Sierra K. Smith

Sierra K. Smith is a senior executive with a diverse background in business, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. She currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at Leavitt Equity Partners.1 In this role, she leads all non-investment activities, including internal operations and finance, while also overseeing portfolio company support activities and supporting fundraising and limited partner relationship management.1

Professional Background

Sierra's career journey includes:

• Leavitt Equity Partners: Senior Vice President of Operations (current role)1
• Zorpads: Cofounder of this company that designs and manufactures proprietary odor-eliminating shoe inserts1
• Cancer Treatment Centers of America: Held various positions, including Chief of Staff to the President and CEO, Director of Strategy Inputs and Health Policy, and Management Fellow1

Education

Sierra holds impressive academic credentials:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School1
• Bachelor of Science in Science Pre-Professional from the University of Notre Dame

Entrepreneurial Experience

During her time at Harvard Business School, Sierra launched Zorpads, a company that produces odor-eliminating shoe inserts. This venture gained significant recognition when it was featured on the television show Shark Tank, where four out of five "Sharks" offered to invest in the company.1

Skills and Expertise

Sierra's professional experience spans various areas, including:

• Business strategy and development
• Healthcare policy and management
• Operations and finance
• Entrepreneurship and innovation

Her diverse background and leadership roles demonstrate her adaptability and expertise across multiple industries and business functions.1