Court Smith
About Court Smith
Court Smith serves as the Head of Engagement & Partnerships for Shipping at Kpler, where he has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in the shipping and energy markets, he has held various roles in organizations such as VesselsValue Ltd, USCG Headquarters, and ADNOC Group.
Work at Kpler
Court Smith has been serving as the Head of Engagement & Partnerships, Shipping at Kpler since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for fostering relationships and developing partnerships within the shipping sector. He also holds the position of Business Development Manager at Kpler, contributing to the company's growth and strategic initiatives in the shipping industry. His work is based in London, England, where he has been engaged on-site for the past two years.
Education and Expertise
Court Smith holds an MBA from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, where he studied Strategy, Marketing, and Change Management. He also earned a Dual BS in Marine Engineering and Marine Transportation from the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Additionally, he has a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from Webster University. His educational background is complemented by a Graduate Diploma in Command and Staff from the U.S. Naval War College.
Background
Court Smith has a diverse professional background in the shipping and energy sectors. He began his career in the U.S. Coast Guard, where he served as Chief of the Marine Investigations Division in Anchorage, Alaska. He has held various roles in organizations such as VesselsValue Ltd, ADNOC Group, and Argus Media, focusing on data services, business development, and market reporting. His experience spans multiple locations, including the United States, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.
Achievements
During his career, Court Smith has applied new analytical and intelligence tools to enhance newbuild projects and second-hand vessel transactions. He led the analyst team at a sports media measurement firm that was acquired by Nielsen and managed the Casualty Investigations Division for the U.S. Coast Guard. He is also licensed as a US 3rd Mate and 3rd Engineer, Unlimited Tonnage, showcasing his technical qualifications in marine operations.