Maxwell Smith is an experienced professional in leadership and strategic roles within the technology and consulting sectors. Currently serving as Chief of Staff for Global Professional Services at Salesforce, Maxwell has a rich background including positions as Senior Director of Strategy & Planning and Senior Director of Strategic Business Architect. Previously, at Splunk, Maxwell was Director of Business Transformation in the Office of the CEO. Maxwell also held significant roles at Slalom Consulting and Grant Thornton LLP, including Client Service Lead and Senior Manager of Advisory Services. Maxwell began a career at The Advisory Board Company as Chief of Staff for the Office of the CIO and has a foundational academic background with a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Studies: Government and Politics / Information Technology from George Mason University.