Derek Welsh G AI Cd
About Derek Welsh G AI Cd
Derek Welsh serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Janison, where he has worked since 2019. He focuses on enhancing customer support and driving global strategies for the company's education technology services.
Work at Janison
Derek Welsh has served as Chief Operating Officer at Janison since 2019, contributing to the company's strategic direction for five years in Australia. In his previous role as Chief Commercial Officer from 2018 to 2019, he focused on enhancing customer and partner support through innovative technology solutions. Welsh drives the development and execution of global strategies for Janison's products and services, playing a key role in expanding the company's education technology services to over 100 countries. His leadership emphasizes the importance of modernizing and digitizing education across various regions, including the Americas, China, and the Middle East.
Education and Expertise
Derek Welsh holds a Master's Degree in Management Science from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, which he completed from 1999 to 2000. He also studied at Trinity College Dublin, where he earned two Bachelor's Degrees: a Bachelor of Arts in Pure Mathematics from 1995 to 1998 and a Bachelor of Engineering in Computers from 1995 to 1999. Additionally, he completed the Company Directors Course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors in 2022, further enhancing his expertise in governance and directorship.
Background
Derek Welsh has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in the education technology sector. Prior to his tenure at Janison, he worked at SumTotal Systems, LLC, where he held various positions, including Professional Services Manager and Executive General Manager ANZ, from 2003 to 2011. He also served as Chief Information Officer at Jobfind Australia from 2011 to 2017 and as Software Development Manager at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt from 2000 to 2003. His career reflects a strong focus on technology and management within the education industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Derek Welsh has been committed to enhancing the financial contribution of Janison to its shareholders through strategic growth initiatives. His leadership has been instrumental in driving the company's expansion into global markets and modernizing educational practices. By focusing on innovative technology solutions, he has elevated customer and partner support, ensuring that Janison remains competitive in the education technology landscape.