Adam Smeets

Adam Smeets is a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft, where he develops inclusive computer science curriculum and instructional tools that help students—and their teachers—feel confident, capable, and excited about learning. As a certified trainer for Microsoft, Apple, and Google, Adam is passionate about making industry-grade tools and engaging curriculum accessible to K-12 and higher education communities. He has spent his career at the intersection of education, technology, and curriculum design, serving as a teacher, faculty member, CTO, and IT leader. In previous roles, Adam oversaw strategic planning and implementation of IT programs within K-12 and university settings, ensuring secure, comprehensive solutions aligned with organizational goals. His current work at Microsoft is grounded in curriculum and instruction, emphasizing real-world classroom needs, hands-on learning, and human-centered design. Adam holds an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Loyola University Chicago, an M.Ed. in Educational Technology from the University of Delaware, and a B.A. in English and Secondary Education from Loyola University Chicago. Whether designing curriculum, building products, or collaborating with educators, Adam’s goal remains the same: to support teaching and learning that empowers both students and teachers—and to inspire learners to see themselves as capable creators and problem-solvers.