"Smith believes firmly in the power of stories to teach, educate, provide guidance and set examples."
—The Grand Rapids Press

"Greg Smith is changing the conversation."
—Prof. Travis West, Western Theological Seminary

"Greg Smith is a wordsmith of the first order."
—Dale Van Steenis, Exec. Dir., Leadership Strategies International

Greg is a frequent (two to four times per month) public speaker at conference, colleges, and churches (see a list of topics below). Some of his recent speaking engagements have included:

  • Davenport University MBA program (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
  • New York Society of Association Executives (University Club of Manhattan, New York City)
  • Grand Rapids Area Professionals for Excellence (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
  • Student Volunteer Movement 2 International Conference (Accra, Ghana)
  • Hope College: Pew Honor Society and Entrepreneurship Series (Holland, Michigan)
  • Grand Rapids Area Homebuilders Association (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
  • Cuban Pastor’s Conference (Havana, Cuba)
  • Small Business Breakfast Leadership Series (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
  • Michigan Petroleum Association annual convention (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
  • Downtown Student Fellowship (Holland, Michigan)
  • Church leadership conference in Baranquilla, Colombia
  • Various Rotary Breakfasts
  • Teaches Sunday monrings once or twice per month at Manna Vintage Faith (Holland, Michigan)

Topics:

Greg is available to speak on a wide range of topics on business, the arts, and faith. Contact Greg to discuss your audience and your goals for your event. With advance notice, Greg is a available for full-day or multi-day consultations with your team. Some of his most popular topics include (follow links for detailed descriptions):

Reviews and endorsements. Contact Greg for a list of references.

Speaking fees and travel expenses. Contact Greg to discuss your event and negotiate fees and expenses.