Christopher Smith

TEC Canada Speaker | ​Co-Founder and President – Thought Collective | Vistage Speaker

Christopher A. Smith is an award-winning technology leader and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience driving innovation and fostering collaboration. Passionate about harnessing collective intelligence and cutting-edge technologies, Christopher has consistently leveraged emerging technology to tackle complex challenges. His track record includes founding and leading a global digital marketing agency—an endeavor that culminated in a successful exit in 2020. Following that milestone, Christopher bolstered his expertise with executive certifications in Performance Leadership from Cornell University and in Entrepreneurship & Innovation from Harvard Business School. A proud member of TEC Canada for over 7 years, Christopher now seizes this opportunity to give back to the community that played a pivotal role in his personal and professional growth.

Christopher Smith

TEC Canada Speaker | ​Co-Founder and President – Thought Collective | Vistage Speaker

Christopher A. Smith is an award-winning technology leader and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience driving innovation and fostering collaboration. Passionate about harnessing collective intelligence and cutting-edge technologies, Christopher has consistently leveraged emerging technology to tackle complex challenges. His track record includes founding and leading a global digital marketing agency—an endeavor that culminated in a successful exit in 2020. Following that milestone, Christopher bolstered his expertise with executive certifications in Performance Leadership from Cornell University and in Entrepreneurship & Innovation from Harvard Business School. A proud member of TEC Canada for over 7 years, Christopher now seizes this opportunity to give back to the community that played a pivotal role in his personal and professional growth.

Christopher’s Topics

Christopher’s session empowers organizations at any stage of their AI journey—from early exploration to advanced implementation—by showcasing the transformative potential of generative AI. Drawing from his experience founding The Giraffe Company, he offers a clear understanding of how tools like GPT models drive innovation, streamline workflows, and unlock growth. Through real-world use cases from companies like Amazon and Adobe, participants will explore practical applications, emerging trends, and the ethical implications of AI. The session concludes with an interactive exercise, helping attendees identify actionable AI initiatives tailored to their organizations—bridging the gap between curiosity and strategic execution.

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