Christen Marie Smith
About Christen Marie Smith
Christen Marie Smith serves as the Vice President of Federal Health and Civilian Market at LMI, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in economics and public health, she has held various roles at LMI and other organizations, contributing to strategies for federal health engagement.
Current Role at LMI
Christen Marie Smith serves as the Vice President of the Federal Health and Civilian Market at LMI, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees LMI's engagement with federal healthcare and civilian government missions. She focuses on enhancing the management and delivery of solutions tailored to these sectors. Smith plays a key role in aligning LMI's services with the evolving needs of federal healthcare and civilian agencies, ensuring that the organization remains responsive to the demands of these markets.
Previous Experience at LMI
Prior to her current role, Christen Marie Smith held multiple positions at LMI. She worked as a Program Manager from 2014 to 2017, focusing on Organizational and Human Capital Solutions. Smith also served as a Consultant and Public Policy Fellow from 2012 to 2014, and as a Program Director from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she was the Vice President of Management Advisory Services from 2018 to 2020. Throughout her tenure, she has been instrumental in developing strategies for federal health and civilian market engagement.
Educational Background
Christen Marie Smith earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health Science from Clemson University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. She also holds a Master in Public Affairs (MPA) from Princeton University, where she focused on Economics and Public Policy, Health, and Health Policy, studying from 2010 to 2012. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in health policy and management.
Internship Experience
Christen Marie Smith has gained valuable experience through various internships. In 2011, she interned with The Global Fund in Geneva, Switzerland, as part of the Strategic Information Team. In 2006, she worked as an intern with USAID in the Africa Bureau, Health Team, focusing on HIV/AIDS in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she interned at the Center for Health Care Strategies, Inc. in 2012, contributing to the Equity Initiative. These internships have contributed to her expertise in health and policy.
International Experience
Christen Marie Smith has international experience, having served as a Community Health/HIV Advisor with the United States Peace Corps in Debremarkos, Amhara Region, Ethiopia, from 2007 to 2009. This role involved working directly with communities to address health issues, particularly related to HIV/AIDS. Her work in Ethiopia has informed her understanding of global health challenges and strategies.