Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith is a product and customer success leader based in Austin, Texas, and the founder of Just Add Product. With more than 25 years of experience building B2B products and leading customer success initiatives, Smith is recognized in the technology and product management industry. His career includes nearly 13 years at Khoros, an enterprise social media and customer engagement platform, where he developed expertise in product strategy and customer-centric development. Smith holds a degree from Stanford University.

After leaving Khoros, Smith founded Just Add Product, where he applies his experience in product management, entrepreneurship, and funding to assist early-stage and growth-stage companies in navigating the challenges of product development. His mentorship is sought after by those interested in product management, entrepreneurship, and startup funding.

Smith is active in Austin's startup ecosystem, serving as a mentor and advisor to founders at key stages of their business growth. He has participated in SXSW and is involved with the Central Texas Angel Network, collaborating with founders and startups. At SXSW, Smith has served as a featured mentor in the Tech Industry track, providing guidance on product development and investment strategies.

Through Just Add Product and his work with CTAN, Smith contributes to the development of technology entrepreneurs. His background in product leadership, industry knowledge, and commitment to mentorship position him as a credible resource for audiences interested in building, scaling, and funding technology products.