Devrin Carlson-Smith

Devrin Carlson-Smith is the Founder and Chief AI Officer at Extraordinary AI, a strategic advisory firm focused on artificial intelligence solutions for CEOs, CMOs, and private equity firms. He is based in Park City, Utah, and has over 20 years of experience in entrepreneurial and digital enterprise strategy.

Professional Background

Before founding Extraordinary AI, Carlson-Smith held several significant roles:

• Chief Operating Officer / Partner at Finch (June 2021 - October 2023): He was responsible for overseeing operations, performance, and client media spend, achieving notable returns on investment.

• Chief Strategy Officer at Finch (September 2019 - June 2021): He led strategic developments and market transitions for the company.

• Chief Digital Officer / Partner at Wirkn (May 2016 - February 2020): Here, he was instrumental in creating a video-profile job marketplace, focusing on business development and product-market fit.

• Head of Strategic Development at Kik Interactive (July 2012 - June 2016): He contributed to the growth of Kik, a messaging platform with over 300 million users.

Carlson-Smith also has experience with major corporations like Microsoft and Publicis Groupe, where he played a key role in digital transformation initiatives.

Education and Certifications

He holds a Master of Science in Engineering and has various certifications, including Avalanche and Rescue Certification and CPR/AED Wilderness First Aid Certification.

Achievements

Throughout his career, Carlson-Smith has received multiple awards, including being a three-time ICSC Innovation Platform Winner and contributing to Kik Interactive's recognition as a top messaging platform. His expertise lies in leveraging AI and digital strategies to drive business growth and innovation.12