Michele E. Smith
About Michele E. Smith
Michele E. Smith serves as the Vice President of People at Bioenergy Devco, where she has worked since 2020, focusing on integrating human resources into business strategy. With over 25 years of experience in human resources and organization development, she has held various leadership roles in notable companies.
Work at Bioenergy Devco
Michele E. Smith serves as the Vice President of People at Bioenergy Devco since 2020. In this role, she partners with senior leaders and stakeholders to integrate human resources into the business strategy, aiming for operational excellence and growth. She leads the HR function at Bioenergy Devco, which specializes in anaerobic digestion facilities, focusing on sustainable waste management and renewable energy production. Michele aligns HR policies and practices with the company's vision, mission, and values to foster a high-performing culture and leverages her expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations to attract and retain a diverse workforce.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Bioenergy Devco, Michele E. Smith held several significant positions in human resources. She was the Vice President of Human Resources at Mattamy Homes from 2018 to 2020, and prior to that, she worked at JBG SMITH as Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Organization Development for 15 years. Michele also served as Vice President of Human Resources at B. F. Saul Company / Saul Centers REIT from 1999 to 2003, and at Chevy Chase Bank from 1992 to 1999. Her early career included a role as Human Resources Generalist for The Ryland Group from 1990 to 1992.
Education and Expertise
Michele E. Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts from Notre Dame of Maryland University. She furthered her education at The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School, where she earned a Master of Arts in Human Resources & Organization Development. With over 25 years of experience in human resources and organization development, Michele focuses on embedding HR into business strategy, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a high-performing workplace.
Founding Member at TroopHR
In addition to her role at Bioenergy Devco, Michele E. Smith is a Founding Member of TroopHR, a position she has held since 2021. This role reflects her commitment to advancing human resources practices and contributing to the development of innovative HR solutions. Her involvement in TroopHR complements her extensive experience in human resources and organization development.