Awards & Honors

Honored by the Vatican Recognized by industry, celebrated by her peers

Few leaders in health have been recognized across faith, science, and business. Dr. Robin L. Smith’s honors reflect a career spent bringing all three together.

Papal medal, Pontifical Equestrian Order of Saint Sylvester

The Papal Knighthood

Knighted by Pope Francis

One of only five pontifical orders of knighthood, the Order of Saint Sylvester recognizes laypeople for distinguished service to the Church and to humanity.

The honor came amid Dr. Smith’s work bringing scientists, physicians, and faith leaders together at the Vatican.

Dame Commander with Star, Pontifical Equestrian Order of Saint Sylvester
25+major personal honors
#1Deloitte Fast 500, tri-state, two years running
$200M+raised as a NASDAQ CEO

Faith & Humanity

Build Bridges for Healing

Honored for building bridges between science, faith, and the people medicine serves.

2019

International Diplomacy Award

Regenerative Medicine Foundation, presented at the World Stem Cell Summit

2018

Future Health Humanitarian Award

HEALinc

Science & Industry

Build the Future of Medicine

Recognized for turning scientific breakthroughs into companies, and companies into momentum.

2026

Skin Anarchy Top Picks Professional Awards, Scientist

The 2026 Skin Anarchy Top Picks Professional Awards recognize leading physicians, surgeons, dermatologists, and industry innovators in science-backed aesthetics and skincare.

Dr. Robin L. Smith with the 2026 Skin Anarchy Top Picks Professional Awards Scientist badge
2019

Honorary Doctor of Science

Thomas Jefferson Medical College

2014

EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist

New York region

NeoStem · Under Her Leadership

Deloitte Technology Fast 500 & Frost & Sullivan

#1 in the tri-state area two years running and #11 nationally on Deloitte’s Fast 500, plus Frost & Sullivan’s North American Cell Therapeutics Technology Innovation Leadership Award

Leadership

Set the Standard for Leadership

Recognized by business, media, and advocacy organizations as a leading woman in business and health.

2024

Prestigious Women’s Award

South Florida Business & Wealth, received with Exotropin co-founder Dr. Nicole Martin

2024 Prestigious Women Awards honorees Dr. Robin L. Smith and Dr. Nicole Martin
2018

Gold Stevie® Award, Woman of the Year

Government or Non-Profit

2018

Woman of the Year

Business Intelligence Group

2016

Women of Power and Influence

National Organization for Women

2014

Brava Award

Top women business leaders in Greater New York

What It Means

Earn Trust in Every Room

These honors tell event hosts, partners, and audiences something simple: when Dr. Smith speaks about the future of health, the credibility of the Church, the scientific community, and the business world stands behind her words.

Speaking · Media · Advisory

Bring an honored voice to your stage

Keynotes, panels, interviews, board and advisory roles. Start the conversation with Dr. Smith and her team.