Matt Smith

Matt Smith currently serves as the National Director of Category Development at Albertsons Companies, having commenced this role in May 2023. Prior to this, Matt held various impactful positions at Anheuser-Busch, including Senior Director of Category Leadership, where leadership of a 48-person Category Management team supported over 100 regional accounts. Matt's extensive background also encompasses significant roles at 7-Eleven as Senior Category Manager for Fresh Foods and Operations Market Manager, as well as consultancy experiences that fostered growth and innovation in multiple retail settings. Early career achievements include serving as Director of Marketing and Sales Growth at Virginia Toy and Novelty Company and gaining foundational experience at Cintas Corporation. Matt holds an MBA from William & Mary and a BS in Business Administration from Virginia Tech.