About me
Meet Kathryn Smith, a dedicated entrepreneur and advocate for small businesses. As the Founder
and Principal Consultant of Walton Birch, a growing web development and digital marketing firm
based in Marietta, GA, Kathryn focuses on helping small businesses establish a credible online
presence through expertly-built websites, online stores and targeted marketing campaigns.
In addition to her role at Walton Birch, Kathryn is a co-founder of the Black Lady Business School,
an Atlanta-based organization dedicated to supporting underestimated women and minority
entrepreneurs by lowering barriers to success in the business world.
During Kathryn's professional career she has worked for several Fortune 500 companies in Atlanta
including AT&T, Cox Automotive, and The Home Depot.
Kathryn received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Women’s Studies from Agnes Scott College, and her
Master of Business Administration from Georgia Tech. A proud alumna of Georgia Tech's Scheller
College of Business, Kathryn earned her MBA with a concentration in Business Analytics in 2016. In
2019, she took a bold step away from corporate America due to health considerations, founding
Walton Birch to continue her commitment to excellence and innovation.
Beyond her entrepreneurial pursuits, Kathryn serves as an advocate and champion for the local
business community. She currently co-chairs the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Committee of
the Cobb Chamber's DE&I Council and serves as the D2 Cobb Cabinet Lead for Entrepreneurship
and Economic Development. Recognized for her impactful work, Kathryn was named to the
Leadership Cobb Class of 2024 and the Georgia Tech Alumni 40 Under 40 list in 2023 for her
dedication to supporting women and underestimated founders.
Kathryn's leadership and advocacy reflect her commitment to redefining possibilities for
underestimated founders, consistently exploring new ways to serve and uplift aspiring
entrepreneurs.
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