Carol Zachary Smith

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Carol Zachary Smith is a community development and workforce development leader with more than 30 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and neighborhoods in achieving economic stability and growth. She brings deep expertise in workforce development, neighborhood economic development, and community-based programming, with a strong focus on connecting harder-to-place youth and adults to employment, career pathways, and vital resources.

Through her work with NWON and partner organizations, Carol has helped build pathways to opportunity by leveraging strong community relationships, cross-sector partnerships, and a people-centered approach . Known to many as “Coach Carol,” she is passionate about guiding individuals and communities toward sustainable success and long-term impact.