Arwen Smit
About Arwen Smit
Arwen Smit is the Director of Ecosystem Success at Polkadot, where she focuses on building social infrastructure and cybersecurity in the metaverse. She has extensive experience in technology ethics, data privacy, and venture capital, having worked with various organizations including Outlier Ventures and the European Commission.
Work at Parity
Arwen Smit serves as the Director of Ecosystem Success at Parity Technologies, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on building social infrastructure and enhancing cybersecurity within the metaverse. Her work involves fostering collaboration and innovation within the Polkadot ecosystem, ensuring that projects align with the broader goals of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Arwen Smit holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Business and Management from the Stockholm School of Economics, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration from the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she attended Gemeentelijk Gymnasium Hilversum, where she studied Economics.
Background
Arwen Smit has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She was a Member of the Supervisory Board at AIESEC in 2016 and has held positions at DOVU as Founder and Chief Marketing Officer, and at Tomorrow's Journey as a Non-Executive Board Advisor. Her experience also includes roles at Facebook, Google, and the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI).
Achievements
Arwen Smit authored the book 'Identity Reboot', which addresses technology ethics and data privacy. She has also been involved in mentoring startups through the Outlier Ventures program, where she serves as a Venture Partner. Her contributions extend to public speaking engagements focused on technology ethics and data privacy, showcasing her expertise in these critical areas.