KMKC Welcomes Ian M. Smith as Director
KMK Consulting Company LLC (“KMKC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL (KMK Law), welcomes Ian M. Smith as Director. In his role, Smith will help drive KMKC’s comprehensive incentive offering, including incentive negotiation, incentive compliance & administration, and incentive risk mitigation for the Company’s corporate clients and expanding businesses across the United States.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ian to our leadership team,” said Jim McGraw, KMKC President. “Ian’s extensive experience in credits and incentives, combined with his proven track record of driving meaningful economic development initiatives, will be invaluable to KMKC’s clients.”
Prior to joining KMKC, Smith was Director of Credits & Incentives at DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc., where he helped grow the firm's practice and led key business development efforts. His achievements include securing multi-million dollar incentives for major corporate expansions in the Northeast and Mountain West, and working with state and local partners to deliver win-win outcomes for clients and communities.
Previously, Smith was the Director of Business Development for REDI Cincinnati, where he spearheaded site selection efforts for businesses interested in the Cincinnati region. Collaborating with various stakeholders—ranging from regional business leaders to elected officials—Smith played a key role in crafting presentations to promote the region to national and global enterprises. He also developed REDI's Go-to-Market strategy for the technology and innovation sector, focusing on innovative methods to drive lead generation and economic growth for the region.
Prior to REDI, Smith served on the incentives team for The Kroger Co., driving economic development efforts in 35 states across each of the company's primary business units, primarily retail, manufacturing, supply chain, and corporate offices. Smith’s expertise in business development, credits and incentives, and regional economic development promotion makes him a key resource for companies seeking to optimize their expansion strategies and maximize opportunities for growth throughout the United States.
Smith began his career in data analytics and client consulting with Nielsen. He earned his bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University in 2008, magna cum laude.
About KMK Consulting Company LLC (KMKC)
KMK Consulting Company is a premier site selection and incentive negotiation firm, delivering tailored solutions to corporations nationwide. Our core services include Tax Credit & Incentive Negotiation, Public Finance, Site Selection & Utility/Energy Incentives. With a combined experience of over 150 years, the KMKC team is equipped to meet your needs. For more information, visit www.kmkconsulting.com.
