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Mar 04, 2022 | Employee PerspectivesGeneral
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Smith’s people power our success. Today on #EmployeeAppreciationDay, we celebrate our team member...
Our People
Smith’s people power our success.
For nearly forty years, Smith’s employees have been helping to build a foundation of excellence that makes us the leader in our field. They are the culture and identity of Smith and help shape our achievements and direction each day.
Life at Smith
Life at Smith is ambitious, global, and moves at the pace of the constantly evolving electronics industry. Every day, the Smith family gets opportunities to work with colleagues around the world while chasing entrepreneurial goals and helping keep our connected, modern world moving with vital components.
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How Do Our People Number Up?
Globally Fluent
Smith employees speak over 50 languages and dialects cumulatively.
Tenured and Expert
We have 44 teammates who have been with Smith more than 20 years.
Evolving and Inspired
During 2021, Smith welcomed 333 new hires across our global offices – an increase of 264% over 2020.
Company Distinctions
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#1 Houston Business Journal Largest Family-Owned Businesses
2021
Under the ownership of brothers Bob and Lee Ackerley, Smith has been named the largest family-owned business in the Houston area.
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#8 Houston Chronicle Best Private Companies
2021
As one of the largest private companies in Houston, Smith’s innovative vision has helped drive our success.
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Women in Supply Chain Award – Jennifer Kabbara
2021
Jennifer Kabbara, Smith’s Director of Global Sales, was presented with the Women in Supply Chain award in honor of her steadfast leadership and insightful mentorship within the semiconductor industry.
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Women in Supply Chain Award – Megan Pedigo
2021
Megan Pedigo, Director of Purchasing – Service/Peripherals, received the Women in Supply Chain award in recognition of her innovative approach to addressing complex supply chain challenges.
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Houston Business Journal Best Places to Work List
2021
Based exclusively on employee response, Smith was recognized as one of the best places to work in the greater Houston area, ranking #12 in the large business category.
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Houston Business Journal Outstanding Diversity Helping Hand
2021
Our longtime CSR partner, The HUB, nominated Smith in recognition of our dedication to the promotion and advancement of diversity and inclusion in our business operations and the community at large.
07
Houston Business Journal Healthiest Employer List
2019
Smith ranked #8 in the small and medium employers category, confirming our commitment to the health and wellness of our employees.
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Chief Learning Officer Learning Elite Bronze Award
2019
Our internal learning and development program was recognized for its ability to efficiently deploy business strategies that produce significant results.
Employee and Community Support
Benefits
Smith empowers our employees’ excellence by offering them a foundation of benefits that nurture and support their lives in and outside the office. From healthy PTO and work-life balance policies to progressive family/caretaker leave, we care for the whole person each employee is.
Giving Back
Smith’s support extends beyond just our employees – and they get to play a vital part in our work helping our local communities at all our offices around the world! We aid community organizations through volunteering opportunities, charitable giving, and food, book, and blood drives.
Hear From Our People
There is a lot to learn, and it’s a wonderful company to work for. Smith is also a big family; many of us have worked together side-by-side for years, and the camaraderie among us can’t be beat.
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