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V. Jesse Smith

EXPERT ON:

◉ Leadership Development
◉ Church & Ministry Leadership
◉ Faith in Action
◉ Motivation & Mindset
◉ Work-Life Balance & Focus

EXPERIENCE:

◉ Founder of V. Jesse Smith Enterprises and Senior Pastor of The Way Center of Truth, Inc., dedicated to developing personal, professional, and spiritual leadership and helping individuals rise into their God-given purpose.

◉ Recognized national speaker, leadership strategist, and business coach who has delivered hundreds of keynotes, sermons, and trainings for major organizations and shared platforms with influential leaders including Les Brown and Dr. Bernice King.

◉ Accomplished author of three books on leadership, action, and spiritual growth, with media appearances and features in Speakers’ Magazine as one of America’s distinguished public speakers.

About V. Jesse Smith

V. Jesse Smith established V. Jesse Smith Enterprises (VJSE) with the mission to inspire individuals to pursue their aspirations and realize their purpose.

Committed to helping people avoid mediocrity, he believes that every individual possesses innate greatness and focuses on fostering personal, professional, and spiritual leadership. Currently serving as the Senior Pastor of The Way Center of Truth, Inc., a non-denominational church in Palmdale, California, Mr. Smith guides others in manifesting the Kingdom of God within themselves.

His dedication to motivating others is reflected in his efforts to help them develop their skills and talents. Recognized as one of America’s leading public speakers, he has earned acclaim for his dynamic presentations. As an accomplished speaker, leadership strategist, and business coach, V. Jesse Smith has delivered hundreds of lectures, sermons, and keynote addresses centered on leadership and personal development.

He has authored three influential books: “Back Where You Belong: Satan’s Mad Because He Lost the Soul He Thought He Had,” “An A.C.T.I.O.N. Guide for Union Reps, Stewards and Leaders in the Labor Movement,” and “The Presence.” Mr. Smith’s expertise has led to appearances on television and in news media where he addresses contemporary issues and encourages audiences to elevate their lives.

He has served as a presenter, facilitator, and keynote speaker for esteemed organizations such as Jack and Jill, Incorporated, SURGE 365 Travel Agency, SEIU-United Healthcare Workers, WingStop, Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, Antelope Valley NAACP, and the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). Mr. Smith has also shared platforms with notable figures including Les Brown, James Malinchak, and Dr. Bernice King, and was featured in Speakers’ Magazine as one of America’s distinguished speakers.

He has organized and led seminars and workshops on Leadership Development, Youth Empowerment through Visionary Leadership, Effective Communication, Negotiation Skills, Conflict Resolution, Cultural Diversity in the Workplace, Employee Morale, Managerial Effectiveness, Public Speaking, Spiritual Growth, and community organizing on current issues. If you are seeking a speaker capable of inspiring, empowering, and energizing your audience at conferences, seminars, summits, or staff meetings, V. Jesse Smith offers the expertise and impact you need.

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