Jimmy Smith: Creativity, Authenticity, Growth (Part 1)

Michael Gervais (0:09)

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Okay, this conversation is with Jimmy Smith. Now it's two common names, but Jimmy is that dude in his industry. And if you've spent time with creatives and branded entertainment in that world, he needs no introduction. You already know who he is. But for the rest of us, some kind of highlights for him to get a quick snapshot of who he is. He was listed as one of the top creative minds for Fast Company.