Loren Smith

Loren Smith is an experienced HR professional with a strong track record in employee engagement and retention. Currently serving as an HR-Employee Engagement Specialist at Price Industries since September 2022, Loren has successfully increased employee retention by 20% within 18 months while managing an engagement and wellness budget exceeding $800K. Prior to this role, Loren was a Human Resources Generalist at Scuf Gaming, where a remarkable employee retention improvement of 42% and a 94% reduction in temp/agency staffing were achieved. Earlier career experiences include positions as Account Manager at TradeSTAR, Inc., where promotions were earned rapidly, and as On Site Manager at Axiom Staffing Group, where a successful referral program significantly boosted monthly referrals. Additional roles encompass support functions at Wayne Farms LLC and a leadership position at Bed Bath and Beyond Warehouse, showcasing a comprehensive background in human resources and operational management. Loren attended Gainesville State College from 2009 to 2011.