Mary Smith is an independent board member and former C-suite executive. She currently serves on the board of PTC Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTCT), a global biopharmaceutical company, where she sits on the audit and compensation committees. Her background includes experience in governance, technology, compliance, government affairs, public policy, and regulatory experience. She also serves on the board of HAI Group and Greenway Health.

Previously, she was the CEO of the Indian Health Service, a $6 billion national healthcare system that serves over 2.5 million persons.

She is a past president of the American Bar Association (ABA) and was the first Native American woman in this role. She has received numerous awards and recognitions including being named to Forbes 50 over 50, a 2023 Director to Watch, and the 2023 Cherokee National Statesmanship Award.