Kelly is a figure skating performer, choreographer, stylist, director and producer. A three-time United States figure skating gold medalist, Smith also received a silver medal in pairs and is a five-time Midwestern Sectional competitor and former Minnesota State Champion

Smith holds a B.S.B.A in marketing and musical performance from the University of Denver, where he was the first president of the university’s intercollegiate skating team. After touring and performing, he returned to the school as its head figure skating coach for many years. Smith continues to work with skaters from all across the country on style and performance.