Chris Smith
Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration
College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity
Education
MBA, Marketing, University at Albany
BM, Music Business, The Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam
About
Chris Smith leads the financial planning, budget administration and workforce strategy of the college, leveraging data-driven insights to guide institutional decision-making and fostering a resilient and high-performing administrative infrastructure.
Chris spent over 20 years at private companies in various corporate leadership roles. He managed a $26M international sales division, brought a software startup to profitability, and directed the operations of a fast-growing national franchise network. Chris is inspired by the intersection of technology and finance, creating opportunities for organizations to succeed and grow.