Lorri Smiley

Lorri Smiley is an experienced specialist in the non-profit sector, currently serving as the Student Engagement and Awards Administrator at the Materials Research Society since December 2000. In this role, Lorri engages with the global scientific community to support various programs, including MRS Awards, MRS Women in Materials Science & Engineering, MRS University Chapters, and the MRS Meetings’ Career Fair. Previously, Lorri held the position of Sales Coordinator in the Advertising & Exhibits Department, managing career center events and pre-meeting marketing at bi-annual meetings. Lorri also served as the National Key Account Sales Manager at Emess Lighting from March 1993 to January 1999, overseeing key accounts and independent agencies for the company. Earlier experience includes serving as Assistant to the Executive Vice President at Reference Metals from January 1985 to February 1993. Lorri is an alumnus of Community College of Beaver County.