Atlanta-based Smith + Howard (FY22 net revenue of $47 million) admits Marty Dauer as chief growth officer. Dauer will spearhead expanding the Smith + Howard family of companies by identifying new service offerings and markets, as well as fostering strategic partnerships. Dauer is a seasoned leader in driving business growth with a 16-year tenure at Kroll (formerly Duff & Phelps), during which he played a pivotal role in elevating the company’s revenue from $350 million to over $1.8 billion.
Sean Taylor, CEO of Smith + Howard, commented, “The addition of Marty Dauer to our team brings extensive expertise crucial to the future growth of our enterprise.” Taylor emphasized the necessity of having a chief growth officer with a proven track record in strategic acquisitions and brand expansion on a national scale.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Dauer stated, “I am excited and honored to join Smith + Howard in this capacity. With its legacy of high standards, exemplary reputation, and a focus on strategic, profitable growth, I am confident we’ll unlock new pathways to growth and brand expansion.”
