Michael Smith

Michael C Smith is the CEO and Executive Music Business Consultant of The Carlton Smith Music Group, specializing in preparing emerging artists for successful careers in the music industry.

With a diverse educational background that includes studies in Music Business, Military Strategic Intelligence, Computer Information Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Network and System Administration, and Music Electronic Engineering, Michael brings a unique blend of skills and knowledge to his consultancy work.

He holds certificates in Music Business from NYU Tisch Art and Public Policy, Network and System Administration/Administrator from Georgetown University, and an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) in Music Electronic Engineering from Queensborough Community College.

Michael C Smith has also served in various roles such as Adjunct Professor at Anne Arundel Community College, On Air Personality at WMUC FM, Deployment Engineer at Discovery Communications, and Associate Producer at Pseudo.com, further enriching his professional experience and expertise.

In addition to his consultancy work, Michael is a sought-after speaker at music conferences across the country, advocating for musicians to approach their craft from a business perspective, emphasizing the importance of treating music as a business to achieve success in the industry.