Christopher Smith is an accomplished program manager and educator with extensive experience in program development and evaluation across various organizations. Currently serving as Program Manager and previously as Program Officer at the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Christopher collaborates with diverse stakeholders to implement impactful projects for disadvantaged populations. In prior roles as Executive Director of the College Transition Collaborative, Vice President at the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering, and Program Director at The After-School Corporation, Christopher has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing educational outcomes and supporting underrepresented groups in higher education and STEM fields. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Developmental Psychology from Fordham University and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from Georgetown University.