Think Up Consulting Names Samantha Wallace Managing Director, Growth & Strategy
Strategic leadership appointment supports firm's continued growth and long-term business strategy
Think Up Consulting, a boutique firm that transforms customer and employee experiences through the alignment of brand, talent, and culture, has named Samantha (“Sam”) Wallace Managing Director, Growth & Strategy. The appointment follows a period of significant growth for Think Up, including its recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
As a member of Think Up’s executive leadership team, Wallace will help guide the firm’s next phase of growth, shaping long-term business strategy, strengthening client relationships, identifying new market opportunities, and developing the leadership talent and organizational capabilities needed to support continued expansion.
“Think Up’s growth reflects the strength of our team, the relationships we’ve built with our clients, and the increasing demand for our approach to elevating the customer experience,” said Ron Doney, CEO of Think Up Consulting. “As we look ahead, we’re making strategic investments in the people and capabilities that will position us for continued success. Sam brings a rare combination of business acumen, strategic thinking, and consulting expertise, along with a deep understanding of who we are and where we want to go.”
Wallace brings more than 25 years of experience spanning business strategy, organizational development, marketing, and change management across global corporations, consulting firms, and entrepreneurial ventures. She returns to Think Up after previously serving as Director of Business Development from 2018 to 2022, during which she helped drive substantial revenue growth, advance the firm’s business development strategy, and strengthen strategic client relationships.
Most recently, Wallace held leadership roles at Bank of America, serving as Global Talent Consultant and Local Market Executive. Her responsibilities included advising senior leaders on organizational effectiveness, succession planning, talent development, and business strategy, as well as supporting market growth.
Earlier in her career, Wallace worked as a management consultant with IBM, leading business transformation and organizational change initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. She also founded and led several entrepreneurial ventures, including Edible Upcountry magazine, and was a founding partner of Greenville’s M. Judson Booksellers.
“Having been part of Think Up’s journey before, I’ve seen firsthand what makes this organization special,” said Wallace. “The firm’s growth creates tremendous opportunity to build on that foundation, strengthen our capabilities, and position our people and clients for what’s next. I’m looking forward to working alongside this team to help shape that future.”
Wallace holds dual MBA degrees from the University of Texas at Austin and Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico, as well as a bachelor’s degree in communications from Northwestern University. She has also served in numerous community and nonprofit leadership roles throughout her career.
About Think Up Consulting
Think Up Consulting integrates brand, talent, and culture to fuel sustainable growth for organizations ranging from mid-sized, rapidly evolving companies to Fortune 500 brands. For over 20 years, Think Up has delivered customized solutions that elevate customer experiences and lead to high-impact business outcomes by activating internal cultures. Think Up’s unique process connects the people of an organization to the brand, strategy, and culture of an organization through a holistic approach combining strategy, change management, events, and learning.
