Sam Smith
Senior Staff Accessibility Lead at CoinbaseTalks at Accelerate Chicago 2026
Sam Smith is an accessibility lead at Coinbase, where he focuses on inclusive design and building experiences everyone can use. With over 11 years of experience in the field, Sam has a proven track record of building accessibility from the ground up, having built and scaled the first formal accessibility programs at both Workday and Coinbase.
Currently, Sam is dedicated to leveraging AI to break down digital barriers and increase accessibility at scale. Sam believes that AI isn't just a productivity tool, but a transformative force for equality in the financial ecosystem. A firm advocate for systemic change, Sam combines deep technical expertise with a passion for creating products usable by everyone, regardless of ability.