Denise R. Smith has a robust background in human resources and organizational management, currently serving as System Director of Human Resources at Sarah Bush Lincoln since June 2019. Prior experience includes holding the position of Director of Human Resources at HSHS St. Mary's Hospital - Decatur from June 2012 to May 2019, and serving as Executive Director at United Way of Decatur & Mid Illinois from October 2007 to June 2012. Additionally, Denise R. Smith worked as Director of Operations at Innovative Staff Solutions from April 2000 to September 2007. Academic qualifications include a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Millikin University, an International Business Certificate from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Eastern Illinois University.