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Next Gen Talent:

Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce Today


Next-Gen Talent: Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce Today is a Workforce Development Summit that will bring together employers and educators to align needs, connect with other leaders, spark powerful ideas, and shape strategies to develop the next generation of talent for our region.

Tickets for the summit are $25pp and deadline for registration is December 20 — Sign up today!

This summit is sponsored through a Recompete Grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, and CHIPS4CHIPS.

Speaker bios, presentations, and handouts can be found below!


Join us in empowering the next generation of talent.

Thursday, January 16, 2025, 8:30 am – 4:00pm

The Leadership Institute at Columbus State University: 3100 Gentian Blvd, Columbus, GA 31907

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April 17, 2025 – Details for the next Workforce Development Summit will be announced soon

Keynote Speaker

Stuart Countess

Stuart Countess is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Kia Georgia’s manufacturing facility in West Point, Ga. Countess is responsible for all operational facets of the five-model assembly plant that employs more than 3,200 team members and produces a capacity of 350,000 vehicles annually.

From his start with Kia Georgia in 2008, Countess was a key figure in developing and implementing The Kia Way and the Georgia Production System as core practices of the facility’s operational system. Countess has held positions as the company’s Director of Quality, Vice President of Quality, Chief Administrative Officer, and Chief Operating Officer before assuming his current role.

He is highly active in community, civic, and educational organizations promoting individual development and providing leadership through service on multiple boards and committees in various capacities.

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Meet the Panel

Kelly Bush

Director of Existing Industry and Workforce Development’ Development Authority of Lagrange

Kelley Bush serves as Director of Existing Industry and Workforce Development for the Development Authority of Lagrange.
 In addition to her support and advocacy of existing industry, she supports the Development Authority of LaGrange in the recruitment of new capital investment and serves as Vice-Chair of the LaGrange Housing Authority and Co-Chair of the Troup County Education Task Force.
 With a background in industrial project management and multiple marketing disciplines, she brings a diverse skill set to her position and the ability to simplify difficult processes with creative solutions.  Her passion for workforce development has resulted in transformational initiatives that support employee recruitment and retention for Troup County industry and the economic health of the region.
 A champion for equity and a collaborative leader, Kelley is committed to developing sustainable solutions to empower community members impacted by racism, generational poverty, trauma, and low literacy.  She has built effective partnerships with decision-makers, influencers, and stakeholders throughout Georgia, informing public policy for social change, to create access and opportunity for underserved and marginalized community members and future generations.

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Nicki Payne

Assistant Manager, Human Resources, & Administrator; Hyundai Transys Georgia Powertrain INC.

Nicki Payne-Barradas was born and raised in LaGrange, GA. She is the mother of 7, that includes her 2 step kids and guardianship of her nieces. She is the Assistant Manager, Human Resources & Administrator at Hyundai Transys based in West Point, Georgia. She has been employed with HTGP since 2021. Previously, Nicki was a Branch Manager at Joynus Staffing for the Georgia and Alabama branches.
Nicki Barradas is recognized for involvement and HTGP partnerships with local schools to support career growth through company tours, Work Base Learning, and Internships. She strives to educate the next generation on the opportunities they could have in the Manufacturing sector. She has been involved in various initiatives with West Georgia Technical College (WGTC), particularly in fostering employer partnerships to meet regional workforce needs.

Jeff Matthews

Vice President of Operations; Fokker Services Group

Jeff Matthews is the Vice President of Operations at Fokker Services Americas, where he oversees all aspects of operations, including Component Repair, Logistics, Facility Maintenance, and Continuous Improvement. With an extensive background in the aviation industry, he brings years of leadership experience, including service in the U.S. Air Force. Prior to joining the Fokker Services Group, Jeff held various leadership and training roles at Delta Air Lines, Inc., where he gained an understanding of operations management and team development.
In addition to his work at Fokker Services, Jeff serves on the Business Management Advisory Committee at West Georgia Technical College and the Think Academy Advisory Committee, contributing valuable insights to the development of the next generation of industry professional. He is also a successful entrepreneur, with a comprehensive background in business management.
Jeff is committed to guiding operational excellence and continuous improvement in the aviation industry and is an advocate for education and professional development, with a keen interest in the development of young people.

