THE ART OF BRIDGING

LUXURY,

INFLUENCE

& IMPACT

At Courtney Smith & Co., we serve as your trusted strategic thought partner—actively architecting relationships, programs, and alliances that amplify wealth, expand influence, and drive meaningful change. With two decades of experience managing the world’s most discerning clientele, we blend luxury expertise, purpose-driven insight, and high-level stakeholder engagement to unlock new possibilities.

LUXURY IS EVOLVING

We stand at the forefront of this shift, forging the connections and programs that ensure luxury and impact thrive in harmony.

PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS / UHNW & FAMILY OFFICES

  • Does your current framework truly capture your family’s distinct legacy?
    We create a bespoke framework for building a Private Client Office and strategic programs that inspire loyalty and elevate service—tailored to your family’s values and expectations.

    Is your team fully equipped to deliver the level of discretion and excellence your legacy demands?
    From sourcing elite professionals to comprehensive education and training, we ensure every client interaction meets uncompromising standards.

  • Are you confident that your network is optimized to unlock hidden synergies?
    We meticulously map your ecosystem to pinpoint untapped opportunities that amplify wealth and expand influence.

    Could a curated network of strategic introductions elevate your influence to new heights?
    Leveraging our trust-based network, we facilitate high-profile introductions to investors, thought leaders, and influential brands—fostering enduring collaborations.

  • Is your family’s philanthropic vision fully integrated into your long-term legacy?
    We engage stakeholders and family members to create a unified, long-term vision for philanthropy and legacy-building.

    How might purpose-driven projects enhance your legacy for future generations?
    By integrating initiatives with your family’s core identity, we ensure authenticity while fostering enduring cross-generational impact.

  • Are you consistently measuring the impact of your initiatives to ensure lasting success?
    We continuously refine strategies, track outcomes, and measure milestones to keep your initiatives both relevant and profitable.

    How prepared are you to navigate challenges before they affect your long-term vision?
    We proactively address potential challenges—pivoting partnerships and upgrading experiences with agility to safeguard your legacy.

BRANDS & CORPORATIONS

  • Does your current client service framework truly embody your brand’s identity?
    We design bespoke client office architectures that reflect your brand’s essence, ensuring every interaction is aligned with your corporate excellence and values.

  • Are you fully leveraging tailored programs to deepen client loyalty and engagement?
    Our exclusive membership and client development programs enhance your value proposition, fostering lasting relationships and sustained growth.

  • Are your current alliances unlocking the full potential of market innovation?
    We secure and nurture strategic partnerships that transform your business—opening doors to new growth opportunities and influential collaborations.

  • Is your network optimized to drive synergistic growth and innovation?
    We map your ecosystem to identify untapped opportunities, building a cohesive network that amplifies your market presence and strategic influence. We unite Stakeholders and train teams around these insights, fostering a high-touch service culture.

    We revisit your ecosystem periodically, identifying emerging opportunities and pivoting strategies accordingly.

IMPACT VCs & SOCIAL INNOVATORS

  • Are you maximizing the synergies within your network to drive scalable impact?
    We conduct in-depth ecosystem mapping to reveal hidden collaborative potential—enhancing both social innovation and financial returns.

  • Are your initiatives fully aligned with your mission to create lasting change?
    We develop and refine programs that translate your vision into scalable, purpose-driven initiatives, ensuring every project makes a measurable difference.

  • Do your current engagement practices foster trust and deep, meaningful connections?
    Our personalized relationship management approach empowers your portfolio companies and partners, reinforcing a culture of high-touch support and collaborative success. We leverage our extensive network to connect you with mission-aligned partners who can provide capital, strategic insight, or brand amplification.

    Recruit top-tier professionals and equip existing teams with high-touch client development and partnership skills.

  • Are all stakeholders and team members aligned with your vision for social innovation?
    We facilitate stakeholder enrollment and team alignment, ensuring every participant is engaged and working cohesively toward your mission-driven goals. We can create summits and workshops to solve challenges, mobilize key players, and reinforce a cohesive, forward-looking strategy.

As a client of Courtney Smith & Co., you gain access to our exclusive network of trusted partners, providing unique benefits beyond our core advisory services.

