Hi, I'm Steven A. Smith
Strategic Negotiator · Crisis Advisor · Coalition Builder
Accomplished leader with demonstrated success achieving creative solutions for complex problems in the public and private sector. I secure funding and human capital to deliver critical outcomes where stakes are high and resources are limited.
🏅 AI Empowered Leader — Cincy AI Week 2026
About Me
I am a strategic leader with experience across government, private sector, and nonprofit organizations. I bring people together to solve hard problems, build consensus, and deliver results that matter.
What I Do
Strategic Negotiation
High-stakes dealmaking and conflict resolution across sectors.
Crisis Advisory
Rapid response and leadership during organizational uncertainty.
Coalition Building
Bringing diverse stakeholders together to achieve shared goals.
Experience
Independent Consultant
Advising organizations on strategy, crisis response, and stakeholder engagement.
Senior Leader — Public Sector
Managed cross-functional teams and delivered complex policy initiatives.
Certifications
AI Empowered Leader
Cincy AI Week 2026
Applied AI leadership and strategic implementation.
Advanced Negotiation
Harvard Program on Negotiation
High-stakes negotiation and conflict resolution.