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Sam Kolbert-Hyle

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President & CEO at Brandlive Inc.
📍 Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area, United States

Sam Kolbert-Hyle is the President and CEO of Brandlive, a company focused on creating TV-like virtual events and meetings. A graduate of The Wharton School, he previously helped grow Smarsh to unicorn status. Colleagues describe him as having deep strategic vision and an edgy drive that makes teams successful.

Originally from Philadelphia, Sam now lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife Sarah and their two children. He is involved in the local arts scene and supports nonprofits like The Dougy Center and Cascade AIDS Project. He has a passion for both theater and entrepreneurship, having started businesses in high school.

Interesting fact: Sam grew up with a passion for directing and produced a full version of the musical "Cats" in kindergarten.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
President & CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area, United States
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Priorities

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Future of Work
He frequently speaks on how companies must adapt communication for hybrid environments, making virtual meetings more engaging and television-like to retain talent.
Virtual Events
As CEO of Brandlive, he is an expert on creating high-production value virtual experiences, having powered major events for brands like Nike, Google, and the Biden campaign.
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Career

Work history

1-2020
President & CEO
Brandlive Inc.
10-2018
Partner
Archivist
7-2016 - 11-2020
Board Member
The Dougy Center
8-2013 - 4-2018
Board Member
Birdie Eye
9-2009 - 5-2018
SVP, Product, Strategy and Corporate Development
Smarsh
In the press

Media appearances

Sam Kolbert‑Hyle of BrandLive: 5 Things You Need To Know To Successfully Run a Live Virtual Event. Featured in Authority Magazine (Medium)
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Sam Kolbert‑Hyle | President & CEO – Brandlive (Forbes Business Council profile). Featured in Forbes Business Council
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Education
2003 - 2007
B.S.
The Wharton School
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