Jack Welde Email Address

Executive Council Member

Smartling helps ambitious brands access more markets, deliver better experiences, and build stronger relationships by transforming the way content is created and consumed around the world. Our translation software and services prioritize process automation and intelligent collaboration so that companies can quickly and cost-effectively localize their websites, apps, and documents with minimal IT involvement.

Experienced CEO, COO, CTO, product executive and successful entrepreneur; comprehensive background in software technology, localization, word-of-mouth marketing, digital media, leadership and management. Over 20 years of entrepreneurial and technology experience; expertise in web applications, interfaces, user experience, data modeling, software development process, and quality assurance. Combat-decorated Air Force officer and pilot; skilled in team leadership, detailed planning and execution, crisis and risk management, and “getting things done”. Specialties: Entrepreneurship, product development, operations, management, technology, translation, localization, team building, word-of-mouth marketing, digital media, sales, software development, UX/UI.