Colby Smythe

Colby Smythe is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in product management and design. Currently serving as a Senior Product Manager and Senior Product Designer at Stack Overflow since July 2021, Colby previously held positions at Jama Software and Castle Rock Associates, Inc., where responsibilities included product management and UX design. Colby's early career includes roles such as UX Designer at NAVIS and in business development at Flybook Reservation Software. Additionally, Colby has entrepreneurial experience as the owner of Kailua Shave Ice, a business developed during studies at the University of Oregon, which focused on marketing, finance, and employee management. A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship was earned from the University of Oregon. Colby's diverse background is complemented by skills in management, communication, organization, public speaking, and problem-solving.