Steering Committee

Meet the chairwoman

Claire Dwyer is a seasoned piping material engineer with over 30 years of experience in piping design, engineering, and valve technology across a wide range of industries, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, mining, and even brewery systems. She began her career with Fluor in Johannesburg, South Africa, and currently serves as the lead piping material engineer on a major capital project in Houston. In 2020, Claire was honored as a Fluor Fellow, recognizing her technical leadership and contributions to the field.

Claire Dwyer, Fellow Piping Material Engineering | FLUOR

Below you will find the Steering Committee of the Valve World Conference 2026.

Ralf Vogel

Position: European Sealing Association
Categories: Steering Committee 2026

Ralf Vogel

European Sealing Association

Rodney Roth

Rodney Roth

Position: RFS Compliance Solutions
Categories: Steering Committee 2026

Rodney Roth

RFS Compliance Solutions

Ron Merrick

Ron Merrick

Position: (formerly Fluor Enterprises)
Categories: Steering Committee 2026

Ron Merrick

(formerly Fluor Enterprises)