Payton Smith
About Payton Smith
Payton Smith is an Account Executive at Elation Health, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in finance and sales, with previous roles at Kohler Co. and Marine Credit Union.
Work at Elation Health
Payton Smith has been serving as an Account Executive at Elation Health since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing client relationships and ensuring project success through cross-functional collaboration. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Sales Development Representative for one month and as a Sales Development Representative for eleven months. During his tenure, he contributed to process improvements by leveraging data analytics and implementing creative business solutions.
Education and Expertise
Payton Smith holds two Bachelor's degrees in Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in financial principles. He possesses expertise in advanced software tools, including SAP, JDA, BPC, and ACL (Galvanize), which he utilizes for business process improvements.
Professional Background
Before joining Elation Health, Payton Smith worked at Kohler Co. as an Internal Auditor for three years, from 2018 to 2021. He also held the position of Associate Accounting Analyst for two months in 2018. Earlier in his career, he gained experience as a Financial Services Intern at Marine Credit Union for two years, from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he worked as a Head Bartender at Bowl Winkles from 2015 to 2017.
Career Progression
Payton Smith's career began with a role as a Financial Services Intern at Marine Credit Union, where he worked for two years. He then transitioned to Kohler Co., where he held multiple positions, including Internal Auditor and Associate Accounting Analyst. His experience in sales development at Elation Health reflects a strategic shift in his career towards client engagement and business development.