Stephanie A. Smith

Stephanie A. Smith, Ph.D., APR is a scholar-practitioner specializing in public relations, organizational communication, reputation management, and personal branding. She is an award-winning professor, researcher, and consultant with experience spanning higher education, media, and industry. Stephanie’s work focuses on credibility, visibility, and strategic communication in a digital-first world, with particular attention to leadership, ethics, and professional identity. She is the author and editor of multiple books on communication, internships, and workforce development, and regularly works with executives and organizations on thought leadership, media training, and reputation strategy.