Tad Smith

Vp, Client Services at DriveShopUSA

Tad Smith has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. In their most recent role at DriveShopUSA, they serve as the VP and Group Account Director. Prior to that, Tad worked at GoDaddy as a Brand Account Manager for the Asia/Australia/India region, where they directed the creative execution of marketing and advertising assets. Tad also has experience at DriveShopUSA as a Group Account Director, leading the agency's highest-volume business with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and later transitioning into a chief client liaison role. Earlier in their career, Tad worked at GTB, where they held various positions such as Management Director in Seattle, Ford/Lincoln Tier II Communications representative, and Cross Brand Director. Tad also served as a Senior Account Supervisor at Global Team Blue, primarily working with the Lincoln Mercury Dealer Association. Tad's experience extends to Alcone, where they worked as a Brand Account Supervisor, and J. Walter Thompson Worldwide, where they were a Partner and Brand Account Supervisor. Throughout their career, Tad has demonstrated strong leadership skills, strategic planning, and client relationship management.

Tad Smith's education history includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from The University of Montana - College of Business. Tad also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in the same field from Walsh College.

In addition to their formal education, Tad Smith has obtained several certifications. Tad completed the "Product Marketing Foundations" certification from LinkedIn in April 2021. Prior to that, they obtained certifications in "B2B Marketing Foundations: Pricing Strategies" and "Ryan Holmes on Social Leadership" from LinkedIn in August and July 2019, respectively. In March 2019, Tad obtained a certification in "Marketing Communications" from LinkedIn. Furthermore, they obtained the "Advanced Google Analytics" certification from Google in May 2019.

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  • Vp, Client Services

    July, 2021 - present

  • Group Account Director

    February, 2017