Danielle Smith

Danielle Smith has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Danielle started their career in the United States Army, where they held various roles such as Operations Officer, Air Defense Artillery Platoon Leader, and Vehicle Maintenance Company Executive Officer. Danielle then transitioned to the Port of Seattle, where they worked as an Aviation Security Operations Supervisor and a Veterans Fellow, responsible for training and development. Danielle also served in the Army National Guard as an Assistant Inspector General, Operations Manager, and Military Educator, where they managed training programs and provided mentorship to officer candidates. More recently, they joined the USO as a Sr. Director, Transition Program Operations, overseeing the development and implementation of a robust transition support program for military service members and their spouses. Additionally, they worked as an Employment Consultant at the USO, collaborating with employment partners and executing recruitment strategies. Overall, Danielle's work experience demonstrates their leadership, training, and management abilities in both military and civilian settings.

Danielle Smith has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Sociology from the University of Portland. Danielle also completed their college preparatory education at Loretto High School in Sacramento, CA. In addition, Danielle has obtained a certification as an Airport Security Coordinator from the American Association of Airport Executives.