Landon Smith, Angel Investor

Landon Smith is Executive Chairman of LS Ventures, LLC, a Dallas‑based firm he founded in 2023 to provide capital and strategic support to growth‑stage businesses. He previously founded and led Riveron, serving as CEO and Chairman for nearly two decades. At Riveron, he oversaw business strategy, client delivery, and practice development, building the firm into a respected provider of buy‑side due diligence, sell‑side services, and post‑transaction financial consulting. His career reflects a consistent focus on entrepreneurship, financial consulting, and leadership. Landon has more than 20 years of experience in public accounting, project finance, and private equity consulting, serving industries such as energy, manufacturing, biotechnology, software, and transportation. Earlier in his career, he held senior roles at Ernst & Young and Panda Energy International, where he gained deep expertise in financial due diligence and corporate finance. As an angel investor, Landon has backed ventures in consumer products. His investment in Hari Mari, a lifestyle brand, valued at $10M in 2024, reflects his interest in supporting companies that combine strong growth potential with distinctive market positioning.