All my life I have lived outside the rails of what people consider normal. I have been called controversial, successful, interesting, but I have always believed that people are born to stand out, not just to fit in. My ride from a small town in Utah has been an interesting one, I have been part of building a successful Food & Drug company, I started from the ground up building Fred Smith’s Auto Group, which at one time, had as many as nine franchises. I have met some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports, and politics. I have gone through big pains in my life, experiencing the loss of a daughter from a heart disease and my father, and the biggest believer in me, at age 58. Through it all I have learned that is not about “who is right”, but “what is right”. I tried to leave each and every day by treating people as I would like myself, my family and Judy to be treated, and every day I tried to be a little bit better than I was the day before and provide one random act of kindness for someone that may or may not know.Along the way we created employee focus groups at Smith’s, in-store customer phones that they can pick up, talk to a real person, and get answers to their questions. We had Easter egg hunts, coloring contests, and much more. At the Fred Smith’s Auto Group, we would start Christmas In July, Silent Sunday, and the Fred Smith’s road angel. All this for the benefit and fun of our customers. Now at Disruptive Drinkware, we are asking you to check out our hydration bottles and help me build a multi-generational foundation that will take people’s challenges and turn them into opportunities. We will start by donating at least $1 dollar to every bottle sold to the foundation.We welcome you into the brave, bold and remarkable world of Disruptive Drinkware, where we are introducing the most self-contained hydration bottle, I have ever seen. Come join us! Learn about the benefits of hydration, help us do our part to clean up the environment and expand upon the great joys of giving back.At Disruptive Drinkware when you call you will always talk to a live Human…Click below to learn more about us and our products.http://disruptivedrinkware.com/
Disruptive Drinkware
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Ceo & FounderDisruptive Drinkware May 2015 - PresentRevolutionizing the world of retail through innovative product solutions. I have now turned my efforts to helping retailers drive new revenue by increasing their sales per square foot and increasing their average transaction size. I take great pride in honesty, people skills, and creative thinking. I live by a saying, "Some people see things and say 'Why?' I dream of things and say 'Why not?'”
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Member Board Of DirectorsFred Meyer May 1997 - May 1999 -
Member Board Of DirectorsSmith'S Food & Drug Centers May 1970 - Mar 1997Us -
Corporate Vice President Of Sales, Marketing, Merchandising, Advertising, And Corporate RelationsSmith'S Food & Drug Centers Jan 1980 - Oct 1984UsRan Sales, Marketing, Merchandising, Advertising, and Corporate Relations of Smith Food and Drug, a Family Owned and Operated Grocery Chain. -
Various PositionsSmith'S Food & Drug Centers Jan 1962 - Oct 1980Us -
President And OwnerFred Smith Auto Group Dec 1988 - Mar 1996Owned and managed a collection of Car dealerships ranging from Honda, Rolls Royce, Bentley, and Porsche. Our group did terrific business and brought an amazing customer experience to the California Desert in the vehicle marketplace.
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Fred Smith Education Details
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Utah State University
Frequently Asked Questions about Fred Smith
What company does Fred Smith work for?
Fred Smith works for Disruptive Drinkware
What is Fred Smith's role at the current company?
Fred Smith's current role is CEO & Founder @ Disruptive Drinkware – Creating Bold, Brave and Remarkably Innovative Hydration Products – Co-Builder of Smith’s Food & Drug – Founder & Owner of Fred Smith’s Auto Group - Dad, Grandpa & Teacher at Heart.
What schools did Fred Smith attend?
Fred Smith attended Utah State University.
What skills is Fred Smith known for?
Fred Smith has skills like Leadership, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, New Business Development, Retail, Sales Management.
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