Bob Smith

Professional Overview

“As Chairman of Media Factual since 2006, Robert Smith brings over 25 years of experience in creating and managing interactive community-based businesses, driving success through strategic leadership in general management, business development, sales, marketing, and product development.”

1. Leadership Experience

• Media Factual/Bright Hub

  • Chairman of the Board (2006-present)
  • Strategic business development
  • Market positioning
  • Growth leadership

• Vector Development, LLC

  • Led pioneering internet business incubator
  • Strategic advisor and investor
  • Focus areas:
    • E-government solutions
    • E-commerce platforms
    • Identity monitoring/management
    • Community-based widget design
    • Nonprofit mapping initiatives

• AOL Leadership

  • General Manager, Community Programming
  • Digital City Founder
    • First nation-wide city guide service
    • Grew to $100M+ in sales
  • Media Partnership Development
    • New York Times online community
    • Tribune Company digital ventures

2. Military Service

• United States Naval Officer (Retired)
  • Distinguished service record
  • Leadership experience
  • Strategic operations

3. Education

• Academic Credentials
  • MBA - George Washington University
    • Marketing Concentration
    • Focus: Advertising
    • Focus: Electronic Publishing
  • BA - University of Southern California
    • Political Science

4. Connect with Bob

• Professional Network
  • LinkedIn