Jim D.

Jim D. currently serves as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for the National Safety Council, having initially joined as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives in 2021. Additionally, Jim is a co-founder and Managing Director of Bedford Management Partners, which focuses on advisory services, private capital investment management, and asset operations. Jim's extensive previous experience includes roles such as Vice President of Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability at United Rentals, Corporate Safety Director at Cummins Inc., and Senior Compliance Leader at Pfizer. Educational qualifications include advanced degrees in Occupational Health, Executive Management, and Strategy from reputable institutions such as Vanderbilt University, the University of Memphis, and The Wharton School. Jim also holds board and advisory positions with various organizations, reflecting leadership in strategic initiatives and business operations.