Karyn Smith

Karyn Smith is the Chief Legal Officer of Avalara, bringing over 30 years of experience in high-growth technology companies. With a proven track record in corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and risk management, Karyn has led multiple companies through initial public offerings while building high-performing teams. They are a member of various boards, including Women for Women International and Halcyon, and have held key legal roles at notable firms such as Twilio Inc. and Zynga Inc. Karyn's education includes a JD from Santa Clara University School of Law and a B.J. from the University of Missouri-Columbia.