About Cathy Smith
Cathy E. Smith is a seasoned Online Marketing Strategist and the founder of C2 Online Marketing Group, LLC, with over a decade of expertise in digital marketing, eCommerce, and entrepreneurship coaching. She is the host of The After Work Entrepreneur podcast, which offers strategic guidance for professionals looking to turn side hustles into profitable full-time businesses...
…Her podcast focuses on creating a 9-to-5 exit strategy, helping corporate professionals develop sustainable passive income—even if they are service-based entrepreneurs. Cathy’s mission is to equip listeners with practical tools and the latest online marketing strategies to navigate their entrepreneurial journey confidently.
Previously, Cathy hosted The P.R.I.M.E. Show, a live-studio podcast that delivered cutting-edge insights on social media marketing and digital strategies. Notably, she has interviewed high-profile guests such as MC Lyte, Anne Nesby, Speech (Arrested Development), and Jennifer Abernethy.
Cathy is also the author of the business resource, “Turn Your Passion Into Profits: Free and Low Cost Online Marketing for Entrepreneurs,” which offers actionable steps for small business owners to grow their online presence, boost brand visibility, and increase revenue on a budget. Her expertise has been featured in the acclaimed business directory, Careers from the Kitchen Table (4th Edition), alongside industry leaders like Alex Mandossian, Cookie Johnson, and Dr. J.B. Hill.
In 2011, Cathy shifted her focus toward social media marketing and achieved remarkable success—organically quadrupling her Twitter following in just 60 days. She believes in the power of authentic engagement and the importance of creating a lasting digital footprint in today’s business landscape.
Cathy connects with audiences nationwide and internationally through her coaching programs, speaking engagements, and online business assessments. She is active across all major social platforms under the handles Cathy E. Smith or cathyesmith7—including Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram.
Email: Cathy@cathyesmith.com
Website: www.CathyESmith.com
Phone: 240-523-3707
Podcast: The After Work Entrepreneur
Book: Turn Your Passion Into Profits