Heather Smith

Heather Smith is an experienced professional with nearly 20 years in people management and over 8 years in autonomous vehicle (AV) technology. They have a background in creative leadership with past roles such as Visual Store Manager at Anthropologie and Merchandise Presentation Supervisor at Banana Republic. Currently, at Uber, Heather leads AV fleets and has previously held positions including Sr. Manager and Manager of Test Operations, where they focused on operational excellence and team development. Heather also served as Head of Operations Culture and Training at Aurora, showcasing a commitment to fostering positive work environments. They hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications Advertising from Loyola University New Orleans.