Lt General Leslie Smith (R) Leadership Still Matters; Building Strong Teams

Lieutenant General Leslie C. Smith, U.S. Army (Retired), who currently serves as Vice President for Leadership and Education at the Association of the United States Army. He is a nationally recognized leader and educator with decades of operational and strategic leadership experience, including service as Inspector General of the Army and senior commander across chemical, CBRN, EOD, and maneuver support organizations.

In his presentation, LTG Smith focuses on the enduring importance of leadership in building strong, effective teams. He shares practical insights on trust, cohesion, and specific leadership actions that strengthen teams and drive results. The talk draws from his forthcoming book, All the Difference: Six Leadership Actions to Bridge Perspectives, Strengthen Teams, and Create Value, scheduled for release on July 14.

The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 9th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and will be held at the American Legion Post 5, located at 3610 West Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, Florida 33609. The flyer positions the event as a professional development opportunity for leaders and team members interested in strengthening organizational performance through effective leadership