Jay Smith is a seasoned professional with 25 years of experience in global sourcing of branded, licensed, and promotional products. Smith has an MBA in Marketing from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire's Whittemore School of Business and Economics.

Throughout his career, Smith has worked with several well-known brands, including Reebok, L.A. Gear, Brooks Shoe Co., and Voit Sports Inc. He has held leadership positions in various organizations, including Owner at StitchesNH Inc., SVP, Global Sourcing at R.G. Barry Corporation, and President at Asian Licensing Partners Ltd.

Smith's expertise lies in development and sourcing of new products in a wide range of categories, managing contract manufacturing and quality control operations, driving cost-reduction initiatives with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and overseeing international logistics. He has also negotiated product and service supply contracts, brand licensing agreements, and led and mentored multi-cultural management teams.

Smith's skills and interests include global sourcing, supply chain efficiency improvement projects, and brand licensing. He is also experienced in product merchandising and licensing, marketing, and footwear design.