Hunter Smythe
About Hunter Smythe
Hunter Smythe is the Director of Events Marketing at Benefitfocus, where he has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in event management and corporate communication, he has held various roles in organizations such as Vocus and Corporate Executive Board.
Work at Benefitfocus
Hunter Smythe has been with Benefitfocus since 2014, holding various roles within the Events Marketing department. Currently, he serves as the Director of Events Marketing, a position he has held since 2019. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Manager in Events Marketing from 2017 to 2019 and as a Senior Corporate Event Planner from 2014 to 2017. His tenure at Benefitfocus spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to the planning and execution of corporate events.
Previous Experience in Events Management
Before joining Benefitfocus, Hunter Smythe gained experience in events management at Vocus, where he served as a Senior Events Manager from 2011 to 2014. His earlier roles at Vocus included a position as a Business Development Associate from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he worked at the Corporate Executive Board in various capacities, including Specialist in Learning and Development and Sales and Account Management from 2009 to 2009, and as a Coordinator in Learning and Development from 2007 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Hunter Smythe holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate Communication from the College of Charleston. He also studied Corporate and Organizational Communication. His educational background includes attending St. Catherine's School and participating in the International Summer School at Universitat Innsbruck. This academic foundation supports his expertise in events marketing and corporate communication.
Career Progression
Hunter Smythe's career began in 2006 at the Corporate Executive Board as a Sales Associate. He progressed through various roles within the organization, including Coordinator and Associate in Learning and Development. His transition to Vocus marked a shift towards events management, where he further developed his skills. His return to Benefitfocus allowed him to leverage his experience, ultimately leading to his current role as Director of Events Marketing.