Sarah (Faith) Smith
About Sarah (Faith) Smith
Sarah (Faith) Smith serves as the Senior Vice President at Porter Novelli, where she leads global reputation management and sustainability communications for the Almond Board of California. With a background in food, agriculture, and sustainability communications, she has held various roles in notable companies and holds advanced degrees from Boston University and the University of Rhode Island.
Current Role at Porter Novelli
Sarah (Faith) Smith serves as Senior Vice President at Porter Novelli, a position she has held since 2013. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, she has over a decade of experience in public relations and communications. In her current role, she focuses on leading strategic initiatives that enhance brand reputation and drive consumer engagement.
Previous Experience in Public Relations
Prior to her tenure at Porter Novelli, Smith worked at Weber Shandwick as a Group Manager from 2010 to 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts. During this time, she developed and executed communication strategies for various clients. She also held the position of Senior Account Executive at The Castle Group from 2008 to 2010, where she managed client relationships and contributed to campaign development.
Educational Background
Smith earned her Master of Liberal Arts in Gastronomy from Boston University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design from the University of Rhode Island, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background supports her expertise in food and agriculture communications.
Expertise in Sustainability Communications
Smith has developed a strong expertise in food, agriculture, and sustainability communications. She leads global reputation management and sustainability communications programs for the Almond Board of California, overseeing initiatives across multiple countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy. Additionally, she manages consumer marketing and digital programs for the Almond Board in North America.
Early Career Experience
Before entering public relations, Smith gained experience in the retail sector as a Senior Allocation Analyst at The TJX Companies, Inc. from 2006 to 2007. She also worked as a Marketing Associate at ShazzleMail for eight months in 2007. These roles provided her with foundational skills in marketing and analytics.