Tim Schmuckal is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic leadership and organizational transformation. Currently serving as an Advisory Board Member for the Seattle Interactive Conference since June 2011, Tim has contributed to various organizations, including as Chief Strategy Officer at Abett from September 2019 to July 2021 and Principal at Catalyz LLC from December 2016 to December 2019, focusing on human-centered approaches to organizational change. Tim has also held board positions with the Live Music Project and Washington Lawyers for the Arts and has worked in operational roles as VP of Operations at Front Desk, Inc. and Business Strategist at Sticks LLC. Tim's earlier career includes significant leadership positions at Digital Kitchen and legal expertise as Senior Corporate Counsel at Expedia, Inc. Tim holds a JD from the University of Michigan Law School and a Bachelor’s degree in Business and English from Michigan State University.