BIO
Jason is a renowned executive and thought leader in security, safety, resilience and crisis management, currently serving as the Group Director of Global Emergency Management for Walmart. With a career spanning nearly two decades at Walmart, he has led the company through some of the most significant crises of the last 20 years. Known for his innovative approach, he's introduced advanced technologies and operating frameworks to enhance the company's crisis management and business continuity capabilities. Jason's diverse experience within Walmart includes leadership roles across various business units, encompassing innovations, transformation and strategy.
In addition to his work at Walmart, Jason has served as the Chief Security Officer at Infinite Blue, a resilience technology company, and Chief Security Officer at the Bass Pro Shops family of companies. His responsibilities in these roles ranged from physical and cyber security to regulatory compliance, business continuity and crisis management across diverse business sectors. Before joining the private sector, Jason worked in law enforcement as a Trooper at the Arkansas State Police and fire service as an Assistant Fire Chief at Sylvan Hills Fire Department. He holds an undergraduate degree in Emergency Administration and Management and graduate degrees in Organizational and Business Security Management (MA) and Business Administration (MBA).