Shepherd Smith

Shepherd Smith is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business development and operations within the technology and finance sectors. Currently serving as VP of Global Payment & Product Partnerships at Adyen since November 2024, Shepherd previously held the role of COO at Synctera, overseeing the company's strategy and commercial operations. Shepherd's background includes significant positions at Google, where responsibilities ranged from leading business development for various key products like the Pixel phone and IoT platforms to managing partnerships that drove user acquisition for Search and Chrome. Shepherd's early career involved consulting roles at Analysis Group, supporting Fortune 500 clients across multiple industries. An MBA graduate from the University of California, Berkeley, and holding a BA in Economics from Wesleyan University, Shepherd combines robust analytical skills with strategic leadership expertise.