Colin Martin

Area Manager of External Affairs, AT&T Georgia

Colin Martin is Area Manager of External Affairs for AT&T Georgia. Prior to joining AT&T, he served as President & CEO of the Fayette Chamber of Commerce in Fayetteville, GA. He previously served as President & CEO of the Harris County Chamber of Commerce and as Vice President of Government Affairs at the Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce, as well as on the staff of Congressman Lynn Westmoreland. He currently serves on the boards of directors of Columbus Technical College and Jordan Vocational High School College & Career Academy. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia, where he earned a commission in the United States Army Field Artillery. In May, he will graduate with a Masters in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Government from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Audrey Boone Tillman

Senior Executive Vice President; General Counsel; Aflac Incorporated

Audrey Boone Tillman, senior executive vice president and general counsel of Aflac Incorporated, directs Aflac’s Legal division and functions related to Compliance, Government Relations, Corporate Communications, Global Cybersecurity, Sustainability, and the office of the Corporate Secretary, including oversight functions of the General Counsel and Compliance offices at Aflac Japan, where the company earns more than 75 percent of its revenues.
Audrey joined Aflac in 1996 as a member of the Legal Department and was promoted to vice president in 2000. Her work as legal counsel to the Human Resources division led to her promotion to senior vice president of Human Resources in August 2001 and then to executive vice president of Corporate Services in 2008. She was promoted to General Counsel in May 2014.
During her tenure, the company has received multiple honors, including Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 23 times and Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies for 18 consecutive years. Aflac has been recognized by Black Enterprise magazine as one of its Best Companies for Diversity more than a dozen times and has appeared 25 times on LATINA Style magazine’s annual list of the 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work in the U.S. For the past six consecutive years, Aflac has been honored by Points of Light as one of the 50 most community minded companies in the nation.
Audrey has received numerous awards and accolades during her career at Aflac. Most recently, she was named to Black Enterprise magazine’s Most Powerful Women in Business list for the third consecutive year and Women’s Inc.’s Top Corporate Counsel list in 2019. She also received the Meritorious Public Service Medal awarded by the Department of the United States Army in 2020.
 Before joining Aflac, Audrey served as an associate professor at North Carolina Central University School of Law. Prior to that, she worked in private practice and also served as a federal judicial law clerk with the U.S. District Court for North Carolina.
Audrey received a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law. She is a member of the state bars of Georgia, North Carolina and the District of Columbia. Audrey serves on the board of directors for Equifax, Inc. and is involved in many local initiatives to improve the community in and around the Columbus, Ga. area. She is also a Diamond Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Scott Hill

Chief Executive Officer; Piedmont Columbus Regional

Scott Hill is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Piedmont Columbus Regional.  Joined Piedmont as Chief Operating Officer in October 2012 and in July 2014 was named the President and Chief Executive Officer. 
Mr. Hill served from 2006 until October 2012 as CEO of Lewis Gale Hospital Montgomery, an HCA facility, in Blacksburg, Virginia.  He was with HCA in CEO and other progressively responsible leadership roles for 12 years at several facilities, including Northern Virginia Community and Dominion Hospitals in Arlington and Falls Church, Virginia, and Henrico Doctors’ Hospitals in Richmond, Virginia.  He also held positions with the HealthSouth Corporation in Richmond and was employed as an exercise physiologist at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus in the mid-1990s.
He received both his Bachelor of Science degree in Health Promotion and his Master of Education degree from Auburn University.  He received a Master of Health Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.
Mr. Hill was recognized as a leader in community service and has served on numerous boards and civic organizations throughout his career.  In 2011, he was a recipient of the Star Regional Award from the March of Dimes and in 2010 he was presented the Rotary Club of Blacksburg and Christiansburg Professional Leadership Award for Outstanding Community Service.  He is a Past Chair of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce.  He is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Brian P. Denny

