Robert Smith

Robert Smith is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the SaaS and cloud application sectors, currently serving as a Strategic Advisor at OpenGate Capital since January 2020 and as Principal at Bobb Inc. since August 2017. Smith has a history of transformative leadership, having held key positions such as Chief Revenue Officer at Vidyo, where significant revenue growth was achieved by transitioning the company to a cloud-based model, and President/CEO roles at Channelinsight and Lexmark Enterprise Software, where strategic repositioning led to successful exits. Earlier roles include President/COO at Ping Identity and Aligo Inc., driving expansion and profitability. Smith began a robust career in executive sales leadership across several software companies and holds a BS in Information Technology from Colorado State University along with MBA Level Studies in Finance from Regis University.