Michael Smith is a dynamic entrepreneur and investor with a diverse background in media, real estate, and environmental sustainability. With a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media Studies from Northwestern University, Smith has become a General Partner at Regeneration.VC. After running marketing and digital platforms for Smith Broadcasting, he followed a lifelong passion for music and became a touring DJ before founding The Playlist Generation, a leading background music provider to over 10,000 retail locations. In 2010, he co-founded Creative Space, an adaptive reuse real estate firm responsible for 80 projects across LA and SF. Smith further pursued his passion for environmental sustainability with Ponvalley, an initiative with philanthropic, research, and impact investing practices.

As a result of his work in environmental activism, Smith has served on the boards of PVBLIC Foundation, the American Renewable Energy Institute, and the Sustainable Change Alliance. He is also a founding advisor to Salk Institute’s Harnessing Plants Initiative and served as a Venture Fellow at UC Santa Barbara’s Bren School.

Overall, Smith possesses a versatile set of skills and expertise in entrepreneurship, marketing, investment, and environmental sustainability. With his determination and passion, he aims to revolutionize the way we approach circular economy solutions.