David Smith

David Smith is an experienced educator and operations manager with a diverse background in both teaching and technical leadership. Currently serving as a World Geography teacher at VR Eaton HS and a Teaching Professional at Northwest ISD since 2022, David transitioned to education after a successful tenure in various operational roles. Previous positions include Director of NOC Operations at GDT, Director of Operations at KDDI America, and Senior Manager at IBM, where David focused on optimizing cloud services and managing global teams. David's foundation in technology and management was established during time at Verizon Enterprise Solutions and Citigroup, where leadership in global support services and technical operations was a key focus. Academic credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management from DeVry University and ongoing professional development through iteachTEXAS.