LORI L. SMITHP.O. Box 32046 (C) 571-228-5057Washington, DC 20007 lls202dc@gmail.com

Experienced international business professional possessing a unique combination of expertise from a world renowned university, two leading Fortune 100 companies, an international start-up organization and a national association. Global business traveler astute in developing worldwide relationships; resourceful and adept at producing successful action plans, and thrives in a dynamic, culturally diverse environment.

International Relations Global Program Development Multi-cultural Program Implementation Regional Office Oversight Partnership Marketing Agency Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Georgetown University, Qatar Liaison Office (QLO), Acting Director Jan. 2014–present

Promoted to Acting Director to manage the DC based liaison office for Georgetown University's campus in Doha, Qatar which represents the University’s most visible instance of sustained global engagement. 

Appointed as head of QLO to ensure the integrity of the GU Qatar campus with external constituencies Reporting directly to the CFO in Qatar, direct overall management of office including budget oversight,

staff supervision and project management Based on budget of $800,000, track expenditures and approve the use of unit resources Provide a continuing link between Qatar and DC by developing and managing internal relationships Hire and supervise Office Coordinator and Administrative Assistant

Georgetown University, QLO, (Promoted to) Program Manager Aug. 2012–Jan. 2014

Collaborate with Sr. Advisor for development of global initiatives and special projects Travel to Doha to manage activities for Model United Nations at Qatar National Convention Center Reporting to the COO in Qatar, conduct in-depth research on strategic partnerships, research

collaboration and global partnerships of western universities in the GCC Partner with Office of International Programs to ensure successful onboarding of Qatar students to DC Manage logistics for Global Classroom courses between Doha and DC Assist with annual School of Foreign Service Faculty Searches in Qatar

Georgetown University, QLO, Project Coordinator Jan. 2012–Aug. 2012

Communicate with Qatar campus and Main Campus partners to increase strong relationships Plan outreach campaigns and information sessions to raise awareness for Qatar campus

Georgetown Hoya Staffing, Part-Time Work; Main Campus and Law School Aug. 2008–Jan. 2012

Project Coordinator in UIS for launch of new software benefiting GU HR and Financial Management Campus-wide resource for recruitment advertising providing recommendations for ad placement Reconcile monthly financial reports for all of FY’09, GU Law Center, Financial Affairs Hire and manage work-study students

Time Warner Cable, Corporate Manager, Herndon, VA 2002–2006

Surpassed subscriber growth by administering a $1 million budget across 10 markets.

Analysed market needs and directed efforts to exceed subscriber acquisition growth goals

KMI, Director of Marketing, Washington, DC 2000-2002Directed marketing efforts for Knowledge Management based start-up organization.

Identified prospective investors and presented the KMI mission and service for funding Managed the branding process for this new integrated professional services firm

National Association of Broadcasters, Marketing Manager, Washington, DC 1999-2000Increased attendance by 8 percent to international conference via direct marketing campaigns.

Developed print content by adapting trends within the television, radio and satellite industries Managed direct mail budget, outside design agency, and print vendor

Worldspace, Director of Promotions, Global Marketing Group, Washington, DC 1997-1999Managing $5 million budget, developed global plan for launch of international radio service

Set strategic direction and delivered global broadcast and consumer promotion plan Researched, interviewed and hired global promotion agency Managed agency personnel in Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America for launch planning Hired and managed staff including a Sr. Marketing Manager, Manager, and Coordinator Creative Director for opening ceremonies at Africa Telecom in Johannesburg, SA

The Home Shopping Network, Manager National Accounts, Clearwater, FL 1996-1997Motivated top cable and satellite operators to increase their marketing efforts of HSN and to secure carriage

Increased subscriber purchases translating to higher revenue for the cable systems and HSN Maximized distribution opportunities for unaffiliated systems

Walt Disney World, Orlando, FL 1989-1995(Sr. Representative 1994-1995, Representative 1991-1994, Associate Representative 1989-1991)Incorporated radio and television promotions, publicity, advertising to produce $6 million in media exposure.

Propelled theme park attendance to exceed projections from top attendance markets Created, negotiated and approved promotional campaigns with national radio and TV stations Supervised marketing, budget, and production of TV and radio remotes such as TF1-France, FUJI-

TV Japan, Yorkshire Radio Network-London, etc. Relocated to France to promote the opening of Disneyland Paris via 2 top TV shows

EDUCATION

Georgetown University, International Business Management CertificateGraduate School, Washington, DC, Arabic Georgetown University, B.A.L.S. Program, Classical CivilizationsAlliance Francaise, Washington, DC and Parlez Vous, Alexandria, VA, FrenchMid Florida Tech, Orlando, FL, Business Writing, Creative Approaches, Effective Presentations, French I & II