Speaker Bio
Jason Lee is an award-winning entrepreneur, certified executive trainer, and professional horse trainer whose career spans aviation, business intelligence, manufacturing, and software development. His journey began with a deep study of conditioned response through horse training, which laid the foundation for his leadership philosophy. He later advanced his education at the CCI Leadership Institute, becoming a certified trainer and leader
Jason has made notable contributions in Kuwait and Afghanistan, where he developed smart safety technologies for military use. His work earned him the Challenge Coin for excellence and helped shape SmartCone Technologies’ mission to transform risk into opportunity
Under his leadership, SmartCone has launched award-winning products like RoadDefender and HeatGuardian, which are deployed across transportation, construction, and industrial sectors
In recognition of his impact, Jason was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025 for innovating technology for safety and improving life4. He also won the TiECon Canada Pitch Fest, was named IoT Tech Company CEO of the Year (Canada), and was shortlisted as one of the 10 Best CEOs of 20203.
Jason’s leadership has helped SmartCone secure strategic partnerships with Disney Worldwide Safety, United Airlines, and Samsung Electronics. He also serves on the NewSpace New Mexico Advisory Board, contributing to space innovation initiatives.