBA in Finance from Seton Hall University.

With international exposure in Europe, China, Australia, Canada, and Mexico, Joseph possesses a global perspective on regulatory compliance, sustainability practices, and corporate governance. His ability to analyze complex regulatory landscapes, develop forward-thinking policies, and foster cross-functional collaboration has enabled businesses to navigate environmental challenges while maintaining profitability and operational excellence.

Joseph operates by the guiding principle: “Be honest and open, don’t hurt others.” This philosophy reflects his commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership.

Now actively seeking board and advisory roles, Joseph is eager to leverage his extensive expertise in risk management, environmental sustainability, strategic planning, and corporate governance to support organizations in their pursuit of long-term success and resilience. His broad experience across industries, problem-solving mindset, and ability to align business objectives with sustainability initiatives make him an invaluable asset to any board seeking strong leadership in governance, compliance, and operational strategy.

Character: Joseph Janeczek is a principled and ethical leader who operates with honesty, transparency, and a commitment to integrity in all professional endeavors.

Knowledge: With 35 years of experience in environmental compliance, risk management, sustainability, and corporate governance, he brings deep industry expertise across manufacturing, media, and production sectors.

Strategic: He played a key role in small and large scale acquisitions as a member of the core acquisition team and EHS lead demonstrating long-term business resilience and operational efficiency.

Communication: Joseph excels in cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and policy development, effectively translating complex regulatory and environmental issues into actionable business strategies.