David fosters collaborations through partnerships to advance safety science and advocacy with corporate leaders, policymakers, and consumers.
David McKnight is head of partnerships for UL Standards & Engagement, developing partnerships to share safety science knowledge and advance advocacy with corporate leaders, trade association leaders, policymakers, and consumers.
McKnight has spent several years building and expanding partnerships in various roles. Before joining UL Standards & Engagement, McKnight served as vice president of business relationships and partnerships for The Manufacturing Institute, the nonprofit workforce and education partner of The National Association of Manufacturers. Prior to that position, he led corporate relations and communications at the Agricultural Retailers Association, a trade association focused on legislative and regulatory issues.
McKnight holds a B.A. in political science from Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia.
Videos Featuring David
How Standards Can be a Resource to Communities
David McKnight, Head of Partnerships for UL Standards & Engagement explains how standards can be a resource in community planning and safety efforts.
The Role Partnerships Play in ULSE’s Mission
Head of Partnerships for UL Standards & Engagement, David McKnight, shares how partnerships allow us to share our mission with wider audiences.
How Standards Support E-Mobility Innovation
David McKnight, Head of Partnerships for UL Standards & Engagement shares how standards can safely guide e-mobility innovation.
How Standards Can be a Resource to Communities
The Role Partnerships Play in ULSE’s Mission
How Standards Support E-Mobility Innovation
Insights & Events Featuring David
Travel safety
Supporting Safer E-mobility on College Campuses
HOME safety
“Safeguarding Innovation: How Standards Create a Safer World” Panel at CES 2025
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