Glendon Smith Jr, MBA

Experience

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  Labcorp

  May 2016 - Apr 2017

  Microbiology Lab Assistant

  • Conducted chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detectabnormalities or diseases and enter findings into the computer.• Tested raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.• Obtained specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis. • Cleaned and maintain the work area and all lab equipment and supplies.

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  Labcorp

  Nov 2017 - Apr 2022

  Microbiology Lab Technologist Trainee

  • Performed tests and analyses according to established testing procedures in designated technical departments.• Gained knowledge of department procedures and operations to abide by ISO’s regulations.• Analyzed the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.• Generated QC logs and ran equipment daily controls to ensure equipment calibration.

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  Crossing Love Catering

  Apr 2021 - Jul 2022

  Business Owner/Private Chef

  • Consulting with customers to determine their catering requirements, supervising catering staff, and coordinating the preparation and serving of food during events. • Ensuring that health and safety regulations are strictly observed, recorded and archived.• Hiring, training, supervising and motivating permanent and temporary staff.• Keeping budgets and maintaining financial and administrative records.

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  Labcorp

  Jul 2022 - now

  •Developed and delivered training programs for new staff, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively.•Supervised and mentored a team of eight laboratory technicians, fostering a positive and productive work environment and consistently exceeding performance goals.•Managed daily lab operations, ensuring timely sample processing, accurate testing, and efficient workflow, while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.•Implemented new safety protocols and procedures, resulting in a 40% increase in efficiency and reduced errors. Show less •Review challenges and/or areas of opportunity to determine root causes and recommend short & long-term strategies and practices to address institutional inequities.•Seek and recommend education opportunities for Labcorp employees at all levels (i.e., Executive Committee [EC], Senior Leaders, People Leaders, Regular Employees etc.) to develop and deepen their personal understanding of inclusion and equity at an organizational level. Education may be mandatory or voluntary depending on level and/or role, and delivery platforms may be internal or external.•Provide input on creating opportunities to receive employee feedback about organizational climate and culture (i.e., climate assessment, anonymous satisfaction or engagement surveys, focus groups, listening sessions, etc.)•Advocate for professional development of under-represented groups, to include addressing any barriers preventing their full participation. Show less •Engaged with students at Texas A&M and Prairie A&M University to promote career opportunities at LabCorp and showcase the diversity of our workplace.•Manage budget for programs/projects, ensuring expenditures are within established parameters, emphasizing cost efficiencies.•Monitored and evaluated the impact and success of ERG initiatives, gathering feedback and implementing improvements for future initiatives.•Advocated for workplace policies and practices that promote diversity and inclusion, working closely with leadership teams. Show less •Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement new ISO regulations and guidelines within the lab setting, ensuring compliance and adherence to industry standards with a 100% success rate.•Implemented new protocols for utilizing Vitek and Cepheid systems, leading to a 50% reduction in turnaround time for test results.•Compiled and submitted detailed reports on microbiology findings to the city for approval, resulting in a decrease in turnaround time for confirmation of sensitivity.•I serve as a LabCorp Onboarding representative, mentoring newly hired lab assistants and assisting them in their transition. Show less

  • Laboratory Services Team Lead

    Oct 2024 - now

  • ID&B Advisory Council (Community Engagement and Patient Focus)

    Feb 2024 - now

  • PULSE ERG Co-Lead

    Nov 2022 - now

  • Advance Microbiology Lab Technologist

    Jul 2022 - Oct 2024