Josh Shepherd

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About Josh Shepherd

Joshua Shepherd | Technology Innovator | Emergency Services Leader | Head of Event Technology at Atlassian With 20+ years of combined experience in public safety, emergency services, and technology, I bring a unique perspective shaped by technical innovation in the corporate sector and frontline leadership in the fire rescue and emergency services. I’ve served as Deputy Chief, Training Officer, and Captain, leading emergency response operations, incident command, and firefighter training to NFPA standards. I’m experienced in fire cause determination and passionate about mentoring recruits and first responders to strengthen safety, readiness, and leadership. Today, I apply that same discipline and clarity to technology. As Head of Event Technology and Innovation at Atlassian, I lead the development of advanced solutions that integrate event platforms, data analytics, immersive experiences, and AI. My focus is on delivering scalable, precision-built systems that transform how organizations engage, measure impact, and grow. I thrive on bridging the worlds of emergency services and technology—uniting operational expertise with technical innovation to set new standards in both.