Dan Smart

Dan Smart is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in talent development and organizational strategy. Currently serving as Principal of Talent Development at Ares Management Corporation, Dan previously held roles at BCG Digital Ventures, including Global Manager of Professional Development, where significant initiatives were implemented to align talent strategies with business needs. Prior experience at Marsh & McLennan Companies involved developing a global employee survey strategy and leading change management programs. Dan's expertise in performance management, leadership development, and employee engagement has been further honed through roles in organizations like Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and various investment firms. Dan holds a Master of Arts in Social and Organizational Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Finance and French from the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business.