Name: Jeff W. Smith
Hospital/System where you serve: Scottish Rite for Children
Hometown: Dallas
Occupation: Attorney; President/CEO HighGround Advisors
Family: Single
Hobbies: Squash, Swimming, Art and Traveling
As a Board Member…
Most Rewarding: Seeing the awe-inspiring work of Scottish Rite in giving kids their childhood’s back and experiencing the dedication of every staff member, no matter their position, to see that the child’s experience is positive and transformative
Most Challenging: Changing healthcare landscape.
Proudest Moment for You/Your Board: Every single successful patient story which echoes the phenomenal work of the Scottish Rite medical team and staff.
Valuable Lesson: You can learn from anyone if you are willing to be open.
Why Become a Certified Healthcare Trustee: To better serve/advocate the work of the Hospital.
About Me…
My Background: Attorney who has worked at the same not-for-profit organization most of my career, starting as a lawyer working with client organizations in the charitable planned giving space before being named president of HighGround Advisors, an investment/endowment fund manager serving other non-profit organizations
Childhood Ambition: To become a doctor but became a lawyer (go figure!)
What Are You Reading? The Bible; The Last Kingdom by Steve Berry; Southern Man by Greg Iles
Best City in Texas: Dallas