William Martin Smith

Background

Smith, William Martin was born on November 30, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Sam and Helen Smith.

Education

Bachelor, Michigan State University, 1965. Juris Doctor, Chicago Kent College Law, 1973.

Career

Senior vice president, director Attorney - General Becker, Incorporated., Chicago, 1972-1977. Bar: Illinois 1974; president, chief operating officer Chicago Board Options Exchange, 1977-1979. President, chief executive officer New York Futures Exchange, 1979-1981, since 1987.

General partner Zimbalist Smith Limited.

Achievements

• William Martin Smith has been listed as a noteworthy financial executive by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Served to lieutenant (junior grade) United States Naval Reserve, 1966-1969. Member Futures Industry Association, Illinois Bar Association. Club: Union League (Chicago).

Connections

Married Linda Carol Zimbalist, May 27, 1979. 1 child, Brian Alexander.