Steve Smith

About Steve Smith

Creative • Strategic • Collaborative • Leader • Relationship Builder For more than…

Experience

1. Director of Events

   Access

   Aug 2025 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

   As Director of Events at Access, I lead event strategy and operational execution across the Southeast US, delivering innovative solutions that transform events into inspiring experiences. My role blends creativity with precision logistics, ensuring every program reflects Access’s 5-star experience and exceeds client expectations.In this role I\'m excited to bring:Global Perspective – With a career spanning Australia, Southeast Asia, international waters, and the US, I offer diverse cultural insight that shapes inclusive and resonant event design.Empathetic Leadership – I believe that inspired people drive organizational change, and I focus on empowering teams, partners, and clients through collaboration and trust.Strategic Execution – From concept to completion, I align creative vision with operational excellence, delivering experiences that are both imaginative and flawlessly produced.Client Partnerships – I cultivate long-term relationships by understanding not just what an event should be, but why it matters—ensuring each project makes a lasting impact.At Access, we don’t just plan events—we create shared experiences that inspire, connect, and transform. My passion lies in blending storytelling with strategy to deliver the extraordinary for every client, every time.

Education

• The Australian Acting Academy

  School of Excellence Graduate

• Harvard Business School

  Change Management

• The Australian College

  Theater Production / Speech Pathology

• The Napoleon Perdis Academy

  Advanced Diploma

• Cornell University

  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion