Overview
Scott Jackson serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SafetyIQ, a company specializing in creating transformative safety software solutions to enhance predictability and safety at work. With over 20 years of experience, Jackson is recognized as an innovative business leader with a track record of achieving revenue, profit, and business growth objectives, particularly within startups.
Professional Experience
- Current Role: CEO, SafetyIQ
- Tenure: February 2022 - Present
- Achievements: Under Jackson's leadership, SafetyIQ focuses on providing an all-in-one software suite for workplace safety, covering aspects such as incident management, lone worker safety, and fatigue management.
- Previous Role: CEO, JESI Management Solutions
- Focus: Directed efforts to enhance workplace safety through innovative software leveraging predictive analytics.
Key Highlights
- Leadership and Strategy: Known for his strategic thinking and ability to lead teams towards significant improvements in sales and operational efficiency.
- Innovation: Actively promotes and champions innovation within the organization, pushing boundaries to ensure SafetyIQ remains at the forefront of safety technology solutions.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Committed to ensuring exceptional customer experiences and achieving meaningful, data-driven results in collaboration with client partners.
Notable Contributions & Appearances
- Keynote and Interviews:
- Interview with Lorraine Martin, CEO of the National Safety Council, at the 23rd World Congress on Safety (January 2024).
- Free Executive Q&A webinar on fatigue management and mobile worker safety, held in collaboration with OH&S Magazine (July 2024).
- Publications & Media Presence:
- Featured in several LinkedIn posts and articles highlighting progress and new developments at SafetyIQ.
- Active on platforms such as YouTube and Facebook, discussing topics like workplace safety and innovative security solutions.
Education
- Alma Mater: University of New England (AU)
- Degree: Bachelor of Economics
- Years Attended: 1991 - 1994
Leadership Philosophy
- Support & Mentorship: Highly regarded for his supportive leadership style, mentoring, and coaching team members to achieve exceptional business growth and personal development.
- Balancing Autonomy and Direction: Provides the right balance between giving direction and allowing autonomy, fostering an environment where employees can excel and contribute to business success.
Industry Impact
- SafetyIQ's Mission & Vision:
- Mission: To create transformative software that empowers organizations to champion a safe work environment.
- Vision: To revolutionize workplace safety through data-driven insights and predictive analytics.
- Client Testimonials:
- Kelli MacDonald-Risner of PALFINGER emphasized a significant reduction in direct workers' compensation costs due to SafetyIQ's management system.
- Marco Waanders of Ventia highlighted the company's focus on safety and care for the workforce.
Team and Contributions
- Executive Team:
- Jason Yeates, Chief Financial Officer
- Dr. Daniel Thomas, Chief Technology Officer
- Adam O'Neill, General Manager, Sales
- Peter Ogden, General Manager, Marketing
- Customer Success and Development Teams:
- Experienced teams led by Senior Customer Success Managers and Software Developers, emphasizing customer satisfaction and continuous product improvement.
Scott Jackson's leadership and innovative approach have positioned SafetyIQ as a leading player in the safety technology industry, driving forward safety practices and delivering exceptional value to their clients. His extensive experience and commitment to excellence make him a pivotal figure in the evolution of workplace safety solutions.
