Professional of the Year - Government/Grant Writing

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Brooke A. Smith

Title: Grants- Legislative Liaison
Industry: Government
Type of Organization: County Government
Major Product/Service: Researching, developing, and securing funding, both at the state and federal levels, that align with strategic goals and priorities. Cultivating strong relationships with funding agencies and fosters intergovernmental collaboration, bringing critical resources to priority projects.
Expertise: Brooke is responsible for all aspects of grant management, freelance writing, and educational consulting services.
Geographic Area of Distribution: Local
Affiliations: Florida Housing Coalition; F.A.P.A.
University/Degree: ES-D, Leadership, American College of Education; M.A., Literacy, American College of Education; B.S., Wellness Leadership, University of South Florida
Hobbies/Sports: Rodeo, reading, art, digital design
Spouse: Jonathan Smith
Married: 12/31/2013
Children: Reese, Braxton, Bauer, Beckham
Work History: Private Gym Owner, Professional Soccer Player, VP of B3R Sports, LLC., Educational Consultant and Tutor, Educator (all grade levels), College Professor, American Heart Association Program Consultant, Freelance Journalist, and Paralegal
Career Accomplishments: Division I/Professional Soccer Player, Secured and Managed Millions in Grant Funding, and Teacher of the Year Multiple Times