Chris Smith serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Growth Officer at WestWater. With a dual focus on operational excellence and strategic expansion, Chris plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s success.

As COO, Chris oversees daily operations, ensuring seamless delivery of products and services. This includes optimizing processes, managing financial performance, and cultivating a high-performing team.

In his role as CGO, Chris identifies new market opportunities, develops innovative growth strategies, and forges strategic partnerships. His leadership is essential in expanding WestWater’s reach and delivering exceptional value to clients.

Chris’ combined expertise in operations and growth positions WestWater at the forefront of the industry, enabling the company to consistently exceed client expectations.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategy and Management Consulting
• Business Development and Growth
• Program and Project Management
• Systems Modernization
• Data and Analytics
• Procurement
• Federal Government
• Non-Profits

Education

• MBA, Management and Operations, The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
• BS, Biomedical Engineering, University of Virginia School of Engineering & Applied Science

Experience

• Strategy & Consulting Client Account Lead, Accenture, 2007-2023