R Willis SmithA degree in communications and a love of human interaction have always influenced R. Willis Smith's personal and professional life. A devoted "people watcher" fascinated with human behavior, Smith has always been driven to more deeply understand how e all work together, play together, and exist together.Smith began working as a communications specialist in the utility software business in 1994 when he joined Central Service Association in Tupelo, Mississippi. He later moved into marketing and eventually accepted the role of Chief Business Development Officer for the company in 2009. In the summer of 2022, Smith embarked on a new journey. Utilizing his experience, industry knowledge, personal connections, and love of the public utility industry, Smith created RWSmith Education, Training, and Consulting (RWSmith ETC, LLC). Focusing on education, training, and consulting primarily in the utility sector, the business is now affiliated with several professional development and consulting firms offering training and expertise in employee education and training, strategic planning, renewable energy, and more.Married for over 34 years to his best friend and owner of the RWSmith ETC, Lisa, they have one adult child and are big fans of their newly established "empty nest." A published fiction author, Smith loves college sports - especially Mississippi State University football and baseball - reading, golf, woodworking, travel, and cooking. Read More Read Less