Brian Kibble Smith
About Brian Kibble Smith
Brian Kibble Smith serves as the Assistant General Counsel for Payments at Aventiv Technologies, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in legal support for payment operations and compliance, having previously held positions at AllPaid and JP Morgan Chase.
Work at Aventiv Technologies
Brian Kibble Smith serves as the Assistant General Counsel for Payments at Aventiv Technologies. He has been in this role since 2018, contributing to the legal framework that supports the company's payment operations. His responsibilities include providing legal support for JPay LLC, which focuses on the corrections services industry. In addition to his primary role, he supports enterprise-level compliance, cybersecurity, and human resources offices within the organization. His experience in the payments sector enhances the legal strategies employed by Aventiv Technologies.
Previous Experience at AllPaid
Prior to his current position, Brian Kibble Smith worked at AllPaid as the Assistant General Counsel for Payments from 2010 to 2022. During his 12 years in this role, he operated primarily in a Chicago-Remote setting, which included travel. His work involved overseeing legal matters related to payment processing and compliance, contributing to the company's operational integrity in the payments industry.
Education and Expertise
Brian Kibble Smith earned his Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1982 to 1986. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatrical Management from the University of Michigan-Flint, obtained between 1976 and 1980. His educational background supports his expertise in state and federal government relations, strategy, and software and technology law. He is skilled in writing articles, white papers, newsletters, and other business literature.
Career Background
Brian Kibble Smith has a diverse career background that includes significant roles in various organizations. Before joining AllPaid, he served as Executive Director of Public Affairs for the Public Sector Segment at JP Morgan Chase from 2004 to 2009. He also worked as a Research Associate at the American Medical Association from 1983 to 1986. This varied experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of legal and public affairs in multiple sectors.