CAROLINA BUSINESS COACH - Key Persons


Andy Painter - COO, President

Job Titles:
  • COO
  • President

Harvey Smith - CEO, Founder

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • Founder
  • Business Coach
Since starting Carolina Business Coach in Charlotte, N.C., in 2003, Harvey Smith has worked with well over 2000 executives, entrepreneurs and organizations. What sets Harvey apart is 23 years of in-the-trenches experience in corporate America. Harvey brings to the coaching table his vast business expertise, an enviable set of street smarts, an innate sense of people, and an unwavering commitment to each client's success. Harvey Smith is certified as a Business Coach through the International Coach Federation and UNCC Charlotte's coaching certification program. Harvey is also a Certified Communication Coach, Certified Leadership Coach, Certified Career Management Coach, Certified Sales Coach, Certified Behavior Analyst, and Certified Values Analyst,. Harvey is past president and standing member of the International Coach Federation, Charlotte chapter. Harvey was a contributing columnist to the Charlotte Observer's Career Coach column from 2005-2007. He has been a Business Development instructor for the UNCC, Duke and NC State coaching certification programs. He is a Leadership Coach for the McColl School of Business at Queens University. Harvey is also an educational consultant to the Syracuse University entrepreneurship faculty.

Laurie Smith

Job Titles:
  • Certified Business & Life Coach
  • Certified Coach
Laurie Smith loves coaching because she helps people navigate change, like a tour guide on the rapids of a moving river.