Gerald Smith

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About Gerald Smith

Accomplished leader with 10 years of experience in project management, vendor relations, budgeting, and team building. Suited to lead teams, spearhead projects, and improve strategies that drive increased value for all stakeholders. GOAL: To bring my leadership and team building skills to a company to help shape culture, improve staff retention, and provide a better understanding of what motivates workers besides pay. Building teams focusing not only on skillsets but also cultural fit, ancillary motivation, and staff retention will reduce onboarding costs, errors due to inexperience, and time spent on hiring; while increasing quality of product and customer satisfaction. Exceptional interpersonal skills and relationship building skills with team members, outside vendors, consultants, company stakeholders, upper management, and government officials. WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING: ‘Gerald’s demeanor and authenticity garners the respect of the staff as he leads them during exhausting work and stressful times. It is during these stressful times where Gerald’s critical thinking and reasoning skills shine.’ – Mark Daniels, Director of Agronomy, Wannamoisett Country Club ‘The work environment was comparable to none and ranged from tornado warnings to heat indexes of over 110 degrees Fahrenheit to freezing rains and sleet. It was during these times of extreme stress and difficulty that Gerald’s leadership was on center stage, and he commanded the team's respect and attention. He successfully communicated the overall goals and expectations while also motivating and working with each team member on an individual level.’ – Mike Nowicki, Superintendent, Lakeside Park Club