Courtney Smith

Business Development

Courtney Smith is a purpose-driven technologist and strategist who uses the multifaceted benefits of digital innovation to turn complexity into clarity across new and reenergised business operations. With deep expertise in AI, IoT, mobile and Blockchain technologies, Courtney has launched and scaled multiple ventures – generating more than $50 million in start-up revenue, and $200 million in productivity and cost improvements across Australia’s transport, restoration, waste and construction sectors.

Courtney thrives in complex environments, transforming intricate business challenges into practical, scalable solutions. His natural curiosity and pursuit of Ikigai and other purpose-driven philosophies have drawn him to collaborate with other innovative leaders – a philosophy that aligns seamlessly at 29 Days, where Courtney’s experience has helped to formulate technology solutions that harmonise business success with human-centred outcomes.

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As a hands-on thought leader, Courtney is consistently the first to adopt his own innovations – challenging conventional wisdom and pioneering new integrations of technology into Australian business. Among his many notable achievements are the Firefly Initiative, an integrated sponsorship platform designed to bring corporate-grade innovation to local businesses and community projects, and the Forge Summit, a partner-led conference that Courtney curated in 2024 for leaders eager to understand the future of tech and its potential to revolutionise business operations.

Courtney’s specialities – in a nutshell:

Developing technological platforms and ecosystems that serve people and deliver real, measurable impacts.

Blending commercial thinking with systems design to transform knotty challenges into practical, scalable solutions.

A fearless approach to devise and customise new technologies for human-focused outcomes – technology as a tool, not a trophy!

Founding startups that have generated $50 million in revenue, and driven over $200 million in productivity and cost improvements.

“Most companies overthink strategy and under-execute results. We fix that. In just 29 days, we will identify your highest-impact opportunities, close execution gaps, and deliver tangible wins – in record time.” – Courtney Smith

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