Janna Smith
Connecting individuals with independent contractor opportunities through personal communication, thoughtful guidance, and a genuine interest in helping people explore their professional goals.
Experience. Relationships. Real people.
Janna Smith serves Nationwide through Valued Merchant Services.
Janna Smith is a Recruiter with Valued Merchant Services (VMS), helping individuals explore independent contractor opportunities in merchant services, sales, recruiting, and business development. An Oklahoma native with experience in both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, Janna brings a diverse professional background in administration, marketing, sales, admissions, and consultation. Since joining VMS in 2025, she has focused on connecting people with professional opportunities that align with their interests, experience, and personal goals.
Throughout her career, Janna Smith has valued meaningful communication, personal connections, and helping others navigate important decisions. Her experience across different industries has given her an appreciation for the unique strengths individuals bring to their work. She understands that professional goals change throughout life and believes exploring a new opportunity should begin with clear information, thoughtful questions, and genuine conversation.
Janna Smith’s Professional Background and Recruiting Experience
Janna’s professional experience includes working with both nonprofit organizations and for-profit businesses. These environments have provided opportunities to develop skills in administration, marketing, sales, admissions, and professional consultation.
Her administrative experience has reinforced the importance of organization, communication, and dependable follow-through. Meanwhile, her background in marketing and sales has strengthened her understanding of relationship development and the value of clearly explaining available services and opportunities.
Experience in admissions and consultation has also contributed to Janna Smith’s ability to listen carefully, understand individual needs, and help people evaluate important choices.
These skills are especially valuable in recruiting, where every candidate brings different qualifications, motivations, and expectations.
Janna believes that successful professional relationships begin with respect, honesty, and an appreciation for each individual’s circumstances. Rather than assuming that one opportunity will suit everyone, she encourages candidates to explore their options and consider what makes sense for their current stage of life.
Helping Candidates Explore Opportunities With Valued Merchant Services
As a VMS Recruiter, Janna Smith introduces individuals to independent contractor opportunities available through Valued Merchant Services.
VMS offers several professional roles, including Regional Account Managers, Merchant Solutions Associates, Recruiters, and Regional Sales Managers. These positions provide opportunities for individuals interested in sales, relationship building, recruiting, and business development.
Janna understands that candidates may be considering a career transition, looking for additional professional opportunities, or exploring greater flexibility in how they work.
She helps prospective contractors learn about available positions, understand their responsibilities, and review the training and support resources provided by VMS.
These opportunities are independent contractor positions with performance-based compensation rather than traditional salaried employment. Janna believes candidates should understand these arrangements before deciding whether a particular role is appropriate.
Through phone conversations and remote meetings, Janna Smith makes it convenient for individuals to ask questions and explore available opportunities regardless of their location.
Prospective candidates can also visit Valued Merchant Services career opportunities to learn about available positions, compensation structures, and onboarding resources.
Personal Connections, Community Involvement, and Professional Values
Originally from Oklahoma, Janna values the personal connections and sense of community that have influenced her life and professional outlook.
Outside her recruiting activities, Janna enjoys spending time with family, music, visiting farmers markets, and exploring wellness activities that support physical and mental well-being.
Faith and advocacy for individuals with special needs are also important parts of her life. These interests reflect her appreciation for community, compassion, and helping others navigate different circumstances.
For Janna Smith, recruiting is about more than introducing someone to an available position. It is an opportunity to connect with individuals, understand their goals, and help them gather the information needed to make confident professional decisions.
She recognizes that the right opportunity depends on a person’s experience, interests, availability, and goals. Her approach emphasizes personalized communication rather than a one-size-fits-all recruiting process.
Whether someone has experience in sales, administration, customer service, business ownership, or another professional field, Janna welcomes conversations about how existing skills may translate into the merchant services industry.
Connect with Janna Smith to explore independent contractor opportunities with Valued Merchant Services. Schedule a remote conversation to learn more about available positions and determine which opportunities may align with your professional goals.
“I value communication and connection. My goal is to help people explore opportunities that fit their needs and the season of life they're in.” Janna Smith
Clarity first. Commitment second.
Learn about independent contractor responsibilities, performance-based compensation, and the training resources available before deciding whether to apply.
Explore your next opportunity.
VMS offers independent contractor opportunities in merchant solutions, sales, recruiting, leadership, and related programs. Compensation and responsibilities vary by role.
Clarity first. Commitment second.
Review the available 1099 roles, training structure, expectations, and compensation information. These opportunities are not salaried W-2 employment positions.
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