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Work History
Education
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Barry Smith

HARDINSBURG,KY

Summary

My last job before I retired at age 54 was night manager of Franklin County Veterans Memorial in Columbus, Ohio, a Trade Show facility and Concert Hall that sat 3800 people. My duties included the coordination of staff, stage hands, vendors, security, police and acts from Country music to Rock and Roll.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

District 4 Commander

Department of Kentucky VFW
05.2025 - Current
  • Established strong partnerships with local organizations, fostering a cooperative approach to address community issues.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations in all aspects of district operations.

Secretary

Joint Executive Council of Veterans Organizations of Kentucky (JECVO)
05.2021 - Current
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
  • Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
  • Coordinated meetings and events, arranging logistics for over 50 corporate gatherings.
  • Provided comprehensive support to new staff, facilitating faster integration into team.

VFW Post Commander

Department of Kentucky
05.2011 - 05.2014

Turned an illegally operated VFW Post into a legally ran VFW Post by instituting payroll taxes, liquor licenses, abiding by the rules and regulations of KY. State private organizations.

Instrumental in a successful consolidation of two VFW Posts, instrumental in starting a charitable gaming Bingo operation.

Education

No Degree - History

Ohio University
Athens, OH

College Prep

Amanda Clearcreek
Amanda, Ohio
05-1967

Skills

    District Commander of the largest VFW District in Kentucky to include Elizabethtown, Vine Grove, Brandenberg, Leitchfield, Clarkson, Hardinsburg, Hawesville, Calhoun, Owensboro Responsible for the coordination of District operations, Post inspections, member of the VFW Department of Kentucky Council of Administration and reporting to the VFW Department Commander

Accomplishments

I was drafted into the Army. While in the Infantry I was awarded battle decorations, including the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, two Army Commendation Medals, an Air Medal and a Combat Infantryman's Badge. I returned to civilian life after twenty one months of service. In 2021, I was inducted into the Ohio Military Hall of Fame for Valor. In 2023, I was inducted into the Kentucky Military Hall of Fame. Currently, I help fellow Veterans by helping them with VA claims.

Timeline

District 4 Commander

Department of Kentucky VFW
05.2025 - Current

Secretary

Joint Executive Council of Veterans Organizations of Kentucky (JECVO)
05.2021 - Current

VFW Post Commander

Department of Kentucky
05.2011 - 05.2014

No Degree - History

Ohio University

College Prep

Amanda Clearcreek
Barry Smith