Adam Smith

Adam Smith has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries. Their most recent role was as a Research and Development Production Manager at Terradepth, starting in April 2022. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Mechanical Technician at the same company from August 2021 to April 2022.

Before their time at Terradepth, Adam was the Head Brewer and Owner of Smitty's Brewing, a part-time brewery business they started in October 2015. In this role, they handled all aspects of the business, including research and development, purchasing, supply chain management, production, marketing, sales, and distribution.

Adam also worked at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, where they held multiple roles. Adam started as a Marine Machinery Mechanic in September 2016 and was later promoted to Lead Test Engineer in February 2017. In these roles, they supervised various tests and repairs on submarine systems to ensure they were safe for shipyard repairs.

Additionally, Adam worked as an HVAC Technician at Chugach Alaska Corporation in July 2016, where they installed, maintained, diagnosed, and repaired heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

In May 2016, Adam was a Plumber Apprentice at UA26 Plumbers & Steamfitters - UA Local 26, where they learned and completed residential and commercial plumbing installation and repair.

Adam's earliest work experience was in the US Navy, where they served for two decades. Adam held various positions, including Machinist Mate First Class (Aux)(Submarines), Maintenance and Material Manager, Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, and Safety Officer. In these roles, they worked on nuclear submarines, managing and maintaining auxiliary equipment and systems, training and overseeing crews, and ensuring safety and quality standards were met.

Adam Smith earned a Bachelor's Degree in Science Workforce Education & Development from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where they studied from 2000 to 2021. Prior to that, they obtained an Associate's Degree in General Studies from American Military University, where they studied from 2008 to 2016. In terms of additional certifications, they completed a course on "Pitching Yourself" offered by Jodi Glickman through LinkedIn in November 2020. Adam also holds the MACS CFC-12 certification from MACS, which they obtained in May 1996, as well as the CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing Certificate Verification from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which they obtained in May 1994. Additionally, they hold a Micro Brewery License from Washington State, although the specific date of acquisition is not provided.