Matthew Smith is an Innovative Entrepreneur & Leader with a relentless commitment to Business Success and delivering Customer Excellence to all clients. As COO & Project Manager for Valiant Solutions since 2022, he has played a pivotal role in the development and leadership of a high-value IT Consulting Firm; Specializing in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Management & Services across all business industries and systems. Matthew thrives on fostering collaboration, providing clear direction, and promoting synergistic teamwork to deliver exceptional results for clients. With a comprehensive understanding of the capabilities and potential of RPA technology, combined with highly valuable project management experience, Matthew is excited about the transformative potential of AI/ML in business operations as it presents an unprecedented opportunity for companies to enhance their operational efficiencies, streamline complex processes, and deliver transformative solutions to all business sizes. Before starting Valiant Solutions, Matthew previously embarked on another entrepreneurial path, as a licensed Financial Advisor in North Carolina in 2021. After spending over 8 months obtaining various financial licenses and operating as a one-man business, he pursued another path as a Financial Consultant role with TIAA; Working with College University Retirement/Pensions, Family Retirement Planning, and various other flexible Investment accounts. Matthew received his Bachelor of Science, Finance Degree from The University of South Carolina in 2021. He graduated Magna Cum Laude, with a minor in Sports Management & a concentration in Business Analytics. He was also a Student-Athlete for 2 years on the USC Football Team.