Jeff Smith
About Jeff Smith
Jeff Smith serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Providence Medical Technology, Inc. and has over a decade of experience in building high-growth healthcare businesses, including leadership roles at various medical companies.
Current Role at Hamilton Labs, LLC
Jeff Smith serves as the Managing Director at Hamilton Labs, LLC, a position he has held since 2012. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Hamilton Labs focuses on providing early-stage consulting and investment for companies that leverage emerging technologies. Under his leadership, the company aims to support innovation in various sectors, particularly in healthcare.
Leadership at Providence Medical Technology, Inc.
Since co-founding Providence Medical Technology, Inc. in 2008, Jeff Smith has held the roles of Chief Executive Officer, Co-founder, and Director. He has been instrumental in leading the initial product development, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and commercialization efforts at the company. His expertise in reimbursement strategy and global commercialization has contributed to the company's growth in the healthcare sector.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Jeff Smith has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, having held various leadership positions at notable companies. He co-founded Pacific Surgical, Inc. and Thayer Intellectual Property, Inc., and served as a consultant for DePuy Spine at Johnson & Johnson. His background also includes roles at Medtronic, Kyphon, Cardinal Health, and AstraZeneca, where he focused on sales operations and management.
Educational Background
Jeff Smith graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Behavior and Management. He also studied at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and the Yale-China Chinese Language Centre. His educational background supports his focus on the societal impact of innovation and his ability to navigate complex global markets.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Throughout his career, Jeff Smith has co-founded several companies in the healthcare sector. Notable ventures include Kolum Inc., a spinal implant company, and GreenLight Medical, a hospital procurement software company. His entrepreneurial efforts demonstrate a commitment to addressing underserved markets and advancing healthcare solutions.