Marty Dauer

Marty Dauer serves as Chief Growth Officer at Smith + Howard, bringing over 30 years of experience in driving organizational growth, value, and transformation. His primary focus is on expanding the firm’s services and geographic footprint by identifying new markets and forging strategic relationships. Marty is passionate about using his extensive background in M&A, strategy, and marketing to lead Smith + Howard’s growth initiatives, create new opportunities for its people, and promote the firm’s values and culture.

Before joining Smith + Howard, Marty played a pivotal role at Kroll (formerly Duff & Phelps), where he helped grow the company’s revenue from $350 million to over $1.8 billion. As Chief Marketing Officer for 14 years, and Chief Operating Officer for Kroll Digital Solutions for two years, he was instrumental in nearly 50 successful acquisitions, leading the firm through a comprehensive rebrand. Marty’s leadership spanned several high-growth companies, including Marsh McLennan, Tyco International, and GE.

Marty’s expertise includes private equity, strategic M&A, and business growth, all of which he leverages to transform and accelerate Smith + Howard’s expansion. He has worked with more than five private equity owners, helping them integrate firms and spark innovation.

Marty and his family reside in Newtown, Pennsylvania.

Location

• Atlanta, Georgia

Education

• Siena College – Bachelor of Science in Finance
• University at Albany – MBA, Business Administration and Management

Hometown

• Newtown, Pennsylvania

Interests + Hobbies

• Reading (especially WWII history)
• Exploring on my bike
• Playing guitar
• Traveling
• Spending time with family