Jacob Smith is an Innovation Advisor and the Digital Lead within the Innovation Advisors group at RTI International, specializing in the integration of generative AI to streamline workflows, optimize business processes, and enhance strategic decision-making. As RTI Innovation Advisor's lead expert on AI adoption, he combines years of experience in technical innovation and strategic consulting with a deep understanding of AI-powered digital transformation strategies and human-centered design to help Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and small businesses identify opportunities where AI can drive efficiency and unlock innovation pathways. He leads initiatives to embed artificial intelligence into internal operations, developing AI-enabled frameworks to enhance project execution, improve cross-functional collaboration, and accelerate business development. His work includes augmenting and automating complex workflows and identifying scalable AI-driven solutions that balance innovation with operational feasibility, empowering organizations to harness AI’s potential while managing risks and aligning teams around its adoption. Jacob has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.