About Glenn Smith Coaching
Glenn grew up working in his family’s business and has been a successful business owner. For more than 25 years, he has been coaching business and organizational leaders and has worked nationally and internationally.
He has taught courses on leadership and organizational development in several graduate schools.
Glenn is a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and holds an M.A. in Global Leadership. Glenn is committed to the Code of Professional Standards and Ethics as set by the International Coach Federation. Glenn has created the Business Acceleration Process, a unique and proven process to help business owners grow their businesses while balancing their lives.
He and his wife, Terri, have been married more than 40 years. They have three grown daughters and two grandchildren.
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Mr. Khori Hunter
Mr. Khori Hunter is a Professional EOS Implementer, helping CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders achieve consistent and impactful positive results in their businesses and personal lives, with over 25 years of expertise in fostering business growth and leadership development across various industries.
His career started as a Draftsman in his father’s engineering firm, where he quickly advanced to leading significant engineering projects both regionally and internationally. He has held leadership roles in prominent engineering companies and has run or assisted in running four businesses from startup to scale, equipping him with a deep understanding of the entrepreneurial journey. Khori seamlessly transitioned into the business world, applying engineering management principles to optimize operations and build high-performing teams.
Khori holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology and an M.S. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from the University of Florida, with a focus on Business and Organizational Management. He is also a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and Project Management Professional (PMP), complemented by extensive training in Leadership, Management, and Operations.
Beyond his professional achievements, Khori is deeply committed to community development and small business advocacy. He served over six years as a Board Member for the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, contributing significantly to the Fort Bend Future Initiative.
A proud resident of Fort Bend County, Khori is a devoted husband and father of three, and a dedicated Christ follower. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading and embarking on family adventures. Passionate about STEAM education, he volunteers to inspire youth and is actively involved in his church.
Elexa Orrange-Allen
Executive and Leadership Coach, Organizational Development, and Key-Note Speaker
Elexa Orrange-Allen is the CEO and Owner of LEAP Coaching and Speaking, LLC. She has extensive qualifications in leadership development, executive coaching, leadership development, team building, and keynote speaking. Elexa is highly accomplished and has extensive experience driving business growth, strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership.
She is adept at driving engagement and helping organizations move toward long-term success. She is skilled in executive coaching, leadership development, organizational development, and
keynote speaking.
She is a certified John Maxwell Coach and Speaker; certified Myers Briggs Consultant; certified Birkman Consultant; certified DISC Behavioral Consultant; and certified Hogan Consultant. She is also an U.S. Olympian and a Certified Fitness Trainer with more than 20 years of industry experience. On top of these impressive credentials,
Elexa believes that it is her professional career and experience that give her the edge as she lives out her passion of “helping individuals and organizations become the best version of themselves.”
Elexa is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY. She began her journey of leadership at the academy, which prepared her for leadership as a Finance Officer in the United States Army. She served as an operations and disbursing officer with the 3rd Finance Group during Desert Storm. She also represented the
United States in the 1995 World Championships and the 1996 Olympic Games. She also has extensive corporate experience at all levels. She’s worked in the pharmaceutical/medical industry as a sales representative, district and teams trainer, and manager. Most recently, she served on the senior leadership team of a finance company, where
she led the team responsible for organizational development/corporate training and leadership development.
She successfully created and launched a leadership development and coaching program which was critical for the organization’s tremendous growth. Currently, Elexa’s company – LEAP Coaching and Speaking Consultants, LLC focuses on helping organizations and individuals achieve their business and personal objectives. Elexa also has a passion for working with women in leadership. Her company is also a certified Women’s Business Enterprise National Council company. Elexa also has extensive keynote speaking experience. Her audiences have included Academy Women, Goodwill International, Merck Pharmaceutical, and Houston Community College to name a few.
She is also a member of the prestigious American Leadership Forum and Fort Bend Leadership. Elexa has also dedicated her life to community service. Currently, she serves on the Board of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, serves on the Board of the Olympian/Paralympian Relief Fund, serves on the Board of Director of Child Advocates of Fort Bend, serves the Goodwill Houston Board of Trustees, and serves as a member of numerous ministries at New Faith Church. Elexa was recognized for her exemplary life-time service in February 2018 when she was one of ten selected to the Inaugural Houston Mayors History Makers Awards for outstanding community service.
