Richard (Richie) M. Smith
About Richard (Richie) M. Smith
Richard (Richie) M. Smith serves as the Senior Vice President of Revenue at MVP and has a diverse background in sports, entertainment, media, and technology, including leadership roles at Amazon and the Boston Celtics.
Current Role at MVP
Richard M. Smith serves as the Senior Vice President of Revenue at MVP, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing revenue generation strategies and initiatives. His extensive experience in business development and revenue strategy supports MVP's growth objectives.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Before joining MVP, Richard worked at Amazon as the Head of Global Sponsorship Strategy and Sales Operations within Amazon Ads from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure in Greater Boston, he focused on developing sponsorship strategies and managing sales operations, contributing to the overall success of Amazon Ads.
Background in Sports and Entertainment
Richard has a diverse background in the sports and entertainment sectors. He held the position of Director of Strategy & Business Development at the Boston Celtics from 2018 to 2021 and previously served as Director of Partnership Strategy & Analytics from 2015 to 2018. His roles involved strategic planning and partnership management, enhancing the Celtics' business operations.
Education and Expertise
Richard earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from The George Washington University School of Business. His educational background complements his nearly 15 years of experience in leadership roles across sports, entertainment, media, and technology industries. He specializes in strategic operations, global partnerships, business development, and revenue strategy.
Advisory Roles and Consulting
In addition to his current role at MVP, Richard acts as an Advisory Board Member at Athlete-Driven Worldwide since 2024. He also serves as a business advisor to several early-stage companies in the sports business and tech sectors, leveraging his expertise to guide their growth and strategic direction.