David Smadja – International Speaker l
Cutting through the hype to reconnect strategy, customer and tech
What if digital transformation started with a simple question: what’s the real point?
In a fast-moving world where AI, personalization, and AR are often pitched as miracle solutions, David Smadja brings the conversation back to the essentials: what’s truly useful? And for whom?
“Technology is a tool. Strategy must remain the compass.”
A former international CMO, now a strategic advisor in marketing transformation, David speaks the language of decision-makers — because he’s been in their shoes. He knows what executives expect: clarity, actionable insights, and the ability to turn vision into impact.
He offers no silver bullets and no buzzword-filled presentations. He helps organizations bridge the gap between strategy and reality, brand promise and customer experience, technology and actual business goals.
“The best-performing brands aren’t better at selling. They’re better at delivering on their promises.”
David helps companies orchestrate customer experiences that are consistent, engaging, and profitable, by aligning three often-siloed pillars:
Brand DNA Customer insight Technology
The challenge of modern organizations
In a context of exploding touchpoints, tech acceleration, and shifting customer expectations, most organizations remain fragmented — by product lines, channels, or departments. The result? Heavy marketing investments, but weak preference and low brand loyalty.
“Customer experience is not a marketing issue. It’s a company-wide project.”
An approach that makes the difference
Speaker, podcaster (NeCXt – When Strategy Meets Technology), and international panel moderator, David designs content and formats meant to inspire, clarify, and drive real change. He connects the dots, makes complexity simple (not simplistic), and brings meaning back to transformation.
Looking for a speaker who understands your challenges, speaks your language, and turns complexity into clarity and impact? You’ve just found him.
Available formats
- Strategic keynotes: CX, transformation, MarTech, marketing leadership
- Panel moderation and C-level roundtables
- Interactive sessions for boards, executive teams, business schools
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences
"David delivered a truly visionary talk on digital transformation and the future of marketing, with remarkable energy and stage presence. His ability to anticipate what’s next and connect it to today’s realities deeply inspired our students."
"David delivered a truly visionary talk on digital transformation and the future of marketing, with remarkable energy and stage presence. His ability to anticipate what’s next and connect it to today’s realities deeply inspired our students."
Prof. Dr. Moritz Behm, Fresenius University of Applied SciencesGuest lecture – Munich Campus
Nestlé Digital Days
"David helped our teams rethink the role of digital with strategic clarity, sharp business sense and concrete, inspiring examples of how useful tech can help elevate marketing and customer experience. A timely reminder that tech serves strategy"
"David helped our teams rethink the role of digital with strategic clarity, sharp business sense and concrete, inspiring examples of how useful tech can help elevate marketing and customer experience. A timely reminder that tech serves strategy"
Adriel Derrida, Digital Media & Data Analyst - Nestlé Digital Days
GDS Group’s Marketing Summit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
"Having David speak at our Marketing Summit was an absolute privilege. His energy on stage was electric, and his insights from FMCG truly resonated with our audience. Several senior leaders requested a recording directly, testament to the impact David made. He brings deep expertise and a rare ability to engage and inspire."
"Having David speak at our Marketing Summit was an absolute privilege. His energy on stage was electric, and his insights from FMCG truly resonated with our audience. Several senior leaders requested a recording directly, testament to the impact David made. He brings deep expertise and a rare ability to engage and inspire."
— Callum Anslow, Delegate Sales Manager, GDS GroupMarketing Summit – Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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Connect with David to discover how his expertise in digital innovation and strategic growth can help your organization navigate today’s complex environment.





