2025 Badge Summit

Ian Davidson is the Chief Growth Officer of SmartResume, an innovative platform that transforms digital credentials into verifiable resumes. Ian partners with credential issuers to empower learners with high-quality resume content and connect them to economic opportunities.
His career began in advertising technology, leveraging data to drive marketing results, before transitioning to ZipRecruiter as Vice President of Business Development. There, he led partnerships with Applicant Tracking Systems, job boards, and educational platforms, identifying digital credentials as a key missing piece in the hiring ecosystem.
Ian also authors the annual LER Ecosystem SmartReport, offering insights into the evolving world of digital credentials. He is committed to a future where digital credentials level the playing field for job seekers, providing employers with deeper insights into skills and qualifications.