Gibson Smith Realty Co. partner, H.P. “Smitty” Smith, CCIM, was awarded Life Membership by the CCIM Institute at their annual national meeting held recently in Chicago.  Smith earned the CCIM designation November 11, 1988 and, in being awarded Life Membership, was recognized for his leadership service to the Institute over many years.  Smith served as the Institute’s Treasurer in 2003, Vice President in 2004 and on the national Board of Directors for 12 years. Smith also served as NC CCIM Chapter President in 1993.