Brenden Smith

Brenden Smith is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in asset management and investment strategies. Currently serving as Managing Partner at Cypress Point Investment Management LP since January 2021, Brenden also holds a position as Board Member and Investment Committee Chair at Valley Children's Healthcare & Hospital, active since November 2016. Previously, Brenden was Managing Director and Co-Head of Vista Public Strategies at Vista Equity Partners from January 2014 to December 2020, and prior to that, was a Portfolio Manager and Founder at Cypress Point Investment Management LP (2008-2014). Brenden's earlier career includes roles as Partner and Analyst in Global Technology at Neuberger Berman Technology Management and Partner Fund Management, LP, as well as an Equity Research Analyst at Goldman Sachs for six years. Brenden earned a BA from Yale University in 1999.