Jim Smith

Jim Smith is an accomplished professional with over 30 years of experience in government acquisition, notably serving as the Acquisition Executive for the United States Special Operations Command, where they managed over $6 billion annually. They were responsible for the development of all-domain capabilities for Special Operations Forces and oversaw numerous projects and personnel dedicated to advanced technologies. After a distinguished 27-year career as an Army officer, they transitioned to the Senior Executive Service, contributing significantly to national defense initiatives. Currently, Jim serves on multiple advisory boards and board of directors, while emphasizing collaboration within the technology sector in support of defense. They hold a degree from Stanford University.