Engineers and technical experts association SAE International, US, has announced the appointment of Andrew Smart as the new Director of Industry Relations and Business Development. In his new role, Smart will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to enhance SAE International’s effectiveness at meeting the needs of the mobility industry collectively and within the specific industry sectors served.
Leading a team of industry subject matter experts, Smart will strengthen the interface between SAE International and industry executives; advance existing and identify new, high-value product offerings; and develop entirely new business lines for the Society.
He joins SAE International from Ricardo Inc., where he served as Vice President, Business Development and Marketing and a member of their Executive Leadership Team. In a career spanning nearly 30 years, Smart also worked for AVL Powertrain Engineering where he held the post of Director of Sales and Marketing.
