Small Business Awards 2023 | 9 March 2025 | 9 Furthermore, for anyone struggling with societal acceptance, Dr. Smith’s book, Erasing the Line in the Sand: Navigating Societal Acceptance from the perspective of a former USAF Thunderbirds First Sergeant & Combat, is available on Amazon for purchase. You can learn much more about the seamless transition from approval addiction to finding acceptance from within, especially for those leaving the military to integrate back into life as a civilian. Jimmy Farris, Former NFL Super Bowl Champion said: “Dr. Mike Smith’s book is a deep dive into the important issue of societal acceptance, what it is, how and why it impacts quality of life, and how we can break free. Dr. Mike draws his conclusions from research, not simply theory or opinion. This book is an important read for anyone struggling with acceptance, particularly veteran and former service members struggling to transition back into civilian life. Erasing the Line in The Sand is an easy, enjoyable read. Kudos to Dr. Mike for the excellent book!” With his wealth of experiences and unique way of communicating, teaching, and unifying others, Dr. Mike is truly making waves for executives and their teams to create meaningful change through intentional actions. Contact Dr. Smith today for more information on how you can create a legacy culture for yourself. Contact: Dr. Mike Smith Company: Smith Research & Development, LLC Website: https://docmikesmith.com/ On a mission to help bring alignment, clarity and hope to individuals & organizations by passing on his years of experience & knowledge, Dr. Mike Smith continues to make a positive impact on individuals and organizations across numerous, global industries. With regards to coaching executives and organizations, Dr. Smith knows how important it is to build a relationship founded on trust. He said: “The HR/Employment area is something that I had the opportunity of falling into early in my military career, and I have just always been actively engaged in some aspect of it. The thing that truly keeps me connected with this field is the human behavior element of individuals within organizations.” Dr. Smith’s clear skill with aiding and uniting people has helped countless individuals to flourish in the workplace – and by default, outside of their careers. He shared: “We spend so much time at work that it should be a place where we actually feel what I call the 2 B’s – Belief and Belonging. And when I have the opportunity to be involved in a collaborative effort with leaders and organizations who truly desire to dive into creativity, excellence, and innovation so that they are the best they can be, that’s where I thrive. I absolutely love helping organizations create legacy inspired cultures fueled by legacy driven leaders.” Dr. Smith has led a distinguished career path throughout various roles and achievements. With 26 years in the US military, including his final 3 years as the First Sergeant of the elite world renowned USAF Thunderbirds behind him, he then spent the next 10 years as a senior corporate leader in Berkshire Hathaway Energy. He also gained a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology with a specialization in Leadership Development & Coaching, which is something that has influenced the way he guides others. He has his ICF PCC credential, was selected for inclusion in the prestigious publication Marquis Who’s-Who 2024, and has recently been crowned as Corporate Visions’ Executive Coach of the Year 2025 (Nevada). Bruce Serbin, 8 Time Award Winning Publicist said: “Dr. Mike Smith is the real deal when it comes to leadership expertise. I’ve watched him speak on stage and be interviewed many times on television, and he offers real-world perspective and solid advice from his time in the military and as a top executive coach. “He’s smart and relatable, and he’s definitely someone you want in your corner whether you’re trying to grow your business or navigate difficult times. What’s even better is in addition to his knowledge and insights into leadership, he’s also one of the nicest, most humble and down to earth people you’ll ever meet.” With a unique and diverse background, now serving others through professional coaching and consulting on a global scale, Dr. Mike Smith is a shining example of someone who is devoted to helping others. We’re proud to award Dr. Smith with his esteemed title and thrilled to hear more from him as he wins Executive Coach of the Year 2025 (Nevada) from us at Corporate Vision. From Serving His Country to Saving the Workplace
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