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Robert F. Smith

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Founder, Chairman & CEO Vista Equity Partners. Philanthropist. President, founding director Fund II Foundation. @Fund2F #The2PercentSolution @blkhistory2min

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Robert F. Smith
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As a founding member of the Economic Opportunity Coalition, this partnership will enhance @Vista_Equity's ability to create on-ramps to opportunity for communities that have historically been left behind. These investments offer hope that we will achieve true #racialequity.
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Private firms, foundations to deposit $1 bln at minority, community lenders-Treasury https://t.co/KYH9hxUG4u
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Proud to support @CSforALL’s Hour of AI, uniting 100+ partners including @codeorg, to expand access to #AI education. By inspiring students of all ages to explore and create with AI, we’re helping ensure innovation and opportunity grow together. https://t.co/xzNHRiqiAE
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we learn, work and build. Ensuring that everyone is equipped to understand and contribute to this transformation starts with education. That’s why I’m proud...
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My recent visits to @XavierU & @du1869 to discuss “Lead Boldly” were wonderful opportunities to engage with students & the local community about Dr. King's principles of leadership, economic justice & how education can grow opportunity for future leaders.
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“Lead Boldly” reflects on Dr. King’s impactful work with leadership insights from Robert F. Smith and others.
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Congratulations to the teams recognized in @Vista_Equity’s 8th Annual North American & Global Agentic AI Hackathons. Your creativity, talent & collaboration show how technology, and the people behind it, advance enterprise software & drive lasting impact.
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Congratulations to the winners of Vista Equity Partners' 8th Annual North American & Global Agentic AI Hackathons. These events brought together talented teams from across our portfolio and beyond,...
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Sunday, October 5 is #WorldTeachersDay. It reminds me of my own parents, both educators, who helped shape not only my life, but every neighborhood kid’s life. I’m grateful to every educator preparing the next generation to be ready to take on the world.
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Robert F. Smith
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October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. Awareness and early detection are critical to fighting this disease, as is equal access to care. Let’s work to make sure everyone is equipped with the knowledge and tools to beat breast cancer.
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At the World Knowledge Forum, I shared perspectives on how #AI is transforming industries. Lasting value will come from disciplined investment, strong governance and preparing the workforce for an AI future.
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Earlier this month, I had the privilege of speaking with Jae S. Yoon, former Chief Investment Officer at New York Life Investment Management, at the 2025 World Knowledge Forum in Seoul. We explored...
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#Technology in #education is critical in supporting our future leaders. This Education Technology Day, let’s learn from organizations helping young people develop the skills they need to lead in a modern world. Read more about #tech in #education.
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Education Technology Day is a celebration of the impact of technology on learning and teaching.
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One principle that resonates with me is that strong leaders build strong communities. Leadership isn’t only about driving results in business, but also about creating the conditions for others to thrive. Learn more from my interview with @FrankCNBC:
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Robert F. Smith
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I’ve been honored to work with #MountSinai for many years. @Citadel CEO Ken Griffin’s $15M gift will expand access to advanced cancer care, research and clinical trials for patients and communities across South Florida. https://t.co/xHiPa61ErK
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The gift from Citadel CEO and Griffin Catalyst founder Kenneth C. Griffin will help construct the five-story, 200,000-square-foot Braman Comprehensive Cancer Center on the Mount Sinai Miami Beach...
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Robert F. Smith
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By expanding access to capital and supporting small businesses, Black-owned financial institutions help advance financial empowerment and create pathways to economic opportunity. Learn more:
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blackenterprise.com
These Black-owned banks and financial institutions play major roles in driving socioeconomic change and upward mobility for Black communities
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Motown Records famously recorded Dr. King’s speeches, bringing his voice to households across America. Thank you to Robin Terry and the @Motown_Museum for your important work ensuring the legacy of Motown lives on.
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Founded in 1985 by Esther Gordy Edwards—former Motown Records executive and sister to Motown founder, Berry Gordy—Motown Museum is home to iconic Hitsville U.S.A., Studio A, and an extensive array of...
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Black men face a higher risk and double the mortality rate. Early detection, screenings and equitable care save lives. Learn more.
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to focus on early detection, access to care and continued research. Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting men, with...
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On Aug 28, 1963, more than 250,000 people joined the March on Washington to demand justice and equality. Speaking at its 60th anniversary in 2023 was an honor and a reminder: we must keep advancing opportunity, freedom and civil rights for all.
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On August 28, 1963, more than 250,000 people gathered in Washington, D.C., for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. It was one of the largest demonstrations in U.S. history and brought...
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To @Vista_Equity’s 2025 Analysts & Associates class: welcome! May this be a place where you grow, collaborate with your peers and learn how to create lasting change.
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To our 2025 Analysts and Associates class, welcome to Vista Equity Partners. At Vista, you will have the opportunity to embrace collaboration, operate with excellence and relentlessly pursue lasting...
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In July, I joined former CalSTRS CIO Chris Ailman at the @MarketsGRP Summer Retreat to discuss the future of enterprise software in an AI-driven world.
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In July, I joined former CIO of CalSTRS, Christopher Ailman, at the Markets Group Summer Retreat for a conversation about Agentic AI and its growing role in reshaping the business landscape. Chris...
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Robert F. Smith
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I recently joined @FrankCNBC on @CNBC’s ‘Worldwide Exchange’ to talk about AI, market trends and “Lead Boldly,” a collection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s speeches with my insights on how his words can empower us to lead in today’s fast-changing world.
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Last week, I joined CNBC’s Worldwide Exchange with Frank Holland for a wide-ranging discussion on leadership, innovation and the future of enterprise software. We spoke about my new book, “Lead...
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Creating access to tech can change lives. Through Vista Gives, led by Bessie Watts, we partnered with @Computer4People to donate 500 refurbished laptops, opening doors to education, careers & a network for those who need it most.
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Providing access to technology is the first step in closing the digital divide – and it can change the course of someone’s life. That belief is at the heart of Vista Gives; a Vista Equity Partners...
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Robert F. Smith
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This summer, I’ve been reading books with powerful perspectives on leadership, community, innovation & personal growth. Here are my recommendations as you consider your next books, including “Lead Boldly,” which shares my reflections on Dr. King’s lessons.
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This summer, I’ve been reading books that offer powerful perspectives on leadership, geopolitics, innovation and personal growth. I’ve pulled together a short reading list that I hope you might...
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The rise of agentic #AI is transforming enterprise software. At @Vista_Equity, our Agentic AI Factory helps companies move beyond experimentation, embedding AI as an active driver of workflows and unlocking its full potential across the enterprise. https://t.co/yPskSCpS9Y
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A recent report from McKinsey & Company reinforces what we’ve long understood: enterprise value won’t come from AI experimentation, but by deploying it as infrastructure. Through Vista Equity...
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