Jackson Wood
About Jackson Wood
Jackson Wood serves as the Director of Industry Strategy for Global Trade Intelligence at Descartes Systems Group, where he has worked since 2019. With over 18 years of experience in both public and private sectors, he specializes in strategic leadership and innovation.
Work at Descartes Systems Group
Jackson Wood has been serving as the Director of Industry Strategy, Global Trade Intelligence at Descartes Systems Group since 2019. In this role, he focuses on strategic leadership within the global trade intelligence sector. His responsibilities include developing industry strategies that align with the company's goals and enhancing the overall impact of their solutions in the market.
Previous Experience at Cancer Care Ontario
Jackson Wood held multiple leadership positions at Cancer Care Ontario from 2011 to 2019. He served as the Director of Strategy and Business Management from 2015 to 2019, where he oversaw strategic initiatives. Prior to that, he was the Director of Strategic Partnerships from 2013 to 2015, and he worked as a Planning Officer in the Office of Strategy Management from 2011 to 2013. His tenure at Cancer Care Ontario involved fostering partnerships and enhancing strategic operations.
Career Background in Communications and Management
Before his roles in healthcare, Jackson Wood worked at Xerox Canada as a Customer Administration and Communications Specialist from 1999 to 2002. He also held the position of Corporate Business Manager at eCustoms from 2005 to 2011. Additionally, he contributed as a Feature Writer for Inside Track Motorsport News from 2001 to 2003. His diverse background spans both public and private sectors, emphasizing strategic management and communication.
Education and Professional Development
Jackson Wood studied at Carleton University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and English from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his education by completing the Directors Education Program in Finance at the Rotman School of Management in 2012. This educational foundation supports his extensive experience in strategic leadership and innovation.
Expertise in Strategic Leadership
With over 18 years of experience, Jackson Wood specializes in strategic leadership and innovation across various sectors. He possesses a talent for building successful teams by aligning them with innovative ideas and strategic goals. His approach combines big picture thinking with storytelling to connect people and ideas, ultimately helping organizations achieve a higher degree of impact in their communities.