Amanda Smithson

Amanda Smithson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership and investment banking. Currently serving as Managing Partner at Blackwood Group since 2000, Amanda has demonstrated a commitment to strategic growth and partnership development. Prior to this role, Amanda held the position of COO for Investment Banking EMEA at Morgan Stanley from September 1997 to January 2000 and worked in M&A at Morgan Stanley from 1986 to 1997. Amanda's academic credentials include a law degree from the University of Cambridge and advanced studies in executive coaching from the British Psychological Society and Meyler Campbell.