Heather Smith

Senior HR Consultant at Windstream

PHR, SHRM-CP

Heather is a Senior HR Consultant at Windstream, where she oversees critical HR functions such as new hire onboarding, talent management, succession planning and leadership development. Heather has over 12 years of experience in Human Resources and has a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of Central Arkansas. She has maintained her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certifications since 2015.

Heather has been a dedicated member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Central Arkansas Human Resource Association (CAHRA) since 2013. Her commitment to the field is reflected in her active participation and leadership within CAHRA, having served on its board in various capacities, including Chapter President in 2023. Heather has also served on several ARSHRM conference committees, including co-chair of the ELLA Conference in 2021.  Currently, Heather is serving as College Relations Director for ARSHRM State Council, Past President for CAHRA and Student Volunteer Chair on the 2024 State Conference committee.