
Jeanette
Jackson
CEO Foresight Cleantech Accelerator
Jeanette is an experienced CEO and entrepreneur with broad experience in technology, business development, marketing, and operations.
As the CEO of Foresight, Jeanette has led rapid growth, transforming a regional organization into Canada’s largest cleantech accelerator.
Since 2018, under her leadership, Foresight has expanded accelerator programs from one province to national, built a vibrant Industry Innovation Program, and launched a sectoral approach to accelerate cleantech innovation. Jeanette is a frequent speaker, media guest, and advisor to industry and government.
Prior to joining Foresight, Jeanette was founding CEO of Light-Based Technologies, which she built into a thriving enterprise with venture capital supports and a successful personal exit in 2011.
As President of The Brag Company, she oversaw the complete restructuring of the business and sale of the company in just two years. As an Executive in Residence with Foresight, Jeanette advised more than 20 ventures in several markets including bio-energy, electric vehicles, smart buildings, water tech, robotics and wind.
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September 6, 2023 Announcement Foresight's 2022-23 Annual Report: Celebrating a Decade of Impact We're thrilled to share this special 10th Anniversary edition of our 2022-23 Annual Report, showcasing not just how far we’ve come, but demonstrating how we will continue to help Canada become a global leader on the path to net zero. View Announcement
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July 4, 2023 Article The Tech Paradox: Climate Change vs. Digital Innovation What is the carbon cost of an email? And how are digital solutions tackling the climate crisis? During Collision 2023, Foresight’s CEO, Jeanette Jackson got real about the pros and cons of digital innovation as we accelerate a global net zero transition. View Article
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July 25, 2022 Article It’s Time for the Most Important Canada First: Reaching Net Zero The climate challenge has come into acute focus over the past year. As outlined in our new annual report, our team has stepped up our commitment to accelerate the commercialization and adoption of Canadian cleantech innovation. View Article