Senior Director

“The most durable growth comes from understanding where technology, customer behavior, and capital are converging—and having the conviction to act before the opportunity becomes obvious.”

Sam brings an entrepreneurial perspective to corporate development, venture investing, and M&A, drawing on experience across media, marketing, commerce, and technology.

Beginning in 2020, Sam advised Outside on an extensive acquisition strategy as the company expanded its portfolio of active-lifestyle media, technology, and consumer brands. His work reflects a broader ability to identify strategic opportunities, connect complementary businesses, and help management teams use M&A as a catalyst for growth.

Sam’s background combines business strategy with a foundation in design. Earlier in his career, he worked with the Corporate Design Group at Procter & Gamble and held design and marketing roles at Pod Consulting, experiences that continue to inform his approach to technology, brands, and consumer behavior.

In addition to his role at Progress Partners, Sam is a Founding Partner of Progress Ventures, where he invests in early-stage B2B technology companies across advertising, commerce, marketing, and media. He also serves in board and advisory roles supporting organizations across technology, media, education, and active-lifestyle communities.

Sam earned his B.A. from Lewis & Clark College and his MBA from Babson College’s F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business.