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WBB's Smith Honored with Employee of Distinction Award

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AKRON, Ohio - Goodwill of Greater Akron has named Candace Smith, University of Akron's Director of Operations for women's basketball, as an Employee of Distinction.

Smith was honored for her tireless work on behalf of the Zips with the award on Wednesday, Sept. 7, at the Employee of Distinction Celebrating Shining Stars luncheon held at Guy's Party Center in Akron.

She is entering her ninth season as Director of Operation for Akron's women's basketball program under the direction of 11th-year head coach Jodi Kest.