Brad D. Smith is a proud West Virginia native and Marshall alumnus with a passion for philanthropy and leadership. Formerly the CEO and Executive Chairman of Intuit, Brad is focused on facilitating change by developing, supporting and investing in people. Brad and his wife Alys Smith co-founded the Wing 2 Wing Foundation in 2019 to uplift the Mountain State and those who reside in it.
Brad’s commitment to his home state runs deep and he is continuously seeking new ways to empower its residents. When he and Alys began creating Wing 2 Wing, they worked to identify key areas that would create sustainable change in the state. Their efforts led to them establishing Wing 2 Wing on three pillars proven to achieve sustainable social and economic success: education, entrepreneurship and the environment. The Wing 2 Wing Foundation provides increased access and support for education, entrepreneurship mentoring and investment, and works to position West Virginia as a showcase for the nation, where doers can come to fulfill their dreams while preserving the natural beauty of Appalachia.
Brad’s work with Wing 2 Wing has led to the establishment of programs and initiatives that align with the foundation’s vision, and open doors for Appalachians and new state residents alike. Such programs include Ascend West Virginia and First Ascent, whose work maintains and grows West Virginia’s talent pool through unique incentives.
In addition to his work with the Wing 2 Wing Foundation, Brad is honored to serve as the President of Marshall University, where he is focused on helping guide and support the next generation of West Virginia leaders. Prior to this, Brad spent many years developing his leadership skills across a career that spanned four industries. He had the privilege of serving as CEO of Intuit for 11 years, where he helped lead the company through a period of significant growth, and he continued to support Intuit as Executive Chairman of the Board until 2022. Outside of Intuit, Brad served as Chairman of the Nordstrom Board from 2018 to 2022 and as a board member for Momentive (formerly SurveyMonkey) and Yahoo.
Brad’s commitment to effecting positive change extends into healthcare and technology as well. In 2022, Brad was appointed to the Board of Directors at Humana Inc., where he draws on his experience to support the company’s ongoing growth, particularly within the Medicare Advantage space. In 2023, he joined the Board of Directors for Amazon as a member of the Audit Committee, and in 2025, he joined the Board of Directors for JPMorgan Chase. In addition to these, Brad is also a Board Advisor for DignifiHealth and Co-Chair of the Southern Regional Education Board’s Commission on AI in Education.
Brad’s passion for creating opportunities extends beyond business, as he remains deeply dedicated to improving the lives of those in his home state of West Virginia and beyond. His work is a testament to his enduring belief in the power of leadership to inspire positive change and empower future generations.
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