"Try not to become a [person] of success. Rather become a [person] of value" Albert Einstein Since coming to the search profession in 1997, Philip J.W. Smith has continually built and developed his skills in sourcing and securing the right fit for each organization that has engaged his services. His desire is to make a lasting impact on the development of charitable, non-profit, and social profit organizations, through the strategic placement of senior leadership and high-calibre talent. His strengths in sourcing, negotiation, contract development, and offer presentation mean that both clients and candidates alike benefit from his proven professionalism.Philip has honed his craft in executive search through engagements with well recognized firms, including Hutchinson Smith Inc., through which he served as both partner and principal. Throughout his career, he has also applied his communication and tactical coaching skills to efforts that strengthen professionals in both the search and human resources professions.Philip has served as Vice President for the Board of Directors of the Kiwanis Club of Toronto, as a Director of the Board of the Kiwanis Club of Toronto Foundation, has also held the role of VP for the Board of the Toronto Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club, and has done volunteer corporate fundraising for the Hospice Association of Ontario. He holds a Bachelor of Theology degree.Canadian Business (2000) – Not Your Father’s Headhunter: ”Philip Smith – Stealth Recruiter” Profit Magazine (2006) – Contributor to Ultimate Hiring Guide series article entitled The Perfect Job AdCanadian HR Reporter (2013) – Guest writer for article entitled “Candidate Screening in an Age of Social Networking”Specialties: Philip J.W. Smith & Co. specializes in Executive Search in the charitable, non-profit, and social profit sectors