David A. Ward Sr., CXO 2.0 Conference Honoree, Celebrated In Times Square For Advancing Workplace Safety Leadership

Las Vegas, USA - May 6, 2026 — David A. Ward Sr, CEO of David A. Ward Sr. Speaks, was honored with the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the CXO 2.0 Conference. His recognition was featured in New York’s Times Square, highlighting his extensive contributions to advancing workplace safety practices and leadership-driven risk management. The three-day leadership conference, held from April 7–9, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, USA, brought together senior executives, industry leaders, and decision-makers to explore leadership strategies, organizational growth, and business transformation.

David A. Ward, Sr. is a nationally respected safety expert, author, and keynote presenter whose four-decade career has transformed how organizations view safety and human responsibility. A former Senior Safety Consultant for Sentry Insurance, Federal Investigator with OSHA’s Whistleblower Protection Program, National Safety Examiner for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and U.S. Air Force veteran, he brings unmatched credibility to every stage.

He is the author of The Faces of Safety and Those Left Behind When Tragedy Strikes, challenging leaders to make safety a core value. David continues his mission as a global consultant dedicated to ensuring we invest in employees and the families who depend on them.

David brings over 40 years of experience in safety leadership, compliance, and organizational risk management across diverse sectors. His leadership has centered on developing strategic safety programs and internal controls designed to identify, assess, and reduce operational risks.

By emphasizing collaboration, effective communication, and accountability, he has enabled organizations to strengthen operational efficiency while improving safety outcomes. His approach prioritizes empowering employees and supervisors to take ownership of safety initiatives, promoting engagement and long-term program effectiveness.

Throughout his career, David has contributed to large-scale safety oversight as a National Safety Examiner, evaluating healthcare operations, industrial processes, and transportation systems. His efforts have supported organizations in enhancing compliance, streamlining operations, and building cultures rooted in safety awareness and responsibility.

David’s contributions have also been recognized through multiple awards across federal and private sector institutions, along with his work as an author and speaker. He has published books focused on safety awareness and education, conducted hundreds of training sessions, including OSHA-certified programs, and shared his insights through industry presentations and written articles.

This recognition highlights David’s role in advancing workplace safety leadership, strengthening risk management practices, and supporting operational excellence through education, collaboration, and accountability.

About CXO 2.0 Conference

CXO 2.0 Conference is a three-day leadership conference that brings together senior executives, industry experts, and business leaders to discuss strategies redefining the future of leadership and organizational success. The conference focuses on executive leadership, business innovation, and growth strategies through keynotes, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Scheduled to take place in Singapore, Dubai, and Las Vegas, the conference provides a platform for recognition, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among top-level decision-makers. For more information, visit www.cxo2conf.com.

David A. Ward Sr. Gains Global Exposure In New York’s Times Square