Hardy Smith Nonprofit Speaker and Consultant

05/15/2026

Big Thank Yous to everyone who has been a part of making 20 years of success possible!

Trust, encouragement, support, collaborations, and friendships have been the key ingredients for relationships that have been a part of the journey.

05/10/2026

05/03/2026

Does your nonprofit, association, or chamber of commerce need guidance on dealing with a difficult board? Thank You Florida Society of Association Executives for opportunity to share my Dealing With Difficult Boards at this year's Leadership and Management Summit!

04/26/2026

Florida Chamber leaders look at this special opportunity at Florida Association of Chamber Professionals (FACP)'s Spring Conference!

I am teaming up with Sheree Anne Kelly, President & CEO of Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, for this special session. Chamber Leaders At Risk.

If you're attending the FACP Spring Conference, be sure take advantage of this bonus session.

04/17/2026

https://www.hardysmith.com/successful-nonprofit-leaders.../

In a world that rewards speed and surface-level understanding, choosing to sit with ideas, absorb perspectives, and reflect deeply is an intentional act of growth. For me, reading is both a personal joy and a professional discipline—one that strengthens my ability to serve nonprofits, associations...

04/07/2026

Are you a Florida association or nonprofit leader who is looking for answers to help you deal with a difficult board? My session at Florida Society of Association Executives
Leadership & Management Summit is designed for you!

04/01/2026

https://www.hardysmith.com/creating-nonprofit-board-accountability/

How can nonprofit organizations create a culture of accountability—one where commitments made in the boardroom actually translate into meaningful action? Leaders of nonprofits, chambers of commerce, and associations frequently express frustration when board members fail to follow through. And as I...

03/18/2026

Terrific visit with Chad Willis, Executive Director of the North Carolina Motorsports Association. We have shared connections that go way back in the world of NASCAR racing so that was fun going down memory lane a bit.

Working with a volunteer board is a new experience for Chad so I was all too glad to share a copy of Stop The Nonprofit Board Blame Game as a resource to our discussion around creating success for the NCMA and board relationships.

02/10/2026

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Join us this February as we welcome Hardy Smith of Hardy Smith Consulting for an insightful session on:

🗣️ Communicating Effectively for HR Professionals

Strong communication is at the heart of everything we do in HR—and this session will help sharpen that skill at every level.

✨ Attendees will learn:

How communication styles and preferences impact communication success

Strategies for effectively communicating up, down, and sideways within the organization

Common communication mistakes—and how to avoid them

Whether you’re navigating leadership conversations, supporting employees, or partnering across departments, this session offers practical takeaways you can use right away.

📅 See the flyer below for meeting details and registration information.
We hope to see you there!

01/28/2026

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Join us this February as we welcome Hardy Smith of Hardy Smith Consulting for an insightful session on:

🗣️ Communicating Effectively for HR Professionals

Strong communication is at the heart of everything we do in HR—and this session will help sharpen that skill at every level.

✨ Attendees will learn:

How communication styles and preferences impact communication success

Strategies for effectively communicating up, down, and sideways within the organization

Common communication mistakes—and how to avoid them

Whether you’re navigating leadership conversations, supporting employees, or partnering across departments, this session offers practical takeaways you can use right away.

📅 See the flyer below for meeting details and registration information.
We hope to see you there!