Smartsheet Function Face-Off: VLOOKUP vs INDEX/MATCH

Paul Newcome is a Smartsheet Certified Solution Consultant at 10xViz, renowned for his exceptional ability to blend big-picture vision with meticulous attention to detail. As the #1 contributor to the Smartsheet Online Community, Paul consistently offers valuable insights, answers questions, and shares best practices, demonstrating his commitment to building powerful Smartsheet solutions as well as community engagement.

Ayelet is a systems and operations leader with expertise in business transformation, process optimization, and enterprise Smartsheet implementations. They’ve led large-scale initiatives across industries to streamline systems and improve end-to-end workflows. Passionate about building systems that truly serve the people using them, Ayelet brings empathy, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset to every project. Their systems-thinking approach blends strategic vision with practical execution to drive lasting change.

Jennifer Jones (JJ) is the CEO and Founder of 10xViz, a Smartsheet Platinum Partner, dedicated to revolutionizing the way people work. With over 20 years of experience, Jennifer has helped organizations achieve greater efficiency, visibility, and collaboration—delivering measurable impacts to the bottom line. As a sought-after speaker, Jennifer enjoys sharing her expertise in leveraging technology to streamline workflows, bridge communication gaps, and drive meaningful results. She is passionate about empowering teams to work smarter, not harder.

Dustin Wise brings over 16 years of experience in engineering, operations, and leadership to his role as Director of Solution Innovation at 10xViz. Known for his innovative mindset and creative problem-solving, Dustin leads client engagement and team leadership efforts, focusing on delivering automated, efficient solutions that transform the way organizations work. His collaborative spirit, curiosity, and ability to inspire action align with 10xViz's mission to empower clients with smarter workflows, enhanced visibility, and measurable results—returning their most valuable resource: time.