Candice Cole-Smith, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
As CEO, Candice leads with a strong academic foundation, holding a BS in Business Administration from Concordia and an MBA from Cardinal Stritch University. When she isn’t driving our mission forward, she can be found exploring the world through travel or immersing herself in the fine arts— specifically music and poetry.
Candice Cole-Smith is a LEAN-certified business transformation executive with 19 years of leadership experience across non-profit, healthcare, automotive, and banking industries. She is recognized for her accuracy, attention to detail, and timely management of financial, operational, and personnel functions. Candice excels in navigating complex situations, developing actionable plans, and leading collaborative teams. Her strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills enable
her to build rapport across all levels of an organization.