Dean Brown

CEO for Growth Companies

Dean Brown is the CEO of SafetyChain Software, a position he has held since September 2023. He is an experienced leader with over 20 years in various roles across different companies, specializing in scaling businesses and enhancing their global reach. His expertise includes product management, operations, digital marketing, and team building, among other areas.1

Professional Background

Before joining SafetyChain Software, Dean served as CEO of IPRO from July 2018 to September 2023. His previous roles include Chief Product Officer and Chief Technology Officer at Open Education, and he co-founded Next U, Inc., which was later acquired by Open Education. His career also includes significant positions at Pearson School Companies and ACT, Inc..1

Education

Dean holds a Bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University, a Master's from the University of North Texas, and he pursued a Ph.D. at Texas A&M University, where he did not complete his degree.1

His leadership style is characterized by a hands-on approach, engaging in both high-level strategy and day-to-day operations to ensure business effectiveness and growth.1

Experience

CEO in Search of Next at Self-employed (September 2023 - Present)

CEO at IPRO (July 2018 - September 2023); Chief Product Officer / Chief Technology Officer at Open Education (via Open Education Acquisition) (November 2015 - June 2018); Co-founder and CEO at Next U, Inc (October 2013 - November 2015); SVP and General Manager at Pearson School Companies (2007 - 2013); VP Product Management at Thomson NETg (April 2006 - August 2007); VP Account and Product Management at ACT, Inc. (2001 - March 2006); Client Executive at Trilogy (2000 - 2001); VP Consulting Services and Product Management at DACG (1994 - 2000)