Ricky graduated from Clemson University 1980 B.S. Administrative Management Worked 36 years in the steel industry. Four years working for refractory companies as a service engineer and salesman. 32 Years for Nucor Steel and Steel Dynamics in various positions from clerk, leadman, supervisor, to the last 20 years as a Melting Department Manager. In 2016 Ricky realized that stories from his life and career could have a positive impact on people’s perspective of their health and safety and the people they love health and safety, so he retired from Steel Dynamics in January of 2017 and started Ricky Rollins Safety Speeches. National Safety Council 2019 Congress & Expo recognized as a Top Ten Speaker. National Safety Council 2020 Congress & Expo Keynote Speaker.