Taylor Smith

Taylor Smith is the CEO and Cofounder of Blueboard Inc, a company he founded in April 2014 and continues to lead today.1 Blueboard is based in San Francisco and focuses on providing experiential rewards for employees of companies like Eventbrite, Optimizely, GoPro, Rodan & Fields, and Astex Pharmaceuticals.1

Professional Background

Prior to founding Blueboard, Taylor had the following experiences:

• CEO & Cofounder at Ruby Wallet (November 2010 - March 2014): Taylor led a company that transformed excess inventory for top US jewelry manufacturers into a valuable asset, helping them expand into e-commerce and marketplaces like Amazon.1

• Management Consulting at Accenture (October 2010 - October 2011): He spent a year in consulting.1

• District Manager at College Works Painting (April 2009 - October 2009): Taylor managed a business with over 6 full-time employees and revenues exceeding $108,000 in less than four months.1

Education

Taylor Smith's educational background includes:

• University of California, Berkeley: He earned a BS in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from 2006 to 2010.1
• St. Ignatius College Preparatory: He attended this institution from 2002 to 2006.1

Entrepreneurial Vision

At Blueboard, Taylor's mission is to challenge comfort zones, indulge in passions, and promote new experiences. The company's product helps businesses reward their employees with memorable and meaningful experiences, such as skydiving, attending major sporting events, or learning new skills like stand-up comedy.1

Taylor Smith's leadership at Blueboard has been recognized for its ability to attract top talent and build strong teams.1 His entrepreneurial journey showcases a progression from early business management experiences to founding and leading innovative companies in the employee rewards and jewelry sectors.