Darrell K. Smith

Darrell K. Smith is Executive Vice President of the Industrial Minerals Association - North America (IMA-NA) and the National Industrial Sand Association (NISA). For over a decade, Darrell has been active in the public policy arena in Washington, DC. Previously, Darrell represented the petroleum industry as President of the National Association of Shell Marketers, and the chemical industry as Director of the Public Health Team for the American Chemistry Council. Darrell has also served in the past as Vice President, Government & Environmental Affairs for IMA-NA and NISA. Darrell has a reputation of assisting heavy industry in the promotion of a positive, progressive image. He is well-versed in business sustainable development and corporate social responsibility. Darrell received a Bachelor of Science degree from The Citadel, and a Master of Public Health degree in environmental science from the University of South Carolina. He also possesses a Doctorate in Environmental Science and Policy from George Mason University, where his research interests involved the resolution of environmental conflict between indigenous populations and the mining industry. Darrell's dissertation is listed as Noteworthy by the Taos Institute. Prior to his public policy career, Darrell worked in the environmental and safety compliance fields for a number of industries including hazardous waste, telecommunications and electronics. Darrell is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene, and is skilled in the implementation of occupational safety and health programs. Darrell resides in the Foggy Bottom area of Washington, DC with his wife Jill Crissman (who who is Deputy Director, Legislation, National Treasury Employees Union), and their dog, Tiki.