Clark Hayes

Clark Hayes is a seasoned enterprise leader with a 15-years of experience in translation, localization, and language technology. Currently the VP of Account Management at Smartcat, he leads a global team responsible for deepening partnerships and driving success across some of the world’s top brands. With a strong background in business development and a passion for language and culture, Clark has held progressive roles across the localization industry—from account management at Eriksen to business development leadership at thebigword. He joined Smartcat in 2020 and has since helped scale its customer relationships across Fortune 1000 companies. Clark brings a unique, globally-minded perspective to enterprise partnerships, shaped by his experience as a Fulbright Scholar in Oman and his professional background in Arabic translation and cultural diplomacy.