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Jeffrey McDonald

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Global Head of Business Assurance at SGS
📍 Rutherford, New Jersey, United States

As Global Head of Business Assurance at SGS, Jeffrey McDonald has a long-standing career with the company since 1994, holding roles like COO for North America and EVP. A graduate of Griffith University, he leverages his deep experience in international business and operations management to drive growth in certification and assurance services.

He has also completed an executive program focused on leading business digital transformation at IMD, underscoring his commitment to modernizing the industry.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Global Head of Business Assurance
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
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Priorities

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ESG and Sustainability
He frequently discusses sustainability maps and materiality assessments to help companies implement and disclose their ESG programs and goals.
Digital Assurance
He advocates for linking digital transformation with ESG initiatives and emphasizes SGS's leadership in the digital assurance of environmental, social, and governance metrics.
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Career

Work history

1-2024
Global Head of Business Assurance
SGS
10-2015 - 6-2024
Executive Vice President - Certification and Business Enhancement
SGS
10-2015 - 6-2024
Global Head Life Sience Lab Services
SGS
3-2007 - 10-2015
Chief Operating Officier (COO) SGS NAM
SGS
1-2004 - 2-2007
Executive Vice President: System and Service Certification (SSC)
SGS
In the press

Media appearances

Knowledge: Jeffrey McDonald – SGS (PDF Profile). Featured in SGS Corporate Website
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Jeffrey McDonald, SGS SA – Profile on SourceSecurity.com. Featured in SourceSecurity.com
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Education
Leading Business Digital Transformation
IMD
1989 - 1991
Bachelor’s Degree
Griffith University
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