Travis N. Smith
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Robert Lahaderne, MBA
I have had the good fortune to work with Travis in a number of different positions. We first met when he was supporting the Metronom Health team. I always appreciate his insight into the job market and providing guidance on selecting candidates. I next learned of his leadership with Device Alliance. This group gathers OC Med Tech Leaders and members together to discuss the current issues and topics within the industry. This has been a wonderful opportunity to meet colleagues and catch up with old friends. Besides this, Travis leads efforts with Square -1 Engineering and I continue to work with him and his team to deliver awesome support to local businesses needing support. It has been my pleasure working with Travis and I look forward to continuing to work with him in the future
Chris Folk
Ra Medical needed to quickly identify high quality engineering support in Sept '21. The Square1 team responded with incredible speed, tenacity, and competence. In an environment where competition for engineers was at a high peak, the Square1 team aggressively sought and succeeded in finding solutions. We brought three engineers on board in short order, and the team delivered on mission critical objectives. In the future, when engineering support is required, Square1 will be a first call.
Robert Lahaderne, MBA
I have had the good fortune to work with Travis in a number of different positions. We first met when he was supporting the Metronom Health team. I always appreciate his insight into the job market and providing guidance on selecting candidates. I next learned of his leadership with Device Alliance. This group gathers OC Med Tech Leaders and members together to discuss the current issues and topics within the industry. This has been a wonderful opportunity to meet colleagues and catch up with old friends. Besides this, Travis leads efforts with Square -1 Engineering and I continue to work with him and his team to deliver awesome support to local businesses needing support. It has been my pleasure working with Travis and I look forward to continuing to work with him in the future
Chris Folk
Ra Medical needed to quickly identify high quality engineering support in Sept '21. The Square1 team responded with incredible speed, tenacity, and competence. In an environment where competition for engineers was at a high peak, the Square1 team aggressively sought and succeeded in finding solutions. We brought three engineers on board in short order, and the team delivered on mission critical objectives. In the future, when engineering support is required, Square1 will be a first call.
Robert Lahaderne, MBA
I have had the good fortune to work with Travis in a number of different positions. We first met when he was supporting the Metronom Health team. I always appreciate his insight into the job market and providing guidance on selecting candidates. I next learned of his leadership with Device Alliance. This group gathers OC Med Tech Leaders and members together to discuss the current issues and topics within the industry. This has been a wonderful opportunity to meet colleagues and catch up with old friends. Besides this, Travis leads efforts with Square -1 Engineering and I continue to work with him and his team to deliver awesome support to local businesses needing support. It has been my pleasure working with Travis and I look forward to continuing to work with him in the future
Chris Folk
Ra Medical needed to quickly identify high quality engineering support in Sept '21. The Square1 team responded with incredible speed, tenacity, and competence. In an environment where competition for engineers was at a high peak, the Square1 team aggressively sought and succeeded in finding solutions. We brought three engineers on board in short order, and the team delivered on mission critical objectives. In the future, when engineering support is required, Square1 will be a first call.
Robert Lahaderne, MBA
I have had the good fortune to work with Travis in a number of different positions. We first met when he was supporting the Metronom Health team. I always appreciate his insight into the job market and providing guidance on selecting candidates. I next learned of his leadership with Device Alliance. This group gathers OC Med Tech Leaders and members together to discuss the current issues and topics within the industry. This has been a wonderful opportunity to meet colleagues and catch up with old friends. Besides this, Travis leads efforts with Square -1 Engineering and I continue to work with him and his team to deliver awesome support to local businesses needing support. It has been my pleasure working with Travis and I look forward to continuing to work with him in the future
Chris Folk
Ra Medical needed to quickly identify high quality engineering support in Sept '21. The Square1 team responded with incredible speed, tenacity, and competence. In an environment where competition for engineers was at a high peak, the Square1 team aggressively sought and succeeded in finding solutions. We brought three engineers on board in short order, and the team delivered on mission critical objectives. In the future, when engineering support is required, Square1 will be a first call.
Experience
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Square-1 Engineering
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Managing Director
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Sep 2015 - Present
As the founder and managing director of Square-1 Engineering I oversee all aspects of P&L including PMO, finance, strategy, organizational development and client acquisition. Square-1 Engineering is a life science consulting firm offering end to end product engineering, compliance and manufacturing project services (consulting services, outsourced CAD services and in-sourced project support) to companies which design, develop and or manufacture life science products in Southern California. Show less
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Business Wingmen Podcast Show
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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Co Host
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Oct 2020 - Present
The no-PC, no fluff, business podcast by father and son Duo Steve and Travis Smith. Listen in as they trade tales of corporate absurdity and career brilliance with an electric candor, one which isn't scared of political correctness. The no-PC, no fluff, business podcast by father and son Duo Steve and Travis Smith. Listen in as they trade tales of corporate absurdity and career brilliance with an electric candor, one which isn't scared of political correctness.
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DeviceAlliance
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chairman Of The Board
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Jan 2020 - Jun 2022
As Chairman my role is to operate as a community ambassador on behalf of DeviceAlliance building strategic community partnerships aimed at enhancing OC's medtech ecosystem while providing program and leadership support to our fantastic team.DeviceAlliance is the only non-profit professional association focused exclusively on promoting the vitality of southern California’s medical device community. We are committed to building lasting relationships, sharing information, and gaining insight into the key issues and opportunities within the medical device industry.For more information visit us at www.devicealliance.org. Show less
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President
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Jan 2016 - Dec 2019
Oversaw all organizational departments and business activities consisting of educational programs, organizational strategy, team build and development, sales, marketing and strategic community relations.
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Chair, Strategic Partnerships
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
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Aerotek
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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700 & Above Employee
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Divisional Lead, Engineering
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Jan 2013 - Aug 2015
Led Aerotek’s Engineering division in Orange County in all aspects of leadership, employee development, technical strategy, B2B sales and daily operations. Successfully grew the MM division 325% producing the operations highest PIT annual revenue for engineering services.Career Highlights:- Influence: Promoted six direct reports into management roles- Strategic Planning: Chaired Aerotek's West Region Engineering Division, leading 75+ account managers for technical regional strategy while ensuring our business unit hit its financial and strategic market objectives- Career Achievement: Accomplished five consecutive annual gross profit sales awards- Career Advancement: Promoted four times over 10 year career- Awards: Received the ‘Classic Aerotek’ award in Orange County as well as dual MVP awards- National Leadership: Selected to pilot Aerotek’s national ‘Divisional Lead’ program for Engineering- Community: Started Aerotek's first internal national medical device community- Mentorship: created, lead and participated in regional and local mentor programs for new leadership coaching- Customer Service: developed Aerotek’s first ever ‘Total Quality Management Program’ consisting of world class customer service initiatives and internal performance expectations Show less
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Sr. Account Executive, Engineering
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Sep 2009 - Jan 2013
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Account Manager
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Aug 2006 - Sep 2009
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Account Recruiting Manager
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Jan 2006 - Aug 2006
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Recruiter
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Jun 2005 - Dec 2005
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Service Corporation International
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Individual and Family Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Document Control Specialist
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2002 - 2005
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Education
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California State University-Long Beach - College of Business
Undergraduate, Business Management -
Southern California Entreprenuer Academy
Graduate, Entrepreneurship
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