Gregory P. Smith

Gregory P. Smith is a Talent Management Consultant and Executive Coach who delivers high-energy motivational presentations designed to inspire and transform businesses into great places to work that attract, retain, and motivate people to their full potential. He combines story and strategy to teach audiences how to create high-performance organizations that lead change, growth, and innovation.

As the founder and Lead Navigator of Chart Your Course International, Smith is recognized as a leading authority on talent management, leadership development, employee engagement, and retention. He assists executives and business owners in accelerating individual and organizational performance and navigating through increasing rates of change. His approach emphasizes the creative engagement of employees, enhancing overall performance and driving organizational success. Smith's sessions are crafted to boost performance, enhance employee engagement, and foster a positive workplace culture. He has also addressed unique management challenges in family-owned businesses, providing guidance on succession planning and conflict reduction.

Smith's extensive background includes service as a U.S. Army Officer and a senior consultant for the Army Surgeon General, focusing on innovation, quality management, and strategic planning for the U.S. Army Medical Department. He has designed professional development programs for a diverse range of companies, including Yamaha, Lexis-Nexis, AFLAC, Hallmark Cards, Riverside Auto Group, Sony, Deloitte, Bobcat, Kaiser Permanente, AT&T, Turner Broadcasting, AstraZeneca, Delta Airlines, Ace Hardware, and Honda. His insights have been shared through over 350 articles and multiple books, including the best-selling "Fired Up! Leading Your Organization to Achieve Exceptional Results." Smith has been featured in numerous media outlets and has appeared on platforms like Bloomberg Business News and PBS television. He resides in Chapel Hill, NC.