Ben Smithee
Chief Growth Officer, NextAfter

Ben is a strategist and storyteller who helps organizations grow through strong relationships, clear strategy, and bold ideas. He brings 15+ years of experience across global brands, nonprofits, and startups.

Ben has traveled around the world speaking and coaching executive teams through business transformation, while also developing marketing frameworks that help organizations scale by moving from confusion to clarity. At NextAfter, Ben focuses on amplifying the organization’s mission, deepening client and partner relationships, and driving growth in both purpose and performance. He leads the marketing, sales, and events teams, shares NextAfter’s knowledge with as many leaders as possible, and supports the team’s mission to unleash generosity.

At the center of Ben’s life is his role as a husband and dad. He is an avid outdoorsman, adventure-seeker, and is always looking for the next opportunity to spend time on a golf course. If you have not connected with Ben yet, he would love to change that. His door — and inbox — are always open.