Human Resources Manager, Vectorply Corporation

After being honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps in 1993, Brian began his career in Manufacturing. He brings a unique perspective as he has served in many roles in manufacturing organizations. He started his career as a Tool and Die maker in the metal stamping industry after receiving an associate’s degree in Machine Trades. After a few years, he went back to school and achieved a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing management from the University of Minnesota. Upon receiving his degree, Brian held various Operations Supervisor and Manager roles.  While working as a Prototype Department Manager, he was asked if he would be interested in starting a formalized training program to initially focus on welding training.  Brian accepted the new position as Training Manager where he built a very successful training department that consisted of a certified welding instructor, subject matter specialists in each department, and a weeklong rigorous new hire onboarding. During that time, he also assumed responsibility for the company’s Safety Department.  Then he was asked to step in as the Human Resources Manager.  He accepted the role while maintaining responsibility Training and Safety.  To learn more about Human Resources, Brian earned a master’s degree in human resources management from Villanova University.  Since then, Brian has worked for various organizations in Minnesota, South Dakota, Georgia, and Alabama.  He is currently the Human Resources Manager at Vectorply Corporation where he is responsible for HR, Safety and Employee Training and Development.

jason Kosmas

General Manager, Columbus Engine Center, Pratt & Whitney

Jason Kosmas earned his degree in Business Finance from Merrimack College and has since established a successful career in the aerospace engineering sector. With two decades of experience, Jason has held positions at renowned companies, including General Electric, GKN, Kamen, and most recently, Pratt & Whitney.
Throughout his career, he has contributed to various aspects of aerospace manufacturing, including new part manufacturing for both metallic and composite structures, engine assembly and testing for military and commercial engines on fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft, as well as maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for both Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket sectors. Currently, he manages the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Pratt & Whitney, supporting both military and commercial engines.
In addition to his finance degree, Jason holds a 3G Engineer’s License in Powerplant Engineering and is Black Belt Certified. Outside of his professional pursuits, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two sons, boating, and motorcycle rides.

Dr. John Lester

Vice President of External Affairs; Columbus State University

Dr. Lester returned to Columbus State in January 2024 to continue his higher education career that has spanned three decades. He entered the academic communications world after transitioning from a career as a newspaper reporter into the news services operation at the University of Florida before spending 18 years at Columbus State, where his focus included university, government, and community relations, with more than two years of that tenure as its chief of staff. He served for five years as vice president for communications and marketing at Georgia Southern University before his current appointment. In addition to the Master of Public Administration he earned at Columbus State in 2008, he holds a bachelor’s in journalism from the University of Florida and a Doctor of Public Administration degree from Valdosta State University. 

Greg wilson

Associate Director; Carl Vinson Institute of Government

Greg Wilson works with communities and organizations to help them achieve their workforce and economic development goals. He is an Associate Director at the University of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government where he leads the Institute’s workforce development, applied demography, economic analysis, and economic development technical assistance programs. He assists state agencies, local workforce development boards, economic development organizations, and educational institutions with workforce development, economic development, strategy, and public engagement projects. He focuses on data analysis, program implementation, meeting facilitation, decision support, and strategic planning. Wilson helps communities and organizations use labor market, census, and education data to make decisions.
Prior to joining the Institute of Government in 2014, he served as a financial management analyst for the Office of Naval Intelligence in Washington, DC. He has a BA in Political Science and International Affairs, a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, and a Doctorate in Workforce Education, all from the University of Georgia.

