Brigette Smith
About Brigette Smith
Brigette Smith serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition for North America at Onward Technologies Limited, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in engineering account management and a degree in History from Grand Valley State University, she specializes in talent acquisition and recruitment for engineering and manufacturing roles.
Work at Onward Technologies
Brigette Smith has been with Onward Technologies Limited since 2021, serving in multiple roles including Director of Talent Acquisition for North America and Senior Manager of National Accounts. In her current position as Director, she oversees talent acquisition strategies, focusing on recruiting for engineering, manufacturing, and support staff roles. Her role involves managing recruitment processes and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Additionally, she has held the position of National Account Manager since 2020, where she has contributed to the management of key client accounts.
Education and Expertise
Brigette Smith earned a Bachelor of Science degree in History from Grand Valley State University, where she studied from 2001 to 2009. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing talent acquisition and recruiting within engineering and manufacturing sectors. She possesses strong skills in coordination and administration, particularly in culturally diverse environments. Her extensive experience in recruitment and account management has equipped her with the ability to achieve organizational goals through effective planning and communication.
Background
Brigette Smith has a diverse professional background in account management and recruitment. Before joining Onward Technologies, she worked at Detroit Engineered Products as an Engineering Account Manager for six months in 2017-2018. She also served as an Account Manager at LHP Engineering Solutions from 2018 to 2020 and as a Technical Recruiter - Account Manager at RGBSI from 2014 to 2017. Earlier in her career, she was an Account Executive at Tri-Chem Corporation from 2011 to 2013. This varied experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Professional Experience Timeline
Brigette Smith's professional journey includes several key roles over the years. She began her career as a Full-Time Student at Grand Valley State University from 2001 to 2009. After completing her education, she worked as an Account Executive at Tri-Chem Corporation from 2011 to 2013, followed by a position as a Technical Recruiter - Account Manager at RGBSI from 2014 to 2017. She then transitioned to LHP Engineering Solutions as an Account Manager from 2018 to 2020, before joining Onward Technologies in 2021, where she has held multiple positions.