Meet the Business Advisory Council

Kevin Smathers '05

Kevin Smathers currently serves as the Senor Manager of Wireless Support for C Spire in Ridgeland, MS. Prior to working with C Spire, Smathers worked with Saks Fifth Avenue for over 18 years in multiple leadership positions for saks.com. Smathers has been a member of the BAC since 2014. 

"As a business student, some of the most impactful experiences for me outside of the classroom were from alumni taking time to share their advice and feedback. Since then, I've wanted to have the opportunity to help develop and shape others in the same way. The BAC provides those opportunities to do so."

Education:
The University of Southern Mississippi
BSBA in Management, 2005

Kim Hawkins

Kim Hawkins has been with Donnell CPA Group since 2009. In her role as Senior Manager, she provides Accounting and Tax Oversight services to privately owned businesses. She has over 25 years of experience in both public and private accounting.

Kim is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Mississippi and is a member of the Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). 

Education:
The University of Southern Mississippi
BSBA in Accounting