Billy Arcement
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Strategic leader in consulting and executive coaching, specializing in leadership development and environmental compliance. Successfully implemented programs that drive organizational change and enhance risk management practices. Passionate about fostering growth through innovative strategies and effective communication.
Overview
65
65
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Cajun Candor
01.2000 - Current
- Professional Speaker / Executive Coach / Author
- Consultant (Management, Leadership, Environmental, Safety)
- Created website to effectively present services and professional background.
Environmental, Health, Safety & Quality Manager
Melamine Chemicals
01.1973 - 01.2000
- Managed environmental program operations, ensuring regulatory compliance through effective permit negotiations and resolution of compliance issues.
- Oversight: Safety and Process Safety Management Programs
- Collaborated with Ascension Parish Office of Emergency Protection to strengthen emergency response initiatives.
- Ascension Parish Community Awareness & Emergency Response (CAER) Committee (10 yrs)
- Led TQM initiatives, implementing Quality Circles and achieving ISO 9000 Certification.
- Initiated and managed global customer / technical service program (20 yrs)
Chemist
Triad Chemicals
01.1969 - 01.1973
- Conducted laboratory tests to analyze the properties of compounds, such as pH levels, solubility, and boiling points.
- Conducted chemical analyses to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for laboratory operations.
- Trained junior chemists on laboratory techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured proper functioning.
- Documented experimental procedures and results in detailed reports.
- Created documentation outlining standard operating procedures for conducting routine laboratory tests.
- Ordered supplies, inventoried chemicals and materials and summarized and recorded data to meet control and research requirements.
Science Teacher and Coach
Ascension Parish School Board
01.1965 - 01.1969
- Developed engaging science curriculum aligned with state educational standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Created a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Created lesson plans to address needs of entry-level and upper-level science students.
- Facilitated in-depth classroom discussions to deepen student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Instructed students on the use of scientific equipment and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress in accordance with school policy.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
- Encouraged students to pursue higher-level research opportunities outside the classroom.
- Promoted sportsmanship among team members through positive reinforcement., cooperation, and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
- Attended coaching clinics or workshops in order to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Assessed physical condition of athletes to determine readiness for competition.
- Developed and executed strategic game plans and adjustments during competitions.
- Fostered a motivational environment that enhanced team morale and cohesion.
Science Teacher and Coach
Assumption Parish School Board
01.1962 - 01.1964
- Developed engaging science curriculum aligned with state educational standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Monitored student performance, offering constructive feedback and additional aid to struggling students.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, and projects.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Encouraged a culture of respect, curiosity, and enthusiasm for learning within the classroom.
- Utilized classroom management techniques to ensure a conducive learning environment.
Education
Post Graduate Certification - Counseling
Nicholls State University Graduate School
Thibodaux, LA 01-1974
MEd - Administration and Supervision
Louisiana State University Graduate School
Baton Rouge, LA01-1965
BS - Physical Education and Science
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA01-1961
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
- Environmental compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Change management
- Organizational consulting
- Executive coaching
Affiliations
- Lifetime membership as past State President of the Louisiana School Boards Association
- National Speakers Association
- New Orleans Chapter of the National Speakers Association
- Louisiana Chemical Industry Alliance
- Louisiana School Board Association
- National School Boards Associations
- Ascension Parish CAER and LEPC Committees
- American Society for Quality Control
- Association for Quality and Participation
- International Management Council
- Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry
- Association of Official Analytical Chemists
- Ascension Parish Chamber of Commerce
Accomplishments
Class President (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior years)—High School, Student Council President—Senior year in High School, American Legion, I Dare You, and Student Council Awards (HS Graduation), Class President (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior years)—College, Who’s Who Among American Colleges and Universities (Jr. and Sr. years), President of the Baton Rouge Chapter of the International Management Council, Division VI President of the International Management Council (IMC), Recipient of the John Delpet Leadership Award from the IMC, Elected Official: Ascension Parish School Board (12 years), President of the Ascension Parish School Board (2 yrs), President of the Louisiana School Boards Association (2 yrs), Chairman of the National Speakers Association Educator’s PEG (2 yrs), President of the New Orleans Chapter of the National Speakers Association, Recipient of the First Billy Arcement Leadership Award given by the New Orleans Chapter of the National Speakers Association
Personal Information
Title: Leadership Strategist
Volunteer Experience
Served 12 years on the Ascension Parish School Board; two of those years as board president and two years as state president of the Louisiana School Boards Association
Business Activities
Conference keynotes, break-out sessions, on-site seminars, and multiple training sessions on leadership, management, and self-development topics to business and education clients., Client list on the website provides names of some of my clients, Website www.SearchingForSuccess.com contains additional information on services and background, Leadership / Management/School Board Service, Environmental/Safety consultation available., Searching for Success, published in seven foreign countries., Co-Author, The Journey—Christian Strategies to Reach Your Personal, Professional, and Spiritual Destiny., Leading Yourself, Leading Others---Candid Conversations that Improve Performance, Leadership Skills and Strategies that Win, Become the Best Version of Yourself—21 Undeniable Lessons to Create the Life You Want, Creating a Climate of Respect and Relationship Building in Today’s Workplace Culture., Teaching Your Child to Succeed—Strategies for Creating Parental Leadership in the Home, Contributing Writer for the American Business Journal. Distributed my leadership articles to 44 Business Journals across the nation. (133 published)
Professional Development
Active with Louisiana Chemical Association Safety and Environmental Committees, Active on Ascension Parish CAER and LEPC, Managed environmental regulatory activities for 27 years, Managed safety regulatory activities for 10 years, Trained employees on both environmental and safety responsibilities, Facilitated/managed ISO 9002 certification and ongoing compliance, ASQC, TAPPI, Attended both local and national meetings to enhance skills through National Speakers Association, Maintained a library of books on professional speaking, consulting practices, leadership, management, and personal self-improvement topics.
Timeline
CEO
Cajun Candor
01.2000 - Current
Environmental, Health, Safety & Quality Manager
Melamine Chemicals
01.1973 - 01.2000
Chemist
Triad Chemicals
01.1969 - 01.1973
Science Teacher and Coach
Ascension Parish School Board
01.1965 - 01.1969
Science Teacher and Coach
Assumption Parish School Board
01.1962 - 01.1964
Post Graduate Certification - Counseling
Nicholls State University Graduate School
MEd - Administration and Supervision
Louisiana State University Graduate School
BS - Physical Education and Science
Nicholls State University