Kevin Smith
Director, Head of ESG
Kevin Smith joined American Securities in 2022. He leads the firm's ESG strategy and execution, partnering with investment teams and portfolio company leadership to integrate material ESG priorities into value creation plans, enhance data and reporting processes, and advance sustainable growth across the portfolio.
Prior to joining American Securities, Kevin spent 18 years at Goldman Sachs, most recently as the Head of ESG Advisory within the Investment Banking Division. In that role, he advised public and private companies and financial sponsors on ESG strategy, disclosure, and investor engagement, including activism defense and sustainability-linked financing. He also worked extensively as an M&A advisor, helping large corporations and private equity clients embed sustainability and ESG considerations into their corporate development strategies and aligning long-term business value with environmental and social impact objectives.
He received a BS in Marketing from Lehigh University and has engaged with external sustainability organizations, including advisory roles with the World Resources Institute’s Corporate Consultative Group and Closed Loop Partners.