These carefully selected alliances include: an Intelligence Agency for discreet research on board members, CEOs, and acquisitions; private wealth managers that share our ethos; and skilled storytellers to express your future legacy. Additional partners range from top law firms to transformational leadership coaches and other important specialists, ensuring you receive exceptional support throughout your journey.

EXPERIENCE & LEADERSHIP ROLES

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…..

  • “Courtney was recommended to us given her success and extensive experience across the ultra-luxury sector. She was able to articulate key considerations and recommendations in a way that lends instant credibility to our efforts. We could not have been more impressed with her leadership and seamless integration into the team, her astute ability to find the right talent and her aptitude to gain access to decision makers and execute strategic partnerships that drive goals and objectives. It is a testament to the extremely robust rolodex, respect and results she has achieved throughout her career..”

    — Randy Takian, Managing Director & James Massman, Rewards Executive, Bank of America Private Wealth Management

  • Courtney’s ability to create and develop personal and business relationships with the most discerning clients is a true gem in the fashion world. Her integrity and human touch associated with her entrepreneurial spirit and marketing expertise made her a fantastic partner to build a Private Client Relations Department.”

    — Gaetano Sciuto, President, Fendi Americas (LVMH)

  • “Courtney is a visionary leader whose ability to identify the white space and conceptualize a creative, profitable solution for any business; sets her apart from anyone else in her field. In addition, Courtney is an incredible support to those around her, constantly striving to lift other women up and help amplify their voices whenever possible.

    — Lydia Fenet, Global Managing Director, Christie’s

  • “We brought Courtney on to advise on the luxury consumer strategy, specifically focused on understanding the relationship between luxury brands, private client offices and their front-of-house associates. Courtney created a bespoke deliverable for our teams that has created a foundation of insight and strategy, uniquely fitted to our organization’s needs. She is a wealth of knowledge and truly an expert in her field, as well as warm, incredibly sharp and a delight to work with. I would recommend Courtney to anyone who is looking for a partner in the luxury strategy and go-to-market space, she is an absolute gem!”

    — Janet Roller, VP of Global Innovation, Marriott International

  • “Courtney has been a trusted advisor and founding board member of FREQUENCY, holding a deep desire to bridge traditional systems with forward-thinking, regenerative solutions—a commitment that is evident in how she weaves together her worlds with a genuine focus on collaboration and systemic transformation. Courtney embodies a sort of whale-like intelligence that is both subtle and highly attuned. I have witnessed firsthand her dedication to supporting bold founders and change agents in ways that are strategic and deeply intentional.”

    — James Hodges, Co-Founder Frequency, Managing Partner Amphibian Capital

  • “Courtney is a rare combination of talents; incredible with clients and extremely strategic. She understands data, how to leverage it, & how to build businesses with grace, finesse and ease.”

    — David Friedman, Co-Founder, Wealth X & WealthQuotient

  • “Courtney’s many years in the luxury and arts sectors make her an expert in brokering multi-year broad partnerships that are highly strategic. She has a keen understanding of industry trends and inner workings, while holding deep personal relationships internally and externally at luxury brands as well as with their top clients. Courtney is able to bring this client voice in crafting collaborations that are truly meaningful for all parties involved. We are grateful for Courtney championing our BOA partnership and we look forward to the next opportunity to work together.”

    — Marlies Verhoeven, CEO & Co-Founder, THE CULTIVIST

  • "Courtney has been an extraordinary force of support and vision in my mission to reimagine education. With a unique blend of grounded wisdom and strategic acumen, she brings a sense of purpose and precision to every business relationship. Through her invaluable connections and facilitation behind the scenes, she made our transformative partnership with Hello Sunshine possible—the ideal collaborator to bring Untethered into the world. She seemlessly brings together people, ideas, and resources with a deep intuition for what is needed. Her insight and dedication are matched only by her genuine heart and incredible brilliance.”

