Peter A.C. Smith is a seasoned professional with a rich background in leadership and consulting. As the past President and CEO of The Leadership Alliance Inc., he has extensive experience working with international associates across various regions including North America, UK, EU, Africa, Brazil, China, and India.

Peter excels in assisting public and private sector organizations in enhancing their performance and profitability through optimizing leadership capabilities. A constant learner, he stays at the forefront of his field by conducting cutting-edge research and staying actively engaged in the industry.

Before establishing his successful consulting practice, Peter held senior positions at Exxon in New York and North America, gaining valuable experience in areas such as HR, I/T, R&D, Operations, and Mathematics.

Throughout his career, Peter has held esteemed positions such as Professor of Management Learning at the Canadian School of Management, Executive Director at the International Foundation for Action Learning Canada, and Chair of the International Community of Action Learners. He is also actively involved in various editorial roles including being the Publisher and Managing Editor of the Journal of Knowledge Management Practice and an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Sociotechnology & Knowledge Management.

Peter is renowned for his expertise in emerging leadership paradigms, interactive planning, sustainability leadership, innovation leadership, knowledge management, social economy, and more. His specialties include leading bi-modal organizations, 'Organizational Sustainable Advantage'™, complex networks, and Enterprise 2.0.

Currently, Peter serves as the Director of Center Strategy at the Center for Dynamic Leadership Models in Global Business and has previously been associated with organizations such as JKMP.org, KPMG, and Interact - The Institute for Interactive Management. His contributions to academia and the business world have established him as a sought-after speaker, workshop leader, and conference chair internationally.