Biography
West Virginia native Brad D. Smith was elected to the role of Marshall University President by unanimous decision in October 2021. He officially stepped into the role in January 2022 and his presidential investiture followed nine months later, taking place in September of that year. Since assuming his presidency, Brad has leaned into his corporate experience as a Silicon Valley CEO, driving the university forward to best serve its students’ education and futures. From generating interest among prospective students to preparing current students for the world outside of Marshall, Brad has begun paving new paths for student success by tailoring students’ experiences, extending Metro tuition and encouraging design-thinking training. All of Brad’s work is inspired by his long-held mission to uplift West Virginia’s people and economy. As Marshall’s president, Brad believes in inspiring the future workforce now and providing opportunities for the next generation of leaders.