Roger Dean Smith

Dr. Roger Smith is a pioneering technology executive who has shaped innovation across healthcare, military simulation, and defense sectors. As Chief Technology Officer for AdventHealth's Nicholson Center, he led groundbreaking research in robotic surgery and medical simulation. Previously, as CTO for the U.S. Army's Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation Command (PEO-STRI), he directed the technological advancement of all Army training systems, earning the Commander's Medal for Civilian Service.

Currently serving as CEO of Modelbenders, Dr. Smith consults on emerging simulation technologies and medical innovation. His international portfolio includes strategic projects with healthcare systems, defense agencies, and government organizations across Europe, Asia, and North America. He has held faculty appointments at prestigious institutions, including Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons, Georgia Tech, and the University of Central Florida's College of Medicine.

His contributions to technology and simulation have been widely recognized through awards including the ACM Distinguished Contribution Award, the Des Cummings Healthcare Innovation Award, and the Schwartz Award for Innovation in Industry. Dr. Smith holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science, a Doctorate in Business Administration, an M.S. in Statistics, and a B.S. in Applied Mathematics.

A respected voice in technology leadership, Dr. Smith serves on the Board of Editors for Research-Technology Management and has authored influential books, including "Thinking About Innovation" and "Chief Technology Officer." His expertise continues to shape the intersection of medical technology, simulation, and professional development.