D'anna Smith
About D'anna Smith
D'anna Smith is a Talent Operations Manager at Synovus, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in HR and project management, having held various roles at Synovus and other organizations, and actively participates in community service through the American Heart Association.
Work at Synovus
D'anna Smith has held multiple positions at Synovus over a span of several years. She began her tenure as a Business Analyst from 2001 to 2005, followed by a role as Project Manager for eight months in 2005 to 2006. After a brief period as Senior IT Manager in 2012, she transitioned to HR Program Management Manager from 2006 to 2012. Since 2017, she has been serving as the Talent Operations Manager, where she focuses on improving the recruiting process and enhancing the candidate experience. Her responsibilities include leading project management efforts for system implementations and upgrades, as well as supporting audit requests related to talent operations.
Education and Expertise
D'anna Smith completed her education at Shaw High School, where she studied Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from 1989 to 1993, earning an Academic Diploma. Her educational background provides a foundation for her expertise in talent operations and project management. Throughout her career, she has developed skills in process documentation, collaboration with HR partners, and continuous improvement of recruiting processes and technology infrastructure.
Background
D'anna Smith has a diverse background in human resources and project management. Before her current role at Synovus, she worked at ADP as a Service Delivery Manager for six months in 2013. She also served as a United Way Loaned Executive from 2011 to 2012. Her involvement in various organizations reflects her commitment to community service and professional development.
Achievements
D'anna Smith has made significant contributions to the American Heart Association, where she has been a Board Member since 2013. She was recognized as the Top Walker in 2014 and served as the Heart Ball Auction Chair in 2015. Additionally, she held the position of Board Chair for the organization from 2016 to 2017. Her leadership roles in these initiatives demonstrate her dedication to community health and engagement.