SMITH GLOBAL SERVICES UK - Key Persons
Currently, Art is focused on process improvement as it pertains to running our state-of-the-art operations hubs even more efficiently.
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- in 2017 As a Credit Analyst
- Named Smith 's Vice President of Credit
- Vice President of Credit
"Smith's commitment to personalized service is one of the factors that differentiates us," said Charlene. "Our steady hand and focus on connection help to deepen our partnerships with our global customers as we continue to build upon Smith's exceptional financial strength."
Charlene joined Smith in 2017 as a credit analyst at our European headquarters in Amsterdam. She was named Director of Credit in 2020 and relocated to our world headquarters in Houston before being named to her current role in 2023. Her ability to identify and mitigate potential business concerns helps make sure Smith continues to grow and make strategic deals with our customers.
In her free time, Charlene enjoys repainting the walls in her home at least once a year.
Charlene will lead Smith's credit team and spearhead process-improvement initiatives Houston, TX ...
Becoming the industry leader in Asia - that's Choon's top priority as chairman of our Asia offices.
His method? To both lead and support, and, at the crux of it, to motivate. "You have to have a clear idea of what you want to accomplish and have unwavering focus to get there," he said.
Choon Byun's path to his current role is one that has taken him around the globe. Choon joined Smith in Houston as a purchasing agent in 1997, and then moved to sales before transferring to Hong Kong in 1998.
In 2000, he relocated to Seoul, Korea, where he opened a new office and served as Managing Director. Choon opened Smith's Shanghai office in 2004 and was appointed Vice President, Northeast Asia in 2005. He was named President, Asia-Pacific in 2012, and Chairman of Asia in 2021.
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- Vice President of Global Trading Support
Continuous improvement is the name of the game for Don.
As our business grows and evolves, Don is there to find new ways to help everything run smoother.
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- in 2004 As a Procurement Representative
- Vice President, China
As Vice President, China, Gordon supports Smith's China-based offices in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing and leads they company's growth and development initiatives in the country's rapidly evolving electronics market.
"Since opening our first office in China nearly two decades ago, our increase in market share has grown exponentially, and our strong customer relationships have positioned Smith for even greater success in the years to come," Gordon said.
Gordon joined Smith in 2004 as a Procurement Representative and helped to open the Shanghai office. He was promoted to Purchasing Manager in 2008 and relocated to open the Shenzhen office, where he was named General Manager in 2009. He returned to Shanghai in 2016 and was named Managing Director two years later before taking on his current role in 2022.
In his free time, Gordon can often be found traveling overseas with his wife and son, enjoying international cuisines, or golfing - a pastime he finds both challenging and rewarding, much like his work at Smith.
Gordon will support Smith's expansion and strategic partnerships in the Chinese market Houston, T...
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- Director of Global Sales
- President, Americas
Enthusiasm for the task at hand is what inspires Jennifer. "I see opportunities for growth and development within myself and for Smith as an organization every day," she said.
As Director of Global Sales, Jennifer puts more than 25 years of experience and inspiration into action. Her goal is to give Smith a competitive advantage by continuing to look for ways to maximize the company's broad offerings.
"We have so much talent at every level that we should be asking ourselves how we can create a system that yields the most opportunities that will return the maximum benefit for Smith's customers by bringing out each individual's most impactful abilities," Jennifer said.
Beyond that, she is focused on making sure that Smith's diverse trading force continues to lead the industry with critical market information and that they are out in front of new engagement tools that customers want to use.
"Smith is not a thing; it is its people," Jennifer said. "Watching people develop into difference-makers for Smith after taking advantage of information and opportunities we helped facilitate is so rewarding."
Jennifer has been with Smith since 1994, joining immediately after her graduation from Texas A&M University. She started as an international sales rep before being promoted first to Training Manager and then to Trading Floor Manager. In 2004, she became the Director of Trading Operations before being named Trader Development Manager in 2007. She stepped into her current role in 2021.
Jennifer will spearhead the company's strategic initiatives for growth and innovation Houston, TX...
Jennifer Kabbara was presented with the Women in Supply Chain award in honor of her steadfast leadership and insightful mentorship within the semiconductor industry.
For Kent, working hard and working smart are just as important as working together.
For Lee, it's all about keeping people happy. Everything is constantly changing - except for Smith's business relationships and integrity.
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- Vice President of Learning and Development
Marc Barnhill was named a Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive in honor of his exemplary and steadfast leadership.
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- Chief Globalization Officer
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- Chief Administrative Officer
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- Director of Purchasing - Service / Peripherals, Received the Women in Supply Chain Award in Recognition of Her Innovative Approach to Addressing Complex Supply Chain Challenges
- Vice President of Global Supply Chain Assurance
Megan Pedigo, Director of Purchasing - Service/Peripherals, received the Women in Supply Chain award in recognition of her innovative approach to addressing complex supply chain challenges.
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- Chief Information Officer
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- Vice President of Global Business Development
Robert's passion for sustainability, technology, and developing homegrown IT solutions keeps Smith and his other enterprises always fresh, always growing.
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- Vice President of Global Purchasing
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- Named Supply & Demand Chain Executive Pros to Know 2024
The award recognizes exemplary members of leadership in the supply chain industry
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- Senior Vice President of Operations and Quality, APAC
Thuy Tran - Chief Risk Officer
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- President of Global Business Development
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- Vice President of Global Purchasing