Key Influencer - Greg Smith - Chief of Staff to the Minister of Municipal Affairs

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Greg Smith is Alberta’s current Chief of Staff to the recently appointed Minister of Municipal Affairs, Dan Williams. He succeeds Hillary Cleminson, who will continue to serve as Chief of Staff to Ric McIver in his new role as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. Smith will be responsible for overseeing the Minister’s office operations, coordinating policy initiatives, and liaising with stakeholders and municipal leaders across the province.

Smith is an experienced manager and administrator, having held various roles in both the provincial government and non-profit sectors. Within the Government of Alberta, he has served as a ministerial assistant, press secretary, executive advisor, and manager of issues and operations. In 2022, he also served as Chief of Staff to Minister McIver during his tenure at Municipal Affairs.

Smith has been actively involved in Alberta’s political landscape, serving as a Legislative Coordinator for the United Conservative Caucus from 2019 to 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Calgary.