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Kim Smith

Title
Staff Representative
Company
United Steelworkers
Industry
Other
City
Summerville
State/Province
South Carolina
Country
United States
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About me

I provide representation in union facilities that promote collaborative working relationships between the union and the company. I am also an Evangelist at Haven Institute Ministries. 

About my company

The United Steelworkers is North America's largest industrial union. We are made up of 1.2 million members  and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. We proudly represent men and women who work in nearly every industry there is. Our members are leaders in your communities, in your work places, in our governments and more. We have a presence in the United Kingdom, Ireland, England, Scotland, Mexico and many other places around the world.

Haven Institute Ministry is built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, our Lord & Savior. Our ministry's vision and mission is to raise up a Spiritual Army, Empowered to fulfill the “Great Commission” and preparing the hearts of the people for the return of the Lord in Kingdom Truths Locally, Nationally and through out the Nations.

I chose this career path because

I started as a staff representative and became a union representative, which gave me the opportunity to embrace the political and educational aspects while facilitating needed change.

I prepared for this career by

  • Haven Covenant Seminary and Bible College

    Master’s Degree

    Field Of Study - Counseling Psychology

  • Haven Covenant Seminary and Bible CollegeHaven Covenant Seminary and Bible College

    Master’s Degree

    Field Of Study - Theology/Theological Studies

  • Harvard University

    Certificate, Labor Studies

  • University of Phoenix

    Bachelor's degree

    Field Of Study - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

  • University of Phoenix

    Associate of Science

    Field Of Study - Business Administration, Management and Operations

The biggest challenge I've overcome

The biggest challenge for me has been hanging my voice heard and establishing myself as leader in a male dominated field, made up of predominantly middle aged, white men.

My greatest strength(s)

I have the ability to lead, persuade, educate and train others to empower themselves.

My greatest accomplishment to date

I am fortunate and blessed in that I have have been presented many great opportunities in my life, but my greatest accomplishment is my family. Second to that, I am very proud of myself for obtaining my master's degree in Theology. 

My personal/professional goals

My goal is to complete my Doctorate by 2018 and open my own business.  I envision opening a center for women to educate, mentor and empower them.  I would also like to develop a partnership that would help inmates regain their positions in society through education and employment opportunities.

What/Who has inspired me the most

My inspiration has been the vision of change for partnerships, team building and bringing longevity to the workforce.

I most want to be known/remembered for

I want to be remembered for my love of all people and enriching the lives of others with inspiration.

I participate in the following organizations/memberships

I participate in CIRT - United Way funding and I am an Evangelist at Haven Institute Ministries.

I enjoy the following hobbies/interests

I enjoy vacationing and traveling with my husband and spending time with my grandchildren; Bowling and skating are some new activities I share with them!

You can find me on these places

http://www.haveninstituteministry.org/

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