    — Ellen Bradley, Founder, Producer, Author, and WorldSchool Leader

  • “I have worked with and I have known Courtney for over 20 years, and during that time, I’ve consistently witnessed her unwavering commitment to personal growth and her passion for creating a better world. Courtney seamlessly bridges her two decades of expertise with her drive to build innovative, meaningful solutions. She operates with an exceptional level of integrity, always tapping into her innate wisdom and strategic mind to support the individuals, causes, and projects she cares most deeply about. Her keen sensibility for what motivates and connects us allows her to unlock unforeseen opportunities”

    — Andrew Chomer, Managing Partner, Integrated VC

  • “Courtney is a smart and energizing creative business strategist. Courtney brought her vision to me for the Fendi and Future Perfect collaboration, resulting in a mutually beneficial and long-standing partnership . She is a great team leader and an incredible listener with a competency for establishing, and more importantly, meeting big picture goals. I hope we get the chance to work together again in the near future.”

    — David Alhadeff, Founder, The Future Perfect

OUR CORE STRENGTHS

  • With decades spent driving luxury brand growth at global icons like Sotheby’s, Graff, and Fendi/LVMH, we’ve gained unrivaled insight into what truly resonates at the highest levels of the market.

  • Every engagement begins with a deep dive into your objectives and brand DNA, resulting in a bespoke roadmap built for enduring success.

  • Our extensive, trust-based network opens doors to elite collaborations, UHNW clientele, and visionary partners—giving you opportunities unseen by most.

  • We’ve conceptualized and executed strategic programs that fuel business objectives and cultivate influence, generating multimillion-dollar growth across luxury and ultra-affluent sectors.

  • Having personally managed some of the world’s most discerning clients, we know how to balance exclusivity, nuance, and deep trust. This authentic, white-glove approach underpins every facet of our advisory practice, from curated introductions to day-to-day engagement.

  • We believe true influence must uplift communities, not just markets. By bridging philanthropic initiatives with business growth, we help you align cause-based efforts with meaningful legacy-building—all without sacrificing profitability or prestige.

  • We don’t just advise; we actively orchestrate relationships, programs, and alliances that amplify wealth, expand influence, and spark world-changing impact. Our unique blend of luxury expertise and impact-driven insight ensures every collaboration fosters mutual benefit and lasting value.

FOUNDED IN EXPERTISE

During her eight years at Sotheby’s Auction House, Courtney directed Event & Sponsorship Marketing, successfully launched and scaled Sotheby’s Preferred loyalty program. She built a strong foundation in change management, marketing, strategic programming, partnerships, business development, and private client advisory.

Courtney then assumed the role of Vice President Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations for Graff USA, where she was responsible for heightening brand awareness and driving revenue growth across North and South America. Courtney brought her invaluable direct client experience, perspective and voice to Graff’s marketing plans, inspiring loyalty and enhancing the brand’s North American presence.

Most recently, Courtney served as Vice President of Private Client Relations & Events for FENDI Americas, a role she conceptualized. Leading her department and serving on the Fendi Executive Committee, Courtney played a pivotal role in enhancing Fendi’s client engagement and shaping its business strategy across North and South America.

Courtney embodies compassionate leadership, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence—the intangible ingredients which she credits for her success. Outside of work, she champions women in leadership, advises and invests in early-stage female-founded companies, and remains deeply committed to her personal and spiritual growth, the communities she unites and advancing meaningful solutions for generations to come.

Courtney Smith is a dynamic, visionary leader with over two decades at the world’s most influential ultra-luxury brands. As Founder & CEO of Courtney Smith & Co. she orchestrates alliances, manages critical relationships, and drives transformative synergy for global luxury lifestyle companies and mission-driven ventures. Drawing on her deep expertise with the world’s most discerning clientele, Courtney unlocks new market possibilities by aligning stakeholder goals, developing strategic programs, and shaping high-value partnerships that balance prestige with purpose.

Raised in Omaha, Nebraska, Courtney spent over twenty years in New York City and currently calls Costa Rica home. A world traveler and an art, adventure, and design lover, she is celebrated for her grounded wisdom, innate ability to connect, sophisticated sensibility, and tenacious leadership—guiding clients toward a more conscious, impactful future.

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At Courtney Smith & Co., selectivity is intentional.
We work with a limited number of clients each year—those whose values, vision, and ambition align with our own. Please complete the form below. If we identify a clear fit and the potential for meaningful impact, you’ll be invited to continue our vetting process, beginning with our Pre-Consultation Insight questionnaire and a private conversation.