Jeff Smith

Jeff Smith is an executive coach, facilitator, speaker, author and consultant on topics including: leadership development, strategic planning, change leadership, succession planning, engagement,  serving leadership, culture change and strategic organizational planning and development. Working for Capital One and Carilion Clinic, Jeff brings over 25 years of experience working as an executive in human resources and operations roles leading: operations, human resources, and merger and acquisition efforts. 

Jeff is passionate about growing leaders and helping people maximize their best talents. This passion was why Jeff started Fortify Leadership Group and Voltage Leadership Consulting, and that is why he has influenced countless leaders.

Jeff graduated cum laude with a BBA from James Madison University (Go Dukes) in management and history. He also holds a MA from George Washington University in Human Resource Development. Additionally, Jeff graduated from Georgetown University with an Executive Coaching and Leadership Certificate and became a Fellow of the Advisory Board in 2006.  He earned his Professional Coach Certification through the International Coaching Federation.

Jeff is devoted to his wife Beth and their 4 children. In his spare time, Jeff follows JMU Sports, the Atlanta Braves, and trains for and runs in marathons.