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Kyle Smith named Executive Associate Director of Texas AgriLife Extension Service

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Kyle Smith, a veteran of nearly 36 years with the Texas A&M System, was named executive associate director of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service Aug. 8 by the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents.

Smith, who has served as the agency's associate director for county programs since 1993, succeeds Dr. Margaret Hale, who announced her retirement earlier this year.

Smith's appointment takes effect Aug. 1.

"We are fortunate to have a person of Kyle's experience to oversee vital functions of our agency," said Dr. Ed Smith, director of AgriLife Extension. "With his many years of experience and fine performance as an agent and associate director of county programs, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better person for the position."

As executive associate director, Kyle Smith will serve as chief operating officer and AgriLife Extension's second-in-command. He will be responsible for developing and coordinating staffing, supervisory and budgetary recommendations for the entire agency.

Smith will collaborate with the director and contribute to agency oversight. He also will directly oversee operational management of several support units and special programs, including communications, information technology and program development.

Smith said his primary goals are "to provide administrative support and assistance to ensure Texas AgriLife Extension Service maintains its prominence in providing relevant information and educational programs.

"I will ensure Texas AgriLife Extension Service staff and faculty have the resources they need to be successful in problem solving and providing continuing education to improve the lives of Texans," he said.

Smith joined AgriLife Extension in 1972 and served for 15 years as an agent for agriculture in Gaines, Crosby and Lubbock counties. He was then promoted to a district supervisor position, a post he held for five years. In 1993, he was appointed the agency's associate director for county programs, which carried the responsibility of overseeing the staff of 250 county offices across Texas.

Smith earned his bachelor's degree in agricultural economics and master's degree in agricultural education from Texas Tech University.

AgriLife Extension is charged with delivering high quality, relevant educational programs to the people, businesses and communities of Texas and beyond. Although an agency of the Texas A&M System, the agency is separately funded by the state and has more than 1,500 employees statewide.

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Date: 8/7/08


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