Court Smith

Court Smith is a seasoned professional in the maritime and business development sectors, currently serving as Partnerships Lead Maritime at Kpler since September 2022, where efforts focus on sourcing data and building relationships within the maritime ecosystem. Previously, Court held various strategic roles, including Business Development Manager, Business Development Team Leader at ADNOC Group, and Manager of Derived Data Services at VesselsValue Ltd. With a strong analytical and commercial mindset, Court developed market intelligence mechanisms, defined business lines, and prepared investment proposals across multiple organizations. Educational qualifications include an MBA from the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and dual bachelor's degrees in Marine Engineering and Marine Transportation from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, complemented by advanced studies at the U.S. Naval War College and Webster University.