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KENNETH SMITH

Summary

Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO & Founder

Owner Operator Independent
01.2007 - Current
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
  • Expanded market share through successful acquisitions and partnerships.
  • Developed a high-performance executive board for improved productivity and efficiency.
  • Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates. Also a excessive pool of volunteers.
  • Acquired Grants and Financial campaigns

POLICE OFFICER

CITY OF DILLON
08.2003 - 12.2006
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.

Lab Test Borer, Yard Train Conductor

KOPPERS INC
08.2003 - 04.2005
  • Enhanced safety measures by strictly adhering to railroad regulations and conducting thorough pre-departure inspections.
  • Coordinated train movements within rail yards, maximizing efficiency while maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel.
  • Increased efficiency in rail yard operations through strategic planning of track layouts and coordination with other conductors.
  • Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.

ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

MARION COUNTY DETENTION CENTER
01.2001 - 03.2003
  • Enhanced team morale by consistently recognizing outstanding performance and providing constructive feedback for areas of improvement.
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks by delegating responsibilities according to staff strengths and availability.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall shift efficiency and customer satisfaction levels.

CORRECTION OFFICER

S C DEPT OF CORRECTIONS
02.1998 - 06.2000
  • Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
  • Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
  • Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.

Dental Technician (Dental Tech)

US Navy
05.1992 - 11.1994
  • Collaborated with dentists to ensure accurate shade matching for esthetically pleasing restorations.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.

Personnel Administrative Specialist

SC Army National Guard
09.1989 - 05.1992
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined personnel administration processes.
  • Reduced administrative errors by maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records.
  • Improved communication between departments with the timely distribution of internal memos and announcements.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and federal regulations, conducting regular audits of personnel files.

Education

General High School Curriculum - General Studies

Dillon High School
Dillon, SC

Theology -

Doctorate Degree
SOGC Bible College And Seminary, Columbia, SC

Christian Counseling -

Bachelor's Degree
SOGC Bible College And Seminary, Columbia, SC

Christian Leadership -

Master's Degree
SOGC Bible College And Seminary, Columbia, SC

Humanities -

Doctorate Degree
Global Alliance Insitute, Atlanta, GA

Dental Technician -

Certificate of Attendance/Completion (Disabled Individuals)
NSDAT, San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Talent Development
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Succession Planning
  • Crisis Management
  • Business Development
  • Effective Decision-Making
  • Business Start up

Accomplishments

  • Palmetto Leadership Award 2020
  • Best County Non-Profit Award 2020
  • Phi Beta Sigma 2021
  • Business Leadership Award 2021
  • Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award 2022
  • Lifetime Humanitarian Award 2023

Languages

English
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • Member of APA Pool League
  • King Solomon Masonic Lodge #1
  • Bowling
  • Swimming
  • Travel
  • Cooking

Timeline

CEO & Founder

Owner Operator Independent
01.2007 - Current

POLICE OFFICER

CITY OF DILLON
08.2003 - 12.2006

Lab Test Borer, Yard Train Conductor

KOPPERS INC
08.2003 - 04.2005

ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

MARION COUNTY DETENTION CENTER
01.2001 - 03.2003

CORRECTION OFFICER

S C DEPT OF CORRECTIONS
02.1998 - 06.2000

Dental Technician (Dental Tech)

US Navy
05.1992 - 11.1994

Personnel Administrative Specialist

SC Army National Guard
09.1989 - 05.1992

General High School Curriculum - General Studies

Dillon High School

Theology -

Doctorate Degree

Christian Counseling -

Bachelor's Degree

Christian Leadership -

Master's Degree

Humanities -

Doctorate Degree

Dental Technician -

Certificate of Attendance/Completion (Disabled Individuals)

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