Richard Smith

Richard Smith has a strong background in the solar energy industry, working in various leadership roles. Richard currently holds the position of President at SunSmart Roofing, which they started in 2020. In 2021, they also became President of SunSmart Engineering. Prior to that, Richard served as President of Solar Source from 2017 to the beginning of 2021. Richard was President of Universal Solar from 2015 to 2017. Before that, Richard worked at Solar Source as a Director from 2012 to 2015, where they were responsible for company rebranding, reorganization, and market expansion. Richard also served as President of Solar Source Canada from 2010 to 2013. Richard's solar career began at Superior Solar Systems, where they started as Vice President in 1999 and later became President from 2009 to 2010. Before entering the solar industry, they worked as a Regional Sales Manager at Hughes Supply from 1997 to 1999, driving regional sales activities in the wholesale building materials industry. Throughout their career, Richard has demonstrated strong leadership, expertise in sales and marketing, and a track record of bringing solar companies to top market positions.

Richard Smith's education history starts with their high school education at Palm Bay High School from 1988 to 1992. Richard then pursued further education at Eastern Florida State College from 1992 to 1994, where they obtained an Associate of Science degree in Liberal Arts.

Continuing their education, Richard attended the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College, although no specific start or end years were provided, and information about the degree and field of study is not available.

In addition to their formal education, Richard has obtained several certifications. These include being a Certified Building Energy Rater, a Florida State Certified Pool and Spa Contractor (obtained from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation), and a Florida State Certified Solar Energy Contractor. Richard has also achieved the distinction of being a NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) Certified Professional. However, details regarding the specific months and years of obtaining these certifications have not been provided.