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Greg Smith
Start-up Consultant and Technology Investor
Greg Smith is an accomplished entrepreneur and business leader who currently serves as the President of Blue Vista Ventures, LLC, a company specializing in investments in early-stage and start-up technology companies.12
Background and Education
Greg Smith was born and raised in Corning, New York. He pursued his higher education in the South, earning a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Clemson University in 1984. He further enhanced his business acumen by obtaining a master's degree in international business from the University of South Carolina in 1988.1
Professional Career
Entrepreneurial Success:
Smith's entrepreneurial journey includes co-founding Advectis, Inc., where he served as Chairman and CEO. Advectis pioneered the electronic processing of mortgage loans, significantly improving the efficiency of the mortgage process.1
Corporate Leadership:
After selling Advectis to Xerox, Smith took on the role of VP and General Manager of Xerox Mortgage Services.1
Current Role:
As President of Blue Vista Ventures, LLC, Smith focuses on investing in and supporting early-stage and start-up technology companies.12
Achievements and Recognition
Smith is credited with leading transformative change in the mortgage industry, driving the shift from paper-based processes to electronic mortgages. In recognition of his contributions, he received the Steve Fraser Visionary Award in 2008, a lifetime achievement award in mortgage technology presented by Mortgage Technology Magazine.1
Involvement with Clemson University
Smith maintains strong ties with his alma mater, Clemson University:
- Served as the first chair of the Advisory Board for the Spiro Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Volunteers as a mentor to aspiring student entrepreneurs
- Teaches a non-paid entrepreneurship class, "How to Start a Start-Up" (ENTR 1090)
- Active member of the Clemson University Board of Visitors
- Major donor to the Clemson golf program and IPTAY
- Serves on the Golf Paws Advisory Board1
Personal Life
Greg Smith resides in Alpharetta, Georgia, with his wife Carol. They have three adult children: Aaron, Sarah Veach, and Audrey.1
