Robin S. Smith
About Robin S. Smith
Robin S. Smith serves as the Director of Business Development Operations in the nonprofit sector at Marcum LLP, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in various roles across different organizations, she focuses on integrating empathy into business strategies and transforming challenges into opportunities.
Work at Marcum
Robin S. Smith has served as the Director of Business Development Operations in the Nonprofit Industry at Marcum LLP since 2018. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, Smith has focused on integrating empathy into business strategies to enhance growth and authenticity within the nonprofit sector. This role involves developing innovative approaches to business development that respond to the unique challenges faced by nonprofit organizations.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining Marcum, Robin S. Smith held several positions that contributed to her expertise in business development and operations. She worked at Northwestern Mutual as the Manager of Network Office Support Services from 2010 to 2015, and later as the Director of Development from 2015 to 2017 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she served as an Executive Assistant to the Managing Partner at Empire Properties and as a Marketing & Events Manager at The Allerton Hotel Chicago.
Education and Expertise
Robin S. Smith studied Graphic Design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the University of Notre Dame. Her educational background supports her specialization in designing visual communication strategies that align with business goals, enhancing her effectiveness in business development roles.
Professional Philosophy
In her professional practice, Robin S. Smith embraces disruption and employs a flexible, responsive approach to business development. She utilizes a 'yes and' philosophy to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, which has proven effective in transforming challenges into opportunities through resourceful strategies.
Career Timeline
Robin S. Smith's career spans various roles and industries, starting as a Research Assistant and Conference Planner at Westat from 2002 to 2005. She then transitioned to positions in management and development at Northwestern Mutual and other organizations. Her diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of business operations and development strategies.