Olivier Smit

Olivier Smit is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in marketing, strategy, and management across various industries. Currently serving as CEO of Matter since January 2022, Olivier previously held positions such as Strategy Consultant at EuroParcs Group and Chief Commercial Officer at Vitesse and the Royal Dutch Ice Skating Federation (KNSB). Significant roles also include Deputy Managing Director at J. Walter Thompson Worldwide and Director of Marketing & Fundraising at UNICEF. Olivier's career began at Royal Bank of Scotland, where a series of progressive roles culminated in Vice President of Brand & Marketing Communications. An education background includes degrees from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and Hotelschool The Hague, complemented by leadership training at THNK School of Leadership and Phoenix Opleidingen.