Robert F. Smith

Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Founder, Chairman & CEO @Vista_Equity.

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AI is creating new layers of opportunity across the technology stack, but the bigger question for investors is where lasting value will be created. I am looking forward to returning to @CAISgroup Summit this October to continue that important conversation. https://t.co/xJz9HbuOiW

[Robert F. Smith @RFS_Vista]

Technology is reshaping how students learn, and its greatest value comes when it expands access and opportunity. On #EducationTechnologyDay, let’s focus on building systems that enable more students to participate in that progress and promise.

[Robert F. Smith @RFS_Vista]

The AI era will be shaped not only by the technology we build, but by who has the opportunity to build with it. Morehouse College’s NSF-backed work to develop AI-ready learning pathways is an investment in preparing the next generation to lead. https://t.co/YBepSqGpcz

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Software is moving from supporting work to executing it, reshaping how investors think about value creation and the economics of the category. I’m looking forward to discussing what comes next in the age of AI with Selin Bucak at @Citywire PAW26. https://t.co/YUKnwLzHje

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#HBCUs have long been engines of access, opportunity and economic mobility. Jamie and Judy Dimon’s $12 million commitment to 12 institutions will strengthen their endowments and expand opportunity for generations of students and their communities. https://t.co/v83WAQQb2c

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Last month, teams from across the @Vista_Equity ecosystem gathered for Agentic AI Hackathons in North America and Bengaluru, India, building and testing new multi-agent systems. It was great to see the creativity, collaboration and execution across both events. https://t.co/CIcEwG2xhr

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#ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth is a reminder of the value of early detection and access to quality care. Raising awareness can help men take proactive steps for their health. Let’s encourage conversations in our communities that can help save lives.

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AI can expand the information available to leaders, but it cannot decide what deserves confidence. As AI becomes more embedded in business, human judgment will be even more critical in determining how insights are evaluated, interpreted and applied. https://t.co/5Lf2hCJt74

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Welcome to @Vista_Equity's 2026 Analysts and Associates. Every new class brings fresh perspectives and energy to our firm. I look forward to seeing the impact you make as you build relationships, tackle new challenges and learn from those around you. https://t.co/390etdRJiQ

[Robert F. Smith @RFS_Vista]

Enterprise AI is entering a new phase. As Agentic AI adoption grows, organizations may increasingly be differentiated not only by the AI they deploy, but by how efficiently they operate it at scale. https://t.co/kTO48GkJXM

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Internships allow students to solve real problems, learn from great mentors and build the confidence that comes from doing the work. As AI evolves, investing in the next generation of innovators matters more than ever. https://t.co/YMOV2UJTkp

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#BlackBusinessMonth is a time to recognize the founders and entrepreneurs who build new ways to expand opportunity in their communities. Investing in the next generation of innovators remains one of the most meaningful ways to help shape a better future for everyone.

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Great careers often begin with the chance to learn by doing. My internship at Bell Labs gave me that opportunity, and it shaped the path that followed. Internships remain one of the best ways to prepare students for meaningful careers. #NationalInternDay https://t.co/hcwbsfKu7f

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Successful entrepreneurs develop ideas, recognize opportunities and build the strategies, teams and capabilities needed to turn their vision into reality. Above all, the strongest founders never stop learning. https://t.co/KhXgDZ6IvS

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Success becomes more powerful when it is shared. Mentorship and a commitment to helping others discover and navigate their path are how we create opportunity that lasts beyond a single generation. https://t.co/6L0ZMGpvQ5

[Robert F. Smith @RFS_Vista]

As America marks its 250th Independence Day, I am reminded that our nation's history is defined not only by its founding ideals but by the ongoing work to extend them more fully to each generation.

From Frederick Douglass to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and beyond, progress has come through the efforts of those committed to expanding opportunity and strengthening our democracy. It is a legacy worth recognizing and a responsibility we all share. Happy Independence Day.

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We believe the economics of inference will increasingly become a major determinant of value creation in the agentic era. As #AI capability advances rapidly, the more difficult challenge is delivering it at enterprise scale. https://t.co/1sXedwVizl

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The biggest question in AI is who owns the workflow and data. Companies with proprietary data, trusted relationships and control of critical workflows may be best positioned to turn AI into indispensable customer outcomes. https://t.co/x6RClcPcor

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This Father’s Day, I am grateful for the fathers whose strength and love shape families and communities. My father taught me the power of education and service. Today, I am reflecting on his impact on my life and the incredible example fathers everywhere set for us all.

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#Juneteenth is a reminder that remembering our history is essential to building a more just future. Today, we honor those whose strength and sacrifice helped pave the way for freedom for future generations of Black Americans.