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Philanthropist and thought leader Robert F. Smith is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners (Vista). Born and raised in Denver, CO, Smith grew up in a home where education and service were core values. His parents, both educators, instilled in him a deep commitment to giving back to the community. As an infant, he was brought by his mother to the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. In August 2023, Smith returned to the same spot to give his own speech in honor of the 60th anniversary, carrying forward Dr. King’s vision of justice and equality.

While in high school, Smith earned a prestigious internship at Bell Labs and studied chemical e
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How To Be a Good Mentee and Get the Most From Your Mentoring Relationship

Mentorship is key to growth in one’s career. Working with a mentor can be rewarding and help move your career forward.

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