Joseph Foley
About Joseph Foley
Joseph Foley serves as the Director of R&D Global Compliance at Descartes Systems Group, where he oversees applications related to denied and sanctioned party screening and manages technical product development for North American manifest and security filing applications. He has over two decades of experience in the field, having previously held roles at Descartes and Flagship Customs Services.
Current Role at Descartes Systems Group
Joseph Foley serves as the Director of R&D Global Compliance at Descartes Systems Group, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for applications related to denied and sanctioned party screening. He manages the technical product development for North American manifest and security filing applications, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. His expertise also extends to overseeing content business applications that focus on tariff research and classification.
Previous Experience at Descartes Systems Group
Prior to his current role, Joseph Foley worked at Descartes Systems Group as the Director of R&D, Government Solutions from 2009 to 2017. During his eight years in this position, he contributed to the development of government-related solutions and compliance applications. His extensive experience within the organization has equipped him with a deep understanding of the company's operations and product offerings.
Experience at Flagship Customs Services
Joseph Foley was employed at Flagship Customs Services, a division of Descartes Systems Group, as the Web Products Manager from 1998 to 2009. Over his eleven-year tenure, he was responsible for managing web-based products and solutions that supported customs and trade compliance. This role provided him with valuable insights into the intersection of technology and regulatory requirements in the customs sector.
Education and Academic Background
Joseph Foley studied at Virginia Tech, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Ocean Engineering. His academic journey spanned from 1993 to 1998, during which he developed a foundational understanding of engineering principles that would later inform his career in technology and compliance.