Zelus's Story
Zelus was born out of necessity. In the summer of 2021, Scott Schultz, MD, was training in the sweltering heat and started to feel unwell. As an emergency medicine doctor who had witnessed the devastating effects of heat illnesses, he became concerned about his safety.
Determined to mitigate the risk, Scott sought to use Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) guidance to better gauge when and how hard to train. However, he found that obtaining WBGT readings required expensive specialized devices. Driven by this challenge, Scott invested hundreds of hours researching a solution to make WBGT accessible to everyone.
By the fall of 2021, Scott formed a team to create the first prototype of the Zelus WBGT system. The response to the prototype was overwhelmingly positive, leading to the formation of Zelus. Today, Zelus is an industry leader in WBGT technology, dedicated to ensuring safer training and working conditions for all.
The Zelus System
About Us
Scott Schultz MD
Founder/CEO
Dr. Schultz is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over a decade of experience in Level 1 trauma centers. Scott’s primary interests lie in health, technology, and entrepreneurship. Throughout his medical career, he has dedicated himself to advancing human health through technology and innovation. Early in his career, he realized that to maximize his freedom to innovate, he needed to break free from the constraints of legacy organizations. This realization led him to embrace entrepreneurship as the solution.
Kevin Kloesel PhD
Chief Meteorologist/Chief Science Officer
Dr. Kevin Kloesel is one of the foremost event safety meteorologists in the world. His accomplishments are numerous and impressive. Highlights of his career include co-authoring the definitive book on event safety meteorology, serving on the Board of Directors for the Event Safety Alliance, being a Professor at the University of Oklahoma, and directing the Oklahoma Climate Survey, which oversees the renowned Oklahoma Mesonet. To learn more about Kevin’s distinguished career, follow this link.
John Lamond
Chief Business Development Officer | Sales Management, Marketing
John Lamond brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in contractor safety across the telecommunications, construction, utilities, and renewable energy sectors. Known for his deep expertise and commitment to safer job sites, John has played key roles in product specification, training development, and business growth throughout his career. Based in Columbia, Missouri, where he lives with his wife and two children, John is an active contributor to several national safety organizations. He represents Zelus on the NATE Safety and Education Committee, the STAC Workplace Health & Safety Committee, and the Safety Equipment Manufacturers Committee (SEMC), where he continues to champion industry best practices and advance workplace safety standards.
Our Mission
Zelus is dedicated to revolutionizing heat safety by providing accessible, accurate Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) technology to athletes, workers, and communities. Our mission is to mitigate the risks of heat-related illnesses and deaths through innovative solutions that empower individuals and organizations to make informed decisions about training and working in hot conditions. We strive to lead the industry with cutting-edge technology, continuous education, and a commitment to health and safety, ensuring that everyone can perform at their best while staying protected.
