Duane Smith

I%27ve moved from consultant to entrepreneur to corporate leader and have 20 years of experience leading innovation for a diverse range of global brands, including P&G, Compaq, Cuisinart, GE, and Nissan.

I’m a creative entrepreneur at heart with experience spanning a breadth of industries from products to architecture to apparel, and my work has touched a broad range of categories including consumer electronics, housewares, apparel, medical, user interface, furniture, architecture, retail environments, CPG, and brand identity.

My passion lies in business strategy and innovation, and I’m an advocate for the value of design as a key contributor to business success. My strength lies in being able to manage both creative and fiscal functions in cross-functional teams, and I love working with people that share my passion for innovation and creativity.

Specialties:Experience in all aspects of business strategy and execution
Expertise in leadership, innovation and brand strategy
Keen awareness of cultural and creative trends