SmartBear, a leading provider of software quality and visibility solutions, has announced the appointment of Nate Lewis as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development. With over 30 years of experience in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships, Nate is poised to play a crucial role in shaping SmartBear's future growth and its transition into an AI-native organization. "Nate’s deep M&A expertise and forward-thinking approach are exactly what we need as we strategically scale our operations," said Dan Faulkner, CEO of SmartBear. "His leadership will help us unlock new growth opportunities and enable our teams to focus on delivering the most impactful solutions for software development teams worldwide. We anticipate Nate’s influence to be significant as we move faster, work smarter, and create more value for our customers and employees." Nate expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, stating, "SmartBear’s ambitious goals for growth and AI innovation present the kind of challenges I am passionate about. I am excited to join the leadership team and contribute to scaling SmartBear, particularly during this pivotal moment in software development. As AI continues to reshape how software is built, maintaining quality remains paramount." Nate’s background includes senior positions at prominent technology firms and private equity-backed companies such as Demandware, Nuance Communications, Corel Corporation, and Stonebridge Associates. Most recently, he served as Chief Development Officer at Sevita, a provider of specialty healthcare services, where he managed a high-volume acquisition program. His expertise lies in structuring complex transactions, building high-performing teams, and aligning growth strategies with long-term business objectives. This appointment coincides with a period of rapid innovation at SmartBear. The company has recently been recognized in the 2025 Global Tech Awards, with SmartBear API Hub, powered by Swagger, earning an award in the API category, and its AI-driven tool, SmartBear HaloAI, receiving recognition in the AI category. These accolades highlight SmartBear’s commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to enhance software development processes and outcomes. SmartBear is dedicated to pioneering advancements in software quality, particularly through the integration of AI. The company’s solution hubs—SmartBear API Hub, SmartBear Insight Hub, and SmartBear Test Hub—feature HaloAI, which provides end-to-end quality visibility and automation. SmartBear is trusted by more than 16 million developers, testers, and software engineers across 32,000 organizations, including industry leaders such as Adobe, JetBlue, FedEx, and Microsoft. SmartBear not only focuses on technological innovation but also emphasizes ethical corporate practices and social responsibility. The company is committed to developing responsible AI systems that incorporate accountability and transparency. Additionally, SmartBear actively engages in community initiatives, promoting positive change in the regions it serves. For more information about SmartBear and its mission, visit smartbear.com, or follow the company on LinkedIn, X, or Facebook.