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Dr. George White

Senior Director; Office of the VP of Interdisciplinary Research

Dr. George White is currently the Senior Director in the Office of the Vice President for Interdisciplinary Research at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia and recently selected to serve on the inaugural NATCAST Workforce Advisory Board (https://natcast.org/workforce/wfab). He received his BA in Physics from Hampton University, and his M.S. and PhD from the University of Illinois at Urbana, Champaign in Metallurgical Engineering. Dr. White has worked in the microelectronics industry for over 25 years with successful tenures at IBM, Motorola, and the AVX Corporation. He founded Jacket Micro Devices, a company which designed and manufactured RF modules using multilayer Liquid Crystalline Polymers for RF multiband applications. Dr. White provides expert support in developing strategies for expansion of Georgia Tech’s research enterprise including innovation collaboration with corporations, government and academia. He is currently providing leadership as GT’s Chief Chips Coordinating Officer for the CHIPS Act as and HBCU outreach initiative to increase research collaboration, including establishing the HBCU CHIPs network.

Matt McQuade

Managing Principal; McQuade Economic Growth Advisors

Matt is Managing Principal of McQuade Economic Growth Advisors, a strategic economic development consulting firm focused on supporting states and regions with reaching their growth ambitions.
Matt has honed his economic development expertise for over 18 years working in business development and project management. Prior to launching his consulting firm, Matt served as Managing Director of Business Development at One Columbus. During his tenure, the organization became one of the most respected of its kind and the Columbus Region evolved into the fastest-growing metro in the Midwest.
He’s worked with hundreds of companies and location consultants across dozens of industries, earning his position as a trusted site selection expert. Notable business attraction successes led by Matt include Intel, Amgen, Sarepta Therapeutics, STAQ Pharma, Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud.
Matt has served as a consultant to C4C for two years. Prior to his tenure at One Columbus, McQuade held various positions with the State of Ohio focused on deal management and proactive sales 

Ben Moser

President & CEO; United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley

Ben Moser began his role as President and CEO of the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley in 2019. Before that, Ben served as the Director of Major Gifts for the United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County and held several positions at the United Way of Forsyth County located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
After receiving his JD in 2004, Ben practiced law in New York City for 7 years before returning to NC and beginning his career with United Way. Ben graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1999 and is a devoted Tar Heel fan. Ben lives in Columbus with his wife Stephanie and son Jackson (12).

Minjai Cho

Vice President, Business Innovation Division; Absolics Inc.

With over 24 years of experience in global business development and financing, Minjai has led significant initiatives in advanced packaging technologies, particularly for AI and high-performance computing. Currently serving as Vice President and Board Member at Absolics Inc., and Vice President at SKC CO., LTD. since September 2018, they excel in managing government relations, securing strategic partnerships, and driving equity investments across diverse sectors. Throughout their career, they have held key leadership roles at HSBC Global Banking, UBS Investment Banking and KPMG Financial Services, consistently delivering exceptional value and fostering growth. Minjai holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from George Washington University.

Armond Duncan

Sr. Program Manager; Minority Serving Institutions Network​

Armond joined the University Network team in April of 2024. He comes to Micron with a background rooted in people-focused solutions and diversity efforts. With experiences to include Corporate Talent Management and Professional Development, Diversity Outreach and Partnerships at Lockheed Martin, as well as Workforce Transformation and Change Management as part of a PricewaterhouseCoopers or PwC consulting firm. Armond is a proud graduate of Southern University and A&M College, the flagship of the only HBCU system in the nation and is currently enrolled in the Scheller School of Business at Georgia Institution of Technology pursuing his Executive MBA in Global Business.

Dionne Rosser-Mims

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Vice Chancellor; Troy University, Phenix City Campus

Dr. Dionne Rosser-Mims is a dedicated advocate for inclusivity, social justice, and the transformative power of education, drawing inspiration from her upbringing in a culturally rich community. She enjoys actively volunteering with local nonprofit organizations that focus on education, mentorship, and empowerment of underprivileged communities. With over 25 years of experience in higher education, including roles in collegiate teaching, training, and talent development, she currently serves as the Vice Chancellor of Troy University’s Phenix City Campus and holds the position of full professor of adult education and global leadership. As an accomplished author, Dionne has published four influential books, including the 2020 co-edited volume “Pathways into the Political Arena: The Perspectives of Global Women Leaders.” She is also the co-editor of the newly launched “Transformative Women Leaders” book series, furthering her mission to empower women’s voices in leadership. Dionne holds membership and leadership positions in several prestigious organizations. She is the president of the International Leadership Association’s Women and Leadership member community and serves as a board member for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Additionally, she chairs the Community Schools United Steering Committee at the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley and is the vice chair of the Chattahoochee Hub for Innovation and Production of Semiconductors Coalition (CHIPS 4 CHIPS). Dionne is also involved with the Community Foundation of the Chattahoochee Valley, the East Alabama Chamber of Commerce, and Phenix City Rotary.  Dionne is happily married to DeCarlton for 23 years, and they take great pride in supporting their daughter Gabrielle, a freshman at Troy University who is pursuing a degree in elementary education and American Sign Language.

