Adam Poole

Adam Poole is an experienced professional in the field of workplace health and safety who has recently ventured into entrepreneurship. He is currently the Co-Founder of iotAR, a startup he launched in February 2023.1 iotAR aims to revolutionize industrial operations by combining Internet of Things (IoT) intelligence with Augmented Reality (AR) visuals to create transformative digital experiences.1

Professional Background

Adam's career spans various roles in health, safety, and environment (HSE) management:

Current Positions::

• Co-Founder at iotAR (since February 2023)1
• Senior HSE Business Partner for Southern NSW, ACT, and PNG at GHD (since August 2021)1
• Founder of Safety Compass (since March 2018)1

Previous Experience::

• Senior Health Safety Environment Advisor at Recovery Partners Australia
• Senior WHS Consultant at Work Science
• WHS Consultant at Sydney Water
• Lead Auditor for OHSMS, EMS, and QMS at SAI Global1

Education and Qualifications

Adam has a strong educational background in occupational health and safety:

• Master of Science in Occupational Health & Safety from the University of Wollongong
• Diploma in OHS from Swinburne University of Technology
• Various certifications including ICAM Lead Investigator and advanced project management1

Entrepreneurial Journey

Adam's entrepreneurial spirit is evident in his founding of two startups:

1. Safety Compass: Founded in March 2018, this venture taught Adam valuable lessons about the startup ecosystem, including pitching, prototyping, and launching to early-stage users worldwide.1

2. iotAR: Launched in November 2023, this is Adam's second startup. He mentions that it benefits from the experiences and lessons learned during his time with Safety Compass.2

Achievements

Adam has received recognition for his innovative work:

• University of Wollongong 2013 Pitch Winner in the Post Grad Student Category
• Good Design Selection for The Safety Compass in the Digital Design/App Design category
• Patron's Prize for Australian Design, awarded to The Safety Compass1

Adam Poole's diverse experience in HSE management, combined with his entrepreneurial ventures in safety-focused technology, positions him as a notable figure in the intersection of workplace safety and innovative technology solutions.