Ms. Smith brings to Menlo Equities over 20 years of experience in corporate communications and executive leadership. She joined Menlo Equities in 2010 and is responsible for guiding marketing and external communications activities. She was heavily involved in investor relations for the launch of Menlo Realty Partners IV LP, Menlo Equities’ latest fund, and she works closely with partners and staff to serve the needs of investors.
Prior to joining Menlo Equities, Ms. Smith served as chief executive or senior director for several esteemed nonprofits, including Stanford Lively Arts at Stanford University and the internationally renowned chamber music festival Music@Menlo, where she directed all aspects of management and operations, including planning, marketing, communications, major-gifts fundraising and stewardship, board development, human resources, and financial management. She led these organizations from start-up or critical-growth phases to mission success and financial strength.
Ms. Smith holds a BS with honors from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and she has completed executive programs through the Stanford Graduate School of Business and Indiana University’s Center on Philanthropy. She remains active in advising community nonprofits.