Candice Connell Smith
About Candice Connell Smith
Candice Connell Smith is a Senior Manager in IT Project Management and Test Management at Benefitfocus, where she has worked since 2014. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Valdosta State University and an MBA from the University of Georgia, along with several certifications in process improvement and benefits administration.
Work at Benefitfocus
Candice Connell Smith has been serving as the Senior Manager of IT Project Management and Test Management at Benefitfocus since 2014. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing project delivery and ensuring quality across various initiatives. She collaborates with internal teams, including sales, customer support, and engineering, to address issues and enhance technology solutions. Her leadership focuses on developing team members through tailored development plans aimed at improving their functional skills and technical expertise.
Education and Expertise
Candice Connell Smith holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Valdosta State University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business. She has obtained several professional certifications, including Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Group Benefits Associate, Employee Benefits Specialist, and Retirement Plans Associate. These qualifications demonstrate her expertise in process improvement, benefits administration, and retirement planning.
Background
Before joining Benefitfocus, Candice Connell Smith held various positions in different organizations. She worked as the Director of On-Site Company Stores at Coggins Promotional Advertising from 2010 to 2011, managing five retail stores across locations in Savannah, GA, Dallas, TX, and Long Beach. Prior to that, she served as the Community Relations Director at Fred Williams Homebuilder, Inc. from 2009 to 2010 and as a Residential Construction Lending Portfolio Manager at Regions Financial Corporation from 2004 to 2008.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Candice Connell Smith has influenced multiple functional areas to implement best practice solutions, ensuring quality and consistency in project delivery. Her role at Benefitfocus includes developing team members and enhancing their skills, which contributes to the overall efficiency of the organization. Her certifications in group benefits and retirement planning further highlight her commitment to professional development and expertise in her field.