Smith + Howard Names Marty Dauer Chief Growth Officer

Smith + Howard, an Atlanta-based tax, accounting, and advisory firm, has named Marty Dauer as their Chief Growth Officer, a new role aimed at service and geographic expansion. Dauer, with over 30 years of business development, marketing, and communications experience, played a key role in scaling Kroll's revenue from $350 million to $1.8 billion over his 16-year tenure.

Smith + Howard Appoints Marty Dauer as Chief Growth Officer

Smith + Howard, a leading Atlanta-based tax, accounting, and advisory firm, has appointed Marty Dauer as Chief Growth Officer, a newly created role. In this capacity, Dauer will focus on expanding the firm's service offerings and geographic reach by identifying new service lines and markets, as well as developing strategic relationships.

Professional Background

Dauer brings over 30 years of experience in business development, marketing, and communications. Prior to joining Smith + Howard, he spent 16 years at Kroll (formerly Duff & Phelps), where he played a pivotal role in increasing the company's revenue from $350 million to over $1.8 billion. During his tenure at Kroll, he served as Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Operating Officer for Kroll Digital Solutions, overseeing more than 45 acquisitions and leading a comprehensive company rebrand. Before Kroll, Dauer held leadership positions at Marsh McLennan, Tyco International, and GE.

Leadership Perspectives

Sean Taylor, CEO of Smith + Howard, expressed enthusiasm about Dauer's appointment, stating, "The addition of Marty Dauer to our team adds deep knowledge and experience in areas critical to the future expansion of our business." Taylor emphasized the importance of having a Chief Growth Officer with a proven track record in strategic

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