Holly Smith
About Holly Smith
Holly Smith serves as a Senior Specialist in GIS Support at CenterPoint Energy, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in archaeology and extensive experience in GIS data management, she ensures data accuracy and supports business processes within the company.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Holly Smith has been employed at CenterPoint Energy as a Senior Specialist in GIS Support since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for maintaining both graphical and non-graphical data that are essential for business processes. Her work involves performing quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) to ensure accurate data entry and mitigate risks within the GIS systems. She utilizes various software tools, including ESRI ArcFM, GeoFields Facility Explorer, Maximo, and OnBase, to manage natural gas asset data effectively.
Previous Experience in GIS
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Holly Smith worked at Vectren Energy from 2017 to 2018 as a GIS Data Analyst. Prior to that, she held the position of GIS Technician - Primary Team Lead at Kelly Services, where she worked from 2015 to 2017. Her experience in these roles provided her with a strong foundation in GIS data management and analysis, contributing to her current expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Holly Smith studied at the University of Evansville, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Archaeology from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she attended Vincennes University, achieving an Associate of Science (AS) in Legal Assistant/Paralegal from 2002 to 2004. Her educational background in archaeology complements her technical skills in GIS, allowing her to approach data management with a unique perspective.
Internship Experience
In 2015, Holly Smith completed a four-month internship as a Collections/Registrar Intern at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science. This experience provided her with valuable insights into collections management and the importance of data accuracy in the context of historical and scientific artifacts.
Technical Skills and Tools
Holly Smith possesses a diverse skill set that includes expertise in various GIS software tools. She utilizes ESRI ArcFM, GeoFields Facility Explorer, Maximo, and OnBase in her daily operations at CenterPoint Energy. Her technical proficiency enables her to enhance process improvements and manage natural gas asset data effectively.