Kate Sheridan Smith
About Kate Sheridan Smith
Kate Sheridan Smith serves as the Associate Director of the 1st Year MBA Program at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience at Harvard, having worked in various roles over more than a decade, including managerial positions in curricular programs.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Kate Sheridan Smith serves as the Associate Director of the 1st Year MBA Program at Harvard Business School. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the development and management of the MBA curriculum for first-year students. Her role involves overseeing various aspects of the program to enhance the educational experience for incoming students.
Previous Positions at Harvard Business School
Prior to her current role, Kate Sheridan Smith held several positions at Harvard Business School. She worked as a Coordinator from 2015 to 2021, followed by a role as Manager of Curricular Programs from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she served as a Staff Assistant from 2010 to 2015 and as Senior Manager of Curricular Programs from 2022 to 2023. These roles provided her with extensive experience in program coordination and curriculum management.
Educational Background
Kate Sheridan Smith earned her Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature from UMass Boston. This educational foundation has likely contributed to her skills in communication and program management within the academic environment.
Early Career Experience
Before her tenure at Harvard Business School, Kate Sheridan Smith worked as a Customer Care Representative at Lesley University from 2008 to 2010. This early experience in customer service provided her with foundational skills in communication and support, which have been beneficial in her subsequent academic roles.