Eli Smith is an award winning contractor who was born in Elmira, NY.
A committed and energetic entrepreneur, he is following in the
footsteps of his parents who were successful business owners for over
40 years. He is hopeful that one day one of his own 5 children will
be inspired to make a difference in the community they live in by
starting their own business.
In 2016 he was awarded the Carey Gabey Excellence and Innovation
Award from Governor Cuomo that recognized him for entrepreneurial
spirit and achievement in contracting.
His community involvement includes sitting on the board of the Girls
& Boys Clubs of Syracuse, The Empire State of the Association of
Builders and Contractors and The Urban Business Association of
Syracuse. He is also an alumnus of Babson College and the Goldman
Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program.
Currently operating out of offices in DC and Syracuse, Eli continues
to give back to his community by mentoring students at area high
schools and colleges including Syracuse University and Onondaga
Community College.