Bryan Smith

Bryan Smith is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in innovation strategy, product management, and brand marketing. As the Founder of South Wilson Consulting since August 2023, Bryan specializes in aiding organizations in building and commercializing new businesses while developing innovation strategies for revenue growth. Prior to this role, Bryan served as the VP of Innovation Strategy at U+ Digital Ventures, where responsibilities included overseeing the innovation lifecycle and directing business development across various industries. A notable tenure at Bridgestone Americas involved multiple leadership roles, culminating in the management of a 12-member product team and the successful launch of the intelligent tire business model. Bryan's career also includes significant contributions at Brown-Forman and various other companies, complemented by an MBA in Marketing from Vanderbilt University and a BA in Economics from the University of Virginia.