Smithers celebrates 100 years of excellence in client commitment and integrity

Akron, OH — Smithers announce the celebration of its 100th anniversary. Over the past century, Smithers has established itself as a leader in the Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Compliance (TICC) market sector by providing exceptional services to its clients, while remaining committed to its mission of providing accurate data, on time, with high touch.
Founded on April 7, 1925 by Vernon Smithers, Smithers began as an independent tire testing company in a three-bay garage on Sweitzer Avenue in Akron, Ohio, and has since grown into a multi-national company with 27 sites worldwide that provides data, information, inspection, consulting, and certification services to over 15 different industries. With a legacy of being the first independent tire testing company, the Smithers journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence, adaptability to market trends, and an unwavering focus on client satisfaction.
“We are incredibly proud to reach this significant milestone,” said Mike Hochschwender, Smithers, CEO. “This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and vision of our loyal clients, team members, and partners who have believed in us throughout the years. As we reflect on our rich history, we look forward to our future and shaping the next 100 years of growth and innovation.”
Smithers has always strived to lead with purpose and ethics while never wavering from its strategic commitment of delivering accurate data, on time, with high touch. Over the past century, the company has successfully navigated numerous industry disruptions, regulatory changes, economic turbulence, technological advancements, market shifts, and strategic acquisitions and it continues to stand at the forefront of the TICC industry.
“Looking ahead, we remain committed to evolving and adapting to meet the needs of our clients while staying true to our founding principles as Vernon Smithers always stated, ‘if you are not certain it is right, don’t report it’,” added Mike Hochschwender, Smithers, CEO. “The next century will bring new opportunities, markets, and challenges, but we are confident that our legacy and the foundation laid over the past 100 years will guide us as we continue to innovate and grow.”
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