Houston Children’s Charity proudly welcomes its newest member to our Board of Directors, Morris Smith, MBA.

Morris Smith has held numerous positions with increasing responsibility during his tenure in the Coca-Cola system. Morris is currently the Director of Public Affairs, Communications, and Sustainability for Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages.  He is responsible for managing the core public affairs and communications accountabilities for Houston, San Antonio, and Austin, Texas.  Morris is responsible for government relations, issues management, stakeholder relations, local media relations, local community giving strategy, and leadership communications.

Morris is a graduate of Valparaiso University and holds an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management.  Among his recognition are the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boys and Girls Club Legacy Award, The YMCA Black and Hispanic Achievers Award, and Dollars and Cents Magazine’s Best and Brightest Business and Professional Men and Women Award. Morris served as the Chairman of the Board for 100 Black Men of Chicago, Board Member PUSH-EXCEL, Board  Member, William A Lawson Institute for Peace and Prosperity, and is Nominations and Governance Chair for Houston Area Urban League.

His addition to the board will bring unique talents, expertise, and enthusiasm that will further our mission of improving the quality of life for Greater Houston’s underprivileged, abused, and disabled children. We look forward to working with Morris in serving our special children!