Carl Smith
About Carl Smith
Carl Smith is the Manager of DEI Strategy at Two Sigma, where he leads a distributed team focusing on diversity and inclusion. He has extensive experience in recruitment and management within the technology sectors, having previously worked at notable companies such as Spotify, Facebook, and Amazon.
Work at Two Sigma
Carl Smith serves as the Manager of DEI Strategy at Two Sigma, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he leads a distributed team focused on diversity and inclusion initiatives. His work emphasizes creating inclusive environments within the organization and leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance team performance. Smith's leadership in DEI strategies extends to international markets, including EMEA and Canada, reflecting his commitment to fostering diversity on a global scale.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Two Sigma, Carl Smith held various roles in talent acquisition across notable companies. He worked at Spotify as a Global Talent Acquisition Partner from 2015 to 2017, focusing on recruitment in Greater Boston. Following that, he served as a Senior Talent Acquisition professional for Diversity and Inclusion at Facebook from 2017 to 2019 in the Greater New York City Area. He also worked at Amazon as a Senior Client Lead from 2019 to 2021, and previously as a Technical Recruiter from 2013 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Carl Smith studied at the University of Miami and also attended Seton Hall University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from 2005 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in recruitment and management, particularly within technology sectors such as Big Data, Analytics, and CyberSecurity. This academic foundation complements his professional experience in implementing DEI strategies.
Background in Recruitment
Carl Smith has a diverse background in recruitment, starting with agency recruitment before transitioning to corporate roles. He began his career as a Recruiter at TEKsystems from 2011 to 2013 in the Greater New York City Area. His experience spans various roles and industries, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition and management practices.