Meet the team.

Chris Smith

As Thomas’ older brother, Chris has always been supportive of whatever sport, activity, or venture Thomas pursued. But after living through Thomas’ multiple paralyzing spinal cord injuries, and witnessing the life-changing impact sufficient access to necessary rehabilitation and medical resources yields, he knew helping his brother and Tucker launch the Thomas E. Smith Foundation (TESF) was something he had to do.

Chris has been a trusted advisor to co-founders Thomas and Tucker since TESF’s inception in 2009, and in 2013, became a Trustee of the organization. With years of successful leadership as a volunteer, and over two decades of sales and marketing experience, he was appointed Chief Advancement Officer in June 2024. In this role Chris oversees TESF’s advancement, brand communications, stewardship, and technology efforts.

Chris and his wife Lindsey reside in Marblehead, MA with their two daughters Brooklyn and Scotland.

Direct contact: chris@thomasesmithfoundation.org