VJ Smith

Best-Selling Author, Former Fortune 100 Manager, Alumni Director

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VJ Smith Biography

V.J. Smith has been a professional speaker for more than twenty years, captivating audiences across the United States with over 2,500 presentations. He is also a published author, known for his best-selling book "The Richest Man in Town."

Smith's expertise in public speaking is recognized nationally; he was a two-time finalist in Toastmasters International's “World's Championship of Public Speaking.” His engaging speaking style is complemented by his extensive management experience, including twenty-five years in various roles at a Fortune 100 company and a mid-sized university. This blend of corporate and academic leadership informs his insightful presentations on personal and professional development.

A 1978 graduate of South Dakota State University, Smith's career includes significant roles at Allied Signal Aerospace Company and later at his alma mater as Assistant Athletic Director and Executive Director of the SDSU Alumni Association. He resigned from SDSU in January 2007 to focus on his speaking career. His signature talk, "The Richest Man in Town," highlights the profound impact of kindness and respect in everyday interactions. Other popular topics he covers include "Replenishing the O-Zone," focusing on the importance of listening skills, and "Exceptional is as Exceptional Does," which draws from his management experience to discuss the qualities of standout employees.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/08/2023.

VJ Smith Videos

  • MWSB Showcase 2014 - VJ Smith - YouTube
    V.J. Smith is a professional speaker and published author. He graduated from South Dakota State University in 1978 and spent the decade of ...
  • V.J. Smith Author of The Richest Man in Town - YouTube
    V.J. Smith, a professional speaker and author of The Richest Man in Town, talks about the impact of the book.
  • VJ Smith Professional Speaker / Author of The Richest Man in Town
    V.J. Smith, professional speaker and author of The Richest Man in Town, provides excerpts on the various topics he addresses in his speeches.

VJ Smith Books

  • The Richest Man in Town
    The Richest Man in Town

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VJ Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book VJ Smith for your event is available upon request. VJ Smith generally travels from Brookings, SD, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robert Cialdini, John Wood, Garrison Wynn, Mark Sanborn and Afterburner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling VJ Smith for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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