Ted A. Smith III

Director

Phoenix, AZ

I believe there is a high level of human potential in everyone. I seek to unlock that potential through understanding the person and leading them to solutions that increase performance and well-being.

My Experience

30 years in Human Capital management and executive leadership, including Fortune 100, middle market, and start-ups
25 years coaching executives and managers to actualize their innate talent and experience to maximize their contribution to their organizations and communities
Executive-level experience as Vice President Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer
Experience with mergers and acquisitions, business unite re-engineering, succession planning, workforce planning, DE&I, organizational development, and talent acquisition
Consultant and advisor to companies throughout the U.S.

Industries Served

Industrial controls
Aerospace
Financial services
Telematics software – SaaS
Worker’s compensation insurance

My Coach Approach

“Seeking first to understand and then to be understood,” as Stephen R. Covey said, by being a good listener
Focusing on strengths
Identifying relevant options that emerge through collaborative conversations
Giving advice based on my business and life experiences that encourages my client to maximize their strengths and sharpen their skills in their areas of opportunity

My Qualifications

M.B.A. studies at University of Phoenix
M.S. Industrial Safety Management, University of Central Missouri
B.S. Industrial Safety, Marketing Minor, University of Central Missouri
Six Sigma Green Belt

About Me

Spending time with my immediate and extended family is always a priority
I’m an avid basketball and football fan — go Denver Broncos and Phoenix Suns!
I love to travel, especially where there is a great beach

I’m Known As

A leader
A family man
Service-minded
Positive attitude
Solutions-focused

Why I Coach

As a former college and professional athlete, I have experienced the value of coaching in my own life. I am passionate about imparting that same feeling of growth and success into others. I’m truly inspired to see the progress and life-changing evidence in the people that I coach.