Katie Smith, SHRM-CP

Katie Smith, SHRM-CP, has a comprehensive and diverse work experience in the field of human resources. Most recently, they served as the Vice President of Human Resources at FirstClose, starting in April 2022. Prior to that, from December 2019 to April 2022, they held the position of Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Sonim Technologies. In this role, they were a member of the Executive Team and managed the HR function for over 500 employees across multiple countries.

Throughout their career, Katie has demonstrated their ability to handle complex employee relations issues and provide strategic guidance to the leadership team. Katie has also excelled in talent acquisition, successfully hiring candidates to meet the company's recruiting goals. In addition, they have played a key role in implementing cost-cutting strategies and optimizing benefits programs.

Before joining Sonim Technologies, Katie gained experience as a Human Resources Manager at Impact Fire Services from May 2019 to November 2019. Prior to that, they worked as the Director of Human Resources/Human Resources Business Partner at Xplore Technologies from 2014 to March 2019. Earlier in their career, they served as the Manager of Operations/Human Resources at ILM from 2001 to 2013, Project & Event Coordinator at Bishops Court Ltd. from 2000 to 2001, and Manager of Operations/Assistant to Senior V.P. at Colesce Couture International from 1998 to 2000.

Overall, Katie Smith's extensive work experience showcases their expertise in various aspects of human resources, including talent management, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.

Katie Smith, SHRM-CP, obtained their Bachelor of Science (BS) in Healthcare Administration from Texas State University. In February 2018, they also earned the certification of SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) from SHRM.