Joel Smith

Joel Smith is an accomplished professional in the field of energy and consulting with extensive experience at Synpulse Management Consulting, where roles have progressed from Consultant to Associate Partner, overseeing global initiatives in reinsurance and insurance-linked securities since June 2016. Previously, Joel served as a Consultant at Penn America Energy LLC and held positions at Bloomberg New Energy Finance and the Center on Global Energy Policy, gaining valuable insights into natural gas and energy policy. Joel's foundational experiences include a summer associate role at Wood Mackenzie and a research associate position at the Center for a New American Security. Joel holds a Master of Public Administration from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, specializing in Global Energy Management and Policy, and has completed undergraduate studies at North Carolina State University.