Aaron Smith
About Aaron Smith
Aaron Smith is a Team Lead at Thomson Reuters Westlaw, where he has worked for nearly a decade, focusing on legal and corporate investigative services. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from Luther College and a Master’s Degree in Finance from Georgetown University.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Aaron Smith has served as Team Lead at Thomson Reuters Westlaw since 2014. In this role, he has led a team focusing on legal and corporate investigative services. His responsibilities include providing due diligence and document retrieval services tailored for leading law and corporate investigative firms. Smith's tenure at Thomson Reuters spans nearly a decade, highlighting his commitment to the organization and his expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Smith earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from Luther College, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Finance from Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, completing the program from 2015 to 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in legal and corporate investigative services.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Aaron Smith gained experience through various internships. He worked as an Energy and Environment Fellow at the Podesta Group for three months in 2014 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, he served as a Research Intern at the Iowa Taxpayers Association in 2011 and as a Tax and Trade Intern for the United States Senate's Committee on Finance in 2010. These roles contributed to his understanding of policy and research.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Aaron Smith has accumulated diverse professional experiences. His internship at the Podesta Group allowed him to engage with energy and environmental issues. His role at the Iowa Taxpayers Association involved research, while his position at the United States Senate provided insight into tax and trade policies. These experiences have shaped his approach to his current role at Thomson Reuters.