Dr. Velvet Smith

Executive Director
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Dr. Velvet L. Smith brings over 20 years of experience in education to her role as Executive Director at Horizons Hampton Roads. She joined our team in 2023 to serve as Education Director and delivered creative programming and positive energy to the overall organization.  Specializing in special education and early literacy, she focuses on creating immersive and engaging learning experiences that encourage critical thinking and self-reflection in students. Driven by her belief in making education relatable, engaging, and impactful, Dr. Smith is inspired by Booker T. Washington’s philosophy of excellence through uncommon approaches to common tasks. Her goal is to stretch young minds and connect them more deeply with the world around them.