Linda Smiley

Linda Smiley has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Linda most recently worked at iMethods as a Senior Healthcare IT Recruiter, where they were responsible for guiding hospitals through the challenges of implementing healthcare technology. Prior to that, they worked at Blissed Out Design as a Co-Founder, Director of Operations, and Design. Linda played a pivotal role in the personalized gift-making start-up, which sold its products in over 70 retail locations.

Before their entrepreneurial venture, Linda worked at The Art Institute of Jacksonville as an Assistant Director of Admissions. Linda was responsible for interviewing and recruiting potential students, meeting enrollment goals, and ensuring compliance. Linda also worked at EDMC-OHE/The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division as an Assistant Director of Admissions, where they assisted students in choosing online degree programs and facilitated their enrollment process.

Linda's earlier career includes managerial roles at Panera Bread, where they served as a General Manager overseeing a team of 12-15 employees, and at Enterprise Rent-A-Car as a Manager Assistant, where they assisted in the overall operation of the rental office.

Additionally, Linda gained marketing and sales experience at Instant Replay Video Productions as a Marketing and Account Representative. There, they created and designed marketing materials, established new accounts, and networked with potential customers.

Throughout their career, Linda has showcased their expertise in recruitment, operations management, admissions, and customer service.

Linda Smiley, CECP, has a diverse education history that includes certifications and degrees in various fields. In 2022-2023, Linda attended Discoverhealing.com where they obtained their certification as a Certified Emotion Code Practitioner (CECP), specializing in Muscle Testing. Before that, from 2010 to 2011, Linda pursued a Master's Degree at The Art Institutes in Design and Media Management. In 2002-2003, they also attended The Art Institutes, focusing on Photography but did not receive a degree during that time. Linda's academic journey began at PennWest Clarion from 1996 to 2000, where they earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communications.