Steve Smith

Steve Smith is a seasoned professional with a rich background in Sales and Business Development spanning nearly two decades. His success can be attributed to a collaborative problem-solving approach, emphasis on talent recruitment and retention, as well as a blend of creative, logical, and strategic thinking.

Having excelled in building strong networks across various industries and markets, Steve thrives in challenging situations requiring starting from scratch or with limited resources, be it revenue generation, human capital management, or shaping organizational culture. He possesses a keen insight into individual and team success factors, adept at motivation, obstacle removal, and driving enhanced sales performance through strategic interventions.

Some key career highlights include significantly growing revenue organically within a 4-year span, achieving exponential growth for a data storage startup, initiating the formation of a statewide network consortium in Arkansas, securing substantial OEM contracts, and successfully responding to high-value RFPs.

Currently serving as a Founding Partner at Ronin Technology Advisors, Steve's illustrious career includes leadership roles such as Vice President of Sales at Ritter Communications, Vice President, Wholesale and Transport Division at Ritter Communications, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at SwiftReach, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Optimal Path Inc., Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at General Telecom, Founder at Apex Networks, and Sr. Director, New England Region at Qwest.