Crystal Smith is an experienced Grants Management Analyst with more than a decade of experience supporting federal grants throughout the pre-award, post-award, and closeout lifecycle. She has supported federal agencies including USDA, DOT, and HHS, with expertise in grant compliance, budget financial analysis, performance monitoring, technical assistance, and federal grant regulations. She has worked in the non-profit sector administering Grants and Cooperative Agreements with USAID securing million dollar funding for global communities and initiatives. Crystal is a certified Grant Writer with training in Grants Consulting from the University District of Columbia, she is passionate about helping organizations and small businesses successfully obtain grant funds and navigate grant funding while maintaining strong financial accountability and compliance.