Waxahachie, TX – June 25, 2025 – Hazmat Safety Consulting (HSC), a leading authority in dangerous goods regulatory compliance, shares a leadership transition as a key milestone in its transformation that aligns with the company’s strategic growth and rebranding initiatives. Effective immediately, Ryan Paquet has been appointed President, succeeding Bob Richard, who will continue with the company as Vice President and senior advisor. The announcement was made during the 2025 COSTHA Forum & Expo in Buckhead, Atlanta — the industry’s premier event for dangerous goods compliance professionals.
This transition marks an important milestone as HSC executes a forward-looking growth strategy designed to expand services, strengthen client partnerships, and solidify its leadership in regulatory guidance worldwide.
“Bob Richard has built a world-class organization rooted in deep regulatory insight, trust, and unmatched expertise,” said Robby Kinsala, CEO of HazMat Safety Consulting and Americase. “We are thrilled that he will remain a critical part of our leadership team as Vice President. At the same time, Ryan Paquet brings a wealth of regulatory experience and strategic vision to the President role, making this transition both seamless and strategic.”
Bob Richard, who co-founded HSC with Robby Kinsala and previously served as President, emphasized his continued involvement: “While I’m stepping back from day-to-day leadership, I’m not stepping away. I remain committed to supporting our clients and team as Vice President, and I’m excited to focus more deeply on advising and mentoring. Ryan is exceptionally qualified to lead us forward, and I have every confidence in his ability to grow our impact and capabilities.”
Ryan Paquet, formerly HSC’s Vice President and a recognized expert in hazardous materials safety and international regulatory coordination, shared: “Bob has laid an extraordinary foundation. I’m honored to build on that legacy as President and help lead HSC into its next chapter. With our new growth strategy and rebrand underway, this is a defining moment to reinforce our leadership in the industry and expand our value to clients worldwide.”
The leadership realignment strengthens HSC’s long-term commitment to expert guidance, compliance assurance, and strategic partnership in the complex world of hazardous materials transport.
About HazMat Safety Consulting (HSC)
Founded in 2012, Hazmat Safety Consulting (HSC) helps organizations navigate the complex world of dangerous goods transportation with confidence. Backed by decades of regulatory leadership, HSC translates evolving U.S. and international compliance requirements into clear strategies, training, and systems that reduce risk and streamline operations. From lithium battery transport and special permits to expert audits and compliance remediation, HSC empowers clients to stay ahead of regulations, avoid costly disruptions, and protect their brand through tailored, expert-driven support. To learn more about Hazmat Safety Consulting and its evolving services, visit www.hazmatsafety.com.
About Americase
Founded in 1985, Americase is a global leader in the custom design and manufacture of cutting-edge protection containers for the transportation and storage of hazmat and high value goods. Dedicated to mission-critical problem-solving innovation, the company provides efficient and effective answers to even the most complex shipping and storage problems. Americase supports customers across various industries and organizations, including consumer electronics, data centers, automotive, airline and general aviation, oil and gas, power tools, recreational vehicles and micromobility devices, space and exploration, U.S. Military, medical devices, and semiconductors.
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