As CEO and co-leader of GCES, Clinton Smith brings a client-first mindset shaped by years in hospitality and technology. He’s proud of the dynamic team he and Galen have built—licensed professionals who share a passion for empowering individuals, families, and business owners to take charge of their retirement goals.
Clint holds a Pennsylvania life, health, and annuity license and stays on top of regulatory changes to ensure clients receive accurate, easy-to-understand guidance. His mission is simple: measure success by client success.
Philanthropic at heart, Clint has dedicated his time to numerous local causes. Over the past several years, he has served on the boards of the United Way of Indiana County, Alice Paul House, and the Indiana County Chamber of Commerce. He currently serves on the board of the Indiana County Humane Society and plans to join the YMCA of Indiana County board next year. As United Way campaign chairman in both 2019 and 2024, Clint helped lead major fundraising efforts—most notably, his 2025 campaign raised the highest total in the organization’s history.
His leadership and service have earned him recognition as one of PA Business Central’s Foremost Under 40 in 2023 and Top 100 People in Business in 2025. He was also nominated for the Male Civic Leader award in 2019.
Outside of GCES, Clint is a passionate dog dad, a dedicated community volunteer, and a self-proclaimed foodie whose kitchen skills make frequent appearances on the GCES Facebook page. He believes in making time for what matters—and living life with purpose and energy.