“We believe broadband and digital infrastructure are foundational to the tech-enabled transformation occurring across all industries and facets of society. And our global team of seasoned and diverse professionals share a collective passion for the power of connectivity to strengthen communities, and unlock human potential for all.”
That’s the M.O. that drives Grain Management, a Gold sponsor of MSP Expo, taking place February 11-13, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Grain is a global investment firm that specializes in digital infrastructure and are a trusted solutions provider to the broadband and communications industry.
A few factors that helped Grain get that “trusted” tag has been the moves made in-house. Grain, in 2022 and 2023, hired new investment professionals and senior advisors. This was done to focus on global investment opportunities and capitalize on the growth of immersive technology, generative AI and 5G networks.
Recently, Grain made another move: the addition of Steven R. Smith as Managing Director on the Investment Team.
Prior to joining Grain, Smith developed his executive experience at Verizon. He recently led Corporate Finance with oversight of the international carrier's enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis capabilities, its multi-billion-dollar capital program, Wireless Business Development, as well as FP&A and Data Analytics Centers of Excellence.
Smith also brings experience in wireless spectrum transactions after playing a key role in securing and managing Verizon's spectrum assets. His understanding of the regulatory environment, auction processes and spectrum valuation equips him with insights into these assets that underpin global wireless connectivity.
For Grain, Smith, who has over three decades of experience in advancing enterprise growth in the global TMT industry, will be based in Washington, D.C. He will work out of the firm's headquarters alongside Grain's global team of investment and operations professionals.
“Over the past decade, I've had the opportunity to observe firsthand the value Grain brings as a trusted broadband technology and digital infrastructure partner,” said Smith. “I look forward to working alongside an outstanding group of professionals, building on that success, and creating value for our current and future clients."
Smith’s strategic leadership in the digital world and his in-depth knowledge of spectrum-related opportunities will be seen as valuable assets to Grain's performance-driven culture. Smith will help Grain provide better results to its clients.
"Steve brings a tremendous amount of commercial acumen and a record of delivering results within transformative technological, regulatory and competitive market environments," said David J. Grain, Grain's CEO and founder.
Smith’s addition to the team continues Grain's expansion as one of the frontrunners in the telecommunications and digital infrastructure industries.
Grain Management is a Gold sponsor of MSP Expo, taking place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 11-13, 2025. Part of the #TECHSUPERSHOW, MSP Expo is the premier event for MSPs, offering a three-day experience combining conference education, networking opportunities, an exhibit hall full of the latest technologies and solutions to help MSPs build their business, and more. Grain will be in Meeting Room 206.
Edited by
Alex Passett
