Ryan David Smith
Canton
Summary
Motivated leader with experience leading teams, mentoring team members, and marketing to help build growth. Skilled in building relationships and understanding the needs of others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to help build and grow relationships with employees and customers alike.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Recruiter | ERP Lead
Planet Technology (Formerly I.T. Works Recruitment
09.2017 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies accordingly.
- Trained junior recruiters on best practices for sourcing, interviewing, and candidate management.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
Algin Realty
Marketing Manager (Part-Time)
05.2015 - 01.2019
- Expanded clientele base through effective networking and relationship-building efforts.
- Demonstrated strong ethics and integrity within all aspects of work while adhering strictly to industry compliance standards.
- Streamlined client communication processes for improved customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local market trends to provide valuable insights to clients during consultations.
- Created and maintained Algin social media presence through LinkedIn, Instagram, facebook, magazines, and other marketing techniques focused on branding.
National Recruiting Director
Force Marketing
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Led cross-functional teams to exceed benchmarks for delivery, staying on top of challenging schedules with multiple competing timelines.
- Led all recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Account Manager
Randstad Technologies
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sale and service agreements.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to expand market share within the assigned territory.
- Consulted with clients after sales and contract signings to resolve problems and provide ongoing support.
- Developed and maintained long-term relationships with key clients for sustained growth.
- Recognized as a top performer among peers, consistently achieving high levels of customer satisfaction and retention rates.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
Branch Manager
TechniPower, Inc.
05.2010 - 01.2015
- Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Student Minister (Part-Time)
CenterPointe Church
08.2007 - 07.2009
- Led small group Bible studies to promote deeper understanding of scriptural texts and foster spiritual growth among attendees.
- Organized and led youth events and trips, leading high school and middle school participants to serve others through acts of kindness and service.
- Established partnerships with local non-profit organizations to create joint service opportunities benefiting both the congregation and wider community.
- Led Wednesday and Sunday night student programs and bible studies.
- Led worship services on Sundays when needed.
Student Pastor
Corinth Baptist Church
01.2004 - 07.2007
- Strengthened relationships among church members with consistent communication and followup.
- Facilitated weekly youth gatherings, by preaching the gospel and leading students into a closer relationship with Christ.
- Planned and developed Student event weekends, inviting other churches to attend and collaborating with other Student pastors in the area for joint participation.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts that provided necessary financial support for youth programming and events.
- Evaluated existing ministry programs regularly to identify areas of improvement or expansion opportunities.
- Mentored student leadership groups to enhance leadership among the student groups.
- Built partnerships with local schools and organizations to create impactful community service initiatives such as Prayer groups, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) events.
- Spoke at Youth events around the community to help lead others to Christ in events around the area.
- Assumed associate pastor responsibilities when Pastor was out.
- Baptized students and led baptism classes to students who wanted to pursue baptism after their faith decision for Christ.
Student Pastor
Rehoboth Baptist Church
12.2001 - 10.2003
- Increased student ministry attendance by developing outreach strategies and organizing special events.
- Facilitated weekly youth gatherings, creating a safe space for growth and knowledge in their relationship with Christ.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key student ministry leaders to carry out our student mission.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of student ministry.
- Baptized students and led baptismal classes for students after their decision in faith.
- Spoke at community outreach events and student events in the community.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities for students on Wednesday and Sundays.
- Organized Sunday morning student small groups to help facilitate spiritual growth.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and existing student members.
- Mentored students to lead in different aspects of the student ministry.
- Enhanced spiritual growth by implementing engaging youth programs and Bible studies.
Education
Business Administration
Union University
Jackson, TennesseeBusiness Administration
Georgia Military School
Athens, GeorgiaBusiness Administration
Piedmont College
Athens, GeorgiaHigh School Diploma -
Morgan County High School
Madison, Georgia05.2000
Skills
- Event Planning
- Employer Branding
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff Training and Development
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
Certification
- Certificate of License, The Gospel Ministry, 2003
- Certificate of Ordination, 2003
Timeline
Sr. Recruiter | ERP Lead
Planet Technology (Formerly I.T. Works Recruitment
09.2017 - Current
National Recruiting Director
Force Marketing
02.2016 - 09.2017
Algin Realty
Marketing Manager (Part-Time)
05.2015 - 01.2019
Account Manager
Randstad Technologies
01.2015 - 02.2016
Branch Manager
TechniPower, Inc.
05.2010 - 01.2015
Student Minister (Part-Time)
CenterPointe Church
08.2007 - 07.2009
Student Pastor
Corinth Baptist Church
01.2004 - 07.2007
Student Pastor
Rehoboth Baptist Church
12.2001 - 10.2003
Business Administration
Union University
Business Administration
Georgia Military School
Business Administration
Piedmont College
High School Diploma -
Morgan County High School
- Certificate of License, The Gospel Ministry, 2003
- Certificate of Ordination, 2003
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