K. Scott Griffith

Griffith investigates the complexities of risk management and organizational reliability, driven by a commitment to reducing hidden dangers and enhancing safety. His professional journey began with a profound personal experience when he witnessed a plane crash in 1985, which motivated him to collaborate with experts on pioneering safety innovations like the airborne LiDAR wind shear prediction system. This trajectory led him to establish SG Collaborative Solutions, LLC, where he developed globally recognized programs like the Collaborative High Reliability® and Collaborative Just Culture®. His book, "The Leader’s Guide to Managing Risk: A Proven Method to Build Resilience and Reliability", encapsulates his philosophy of systematic, evidence-based approaches to risk.\n\nFocusing on themes of resilience and just culture, Griffith's writing is grounded in his educational background in physics, informing his method of integrating engineering, behavioral psychology, and legal principles. By reframing safety strategies for various high-consequence sectors, including aviation, healthcare, and law enforcement, he offers leaders actionable insights to build reliable and resilient organizations. His authoritative voice in these fields has earned him significant accolades, such as the Flight Safety Foundation’s Admiral Luis de Florez Award, acknowledging his substantial contributions to aviation safety.\n\nReaders and professionals across diverse industries benefit from Griffith’s accessible style, which demystifies complex risk management concepts into practical solutions. His work not only supports those in leadership roles seeking to foster a culture of safety but also influences broader industry standards, evident in his involvement with major institutions like Harvard’s Mass General Brigham health system. This bio underscores his role as a transformative figure in risk management, whose contributions continue to shape safety and reliability practices worldwide.