Bennet McCumber

Executive Director of Secondary Education Initiatives; Technical College System of Georgia

Mr. McCumber currently serves as the Executive Director of Secondary Education Initiatives for the Technical College System of Georgia. In this role, he supports Dual Enrollment, the Office of College and Career Academies, High School Diploma Programs, as well as other secondary facing programs.  
He previously served as CEO and Principal at Rockdale Career Academy from 2018-2022, served in various positions at RCA from 2014-2018, including assistant principal, program development coordinator, registrar, testing coordinator, CTAE department co-chair, and started his career in education at RCA as a public safety instructor in 2007 after five years in the criminal justice field. 
He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from Georgia State University in 2005, Master’s in public safety leadership from Mercer University in 2008, and Education Specialist degree in performance-based leadership from Valdosta State University in 2015.
Mr. McCumber is a native of Atlanta. He resides in Newnan, GA with his wife and three children. 

Laura Bailey

Educator, Alabama State Department of Education

Laura Bailey is an Education Administrator with the Alabama State Department of Education, specializing in Career and Technical Education (CTE) Workforce Development. She provides leadership and oversight for Alabama’s Health Science, Education and Training, Human Services, and Hospitality and Tourism CTE clusters, supporting approximately 500 CTE teachers across the state.
As a dedicated advocate for K-12 integration, Mrs. Bailey co-authored the Alabama Career Development Model Framework, which strengthens the alignment of career pathways across education levels. Additionally, she leads the annual CTE Summer Development Conference, bringing together nearly 2,000 professionals for training and collaboration. Before joining the Alabama State Department of Education in 2020, Mrs. Bailey served as the Career and Technical Education Director for Auburn City Schools, where she oversaw 15 CTE programs. Her work in the field earned her the prestigious 2018 Alabama Association for Career and Technical Education Administrator of the Year award. Mrs. Bailey holds a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences from the University of Montevallo and a Master of Educational Leadership from Auburn University. She is currently pursuing a Juris Doctorate from the Birmingham School of Law.

Joshua Laney

Director, Alabama Office of Apprenticeship

Josh Laney is the founding director of the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship (AOA). Under his leadership, the AOA has become a trailblazer among state apprenticeship agencies and a highly respected voice in the national conversation about work-based learning. With a focus on outcomes over inputs, the AOA is connecting Alabamians with the skills to meet the needs of Alabama employers and to set themselves on prosperous career paths.
Mr. Laney is a graduate of Auburn and Troy Universities and resides on his family farm in Russell County.

Tim Vinson

Program Specialist; Architecture, Construction, Communications and Transportation Pathways; Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education