Elexa lives in the Houston, TX area. She is married to Vincent Allen. They have two sons, two daughters, and two grandchildren. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Master of Education degree in Counseling. Elexa enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering, reading, traveling, and working out.
Mr. Michael Spake
Management & Process Consultant, Owner MDS Consulting Colonel (Retired)
Michael Spake is a seasoned advisor and executive consultant that helps businesses cultivate excellence by integrating procedures and developing employee capabilities. The son of a business entrepreneur, Mike spent over 28 years leading and managing small to mid-sized organizations in the military.
A West Point graduate with a Master of Science in International Public Policy, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, and Google Data Analytics certification, Mike's career reflects a commitment to excellence in enhancing individual and organizational performance and solving complex problems. Mike's leadership is exemplified by his achievements in implementing accountable processes in a $5B logistics operation, and collaborating to create consequential portfolio expansion as the senior U.S. Military official in Indonesia.
In previous roles, including Chief Talent Officer for Army Strategists, Mike demonstrated exceptional skills in balancing operational needs, individual coaching, and strategic development. His role as a Director of Northeast Asia Policy and Planning for the Indo-Pacific involved advising C-suite executives and managing high-stakes projects, including reshaping organizational strategies and fostering key international relationships.
Mike’s signature strengths include process streamlining, program implementation, individual & collective training and development, and cultivating mission-reinforcing teams of excellence, making him a trusted advisor in advancing organizational efficiency and achieving strategic goals.
Mike and his wife, Julie, have three children and live near Houston, Texas. They enjoy serving their community and leading an education & military veteran non-profit.
Our Core Values
Core values are those foundational beliefs, those guiding principles that govern everything you do. Glenn Smith is the founder and President of Glenn Smith Executive Coaching. Here is how he talks about the core values that drive our coaching practice:
“My wife and I both grew up in family-owned businesses. We know firsthand the rewards and the challenges of being a business owner. After more than 25 years of experience in business and organizational leadership and having owned two businesses myself, I have learned what it takes to achieve your dreams while living out your values. Over the years, I have worked with hundreds of business owners. Here are the values that govern everything we do.” - Glenn Smith
Our Clients Come First
We believe that acting in the best interests of our clients is what’s best for us in the long-term – when they succeed, we succeed.
Lifelong Learning
We believe that lifelong learning is essential to ongoing success. We seek to know and share the best practices of executives and business leaders from around the world. We seek to learn something new for every client and from every client.
Driving Principals
We believe that integrity, generosity, and character trumps everything else.
Free-Market Societies
We believe in free-market economics; people thrive where there is a common rule of law, minimal regulations, and minimal taxation.
Success For All
We want all people to succeed; our clients first, then ourselves, our partners, our vendors, and even our competitors, because we believe that’s what’s best for everyone.
Our Ultimate Purpose
Most importantly for us, we believe that we have been created by a divine creator and the highest purpose of man is to love and worship him.
How Do We Help Business Owners and Leaders?
We Help Business Owners Get Unstuck
Do you want to go to the next level, but it's taking you too long to get there? Do you feel like you're working extremely hard but not smart? Are you getting the results you want in a timely and efficient manner? We help owners make more money, work less, and enjoy life more! Get the results you want faster than you expected. We help them clarify their direction, simplify their lives, and maximize their results.
We Help Business Owners Work Less
Are you working very long hours for a nominal return? Do you enjoy your family or your life because you are a prisoner of your business? Would you like to spend time doing the things most meaningful to you?
We help busy entrepreneurs to slow down, catch their breath, reflect and map out the critical changes they need to improve their businesses and lives… then our process holds them accountable for those results.
We Help Business Owners Face Reality
Is it hard to admit that your business is not where you hoped it would be now? Are you spending all your time and talents on an “OK” business that struggles to make ends meet? We help owners and leaders see that they are 100% responsible for the good and bad in their business. We teach entrepreneurs how to work “ON” and less “IN” their business.
We Help Business Owners Focus
Do you have focus or discipline in your business to help it grow? Do you have systems and processes in place so the business can run without you, or are you the system? We help owners focus on what’s most important and create more meaning in their lives. We help owners create & refine systems so that their business will consistently fulfill its promise, profitably and do it without the owner.