David West Smith

David Smith is a seasoned Global Finance and Technology Executive with over 25 years of experience in Global Credit Markets, Venture Capital, Oil and Gas, Private Equity, and Strategic Investments in various sectors including Technology, Digital Media, Enterprise Software, Telecoms, Data Centers, Mobile, Advertising, Defense, and Logistics.

David has a strong background in growth execution and portfolio management in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) and Enterprise Software from the perspectives of both Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE).

Previously, David held executive positions at top-tier financial institutions like Deutsche Bank Asset Management and Credit Suisse (DLJ) in major international cities including New York, London, and Singapore.

David's educational background includes an MBA in Finance and International Business from the University of Miami Herbert Business School, a BA in Social Anthropology from Eckerd College, and Bachelors Studies in Economics and EU Law from Paris Lodron Universität Salzburg.

In addition, David also studied Social Anthropology and Spanish Studies at Universidad de Granada.

Throughout his career, David has been associated with various reputable organizations where he served in leadership roles such as Managing Director at StrongHeart Energy, Strategic Advisor at Global Infrastructure Finance LLC, and Director at Conexus, among others.

David's extensive professional experience spans across multiple industries like Technology, Oil & Gas, Energy, Downstream, Polyolefins, Digital Media, Alternative Assets, and Asset Management in Venture Capital and Structured Finance sectors.

David Smith's expertise includes Global Technology, ENP, Private Equity, Venture Capital Asset Management, and Structured Finance.

David's vast portfolio includes roles such as Strategic Director at Neolithics, Board Member at FLATLAY, Founder of Global Emerging Finance and Technology, Advisor at Exigen Capital, and many more.

He has also held significant roles at Rapid Addition Limited, Corporate Finance Partners CFP & Founders Investments, Man Financial (Gerald Energy), and Donaldson Lufkin and Jenrette, showcasing his diverse skill set and experience in the finance and technology domains.