Tim Vinson is an experienced Administrator, Coordinator, and Teacher with 35 years of dedicated service in education. With a strong servant leadership background, he served as the first CEO of the Jordan Vocational High School College and Career Academy, constructing and implementing a redesigned workforce development project for our community. Over the course of 12 years, he developed and managed the Muscogee County School District’s Work-based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship programs, impacting all nine high schools and thirteen middle schools.
Tim and several local leaders designed and implemented the Pratt and Whitney award-winning Work-Based Learning program, which is now recognized as a national model. His contributions on the Georgia WBL State Committee earned him the prestigious title of WBL Teacher of the Year for Georgia, along with numerous Georgia Partnerships of the Year Awards.
Tim also spent 17 years as a Metalworking Trades Instructor, specializing in Precision and CNC Machining, Sheetmetal Fabrication, and Welding. He has contributed to state curriculum revisions as a committee member and has been a dedicated SkillsUSA Georgia Advisor, mentoring numerous state and national competitors.
In addition to these accomplishments, Tim was named Muscogee County’s Teacher of the Year by the MEEF board and served as the Georgia Work-based Learning Programs Division Vice-President and Past-President of the Georgia Association of Career and Technical Educators. He has been a tireless advocate for educational initiatives, collaborating with state and national legislators to advance Georgia’s Career Technical and Agricultural Education programs.
Currently, Tim serves as the Architectural, Construction, Communications, and Transportation Program Specialist for the Georgia Department of Education, continuing his commitment to shaping the future of education in Georgia.

Lorie Denton

Director of the CREATE Innovation Center

Lorie Denton currently serves as the director of CREATE. CREATE is a regional workforce development, technology, and innovation center in East Alabama that serves students and adults in a variety of career pathways. Previously she served as the spokeswoman and the director of community development for the city of Oxford, Alabama, after spending several years as the director of business development for the Calhoun County Economic Development Council. Lorie is a life-long resident of Oxford where she has split time raising her children and working to bridge the gap between schools and industry to grow and sustain a strong workforce pipeline for the East Alabama region. She has served her community on numerous non-profit boards, workforce councils, career technical boards, planning commissions, and advisory committees for a variety of entities. Lorie has a daughter, Audrey, who is a NICU nurse in Mobile, AL and two sons who attend Oxford City Schools. Dax is a junior and Park is a freshman. Her passion continues to be connecting students to the many career opportunities that we have here locally, while simultaneously promoting the sustainability of our business and manufacturing entities. Through the relationships built between local schools, elected officials, municipalities, and industries, CREATE is now a reality.

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Don Hopper

Executive Director, Calhoun County Economic Development Council

Don Hopper serves as the Executive Director of the Calhoun County Economic Development Council (EDC), a role he has held since 2002, guiding the EDC’s mission to drive industrial growth, trade, and economic development across Calhoun County, Alabama.
Don is a native of Mississippi where he received his master’s degree from the University of Mississippi and moved to Alabama in 1987. During his tenure, Don has been successful in recruiting new industries and supporting expansion needs for those existing in the area. His service extends beyond Calhoun County as he actively contributes to several regional and statewide committees focused on economic and workforce development. Additionally, he has served as President of the Economic Development Association of Alabama, reflecting his long-standing commitment to fostering growth and opportunities within Alabama. With over 30 years of experience in economic development, Don’s leadership is defined not only by strategic insight, but also by his ability to build collaborative relationships across various sectors.

Alan Smith

Vice President of Capital Projects, Community Relations and Workforce Development

Alan Smith is responsible for assisting in the development of goals and strategies for capital improvements, enhancing community and public relations, promoting workforce development efforts and other administrative duties. He oversees Engineering Technologies, Applied Technologies, Adult Education Services, Continuing Education and the Skills Training Division. He ensures the availability of appropriate workforce training opportunities to meet regional needs and furthers Gadsden State’s mission to support local economic growth.
Smith earned his Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business and Economics in 1992 from Auburn University. In 1994, he was awarded a Master of Science in Education from Auburn followed by a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Alabama.
Smith began his career at Gadsden State in December 2019 as the dean of Workforce Development. Under his leadership, over $36 million was invested in career technical education, including the construction of the Advanced Manufacturing and Workplace Skills Training Center on the East Broad Campus.
In 2023, Smith was awarded the Chancellor’s Award for Administrators from the Alabama Community College System. He was also appointed by Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey to serve on the Region 2 Workforce Development Committee and to serve as subject matter expert of the Architecture and Construction Committee for the Alabama Committee on Credentialing and Career Pathways.
In 2024, he received the Excellence in Post-Secondary Administration Award at the Etowah Chamber’s Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony and was appointed chair of the Workforce Commission for the ACCS.

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