OklahomaCarShows.Com Certified Judge
James D. Smith – Certified Judge, OklahomaCarShows.com
James D. Smith brings over 25 years of leadership and marketing experience to the Oklahoma car community. Born in Harrogate, England and raised in Tulsa, James has combined his professional background in marketing, business development, and event management with his lifelong passion for classic cars.
He is the owner of Marketing Smart Inc. and co-founder of OklahomaCarShows.com, a statewide platform supporting more than 800 annual car shows. His professional career includes serving as Director of Business Development at Saint Francis Health System for 18 years, where he launched large-scale community events, and later as Director of Marketing at Oral Roberts University. Today, James manages marketing and event strategies for organizations across healthcare, education, and automotive industries.
In the car world, James is deeply engaged in building community connections, sponsoring shows, and supporting clubs across Oklahoma. As a judge, he is committed to fair, consistent, and transparent scoring, ensuring participants have an enjoyable and rewarding car show experience.
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