David Smith is recognized as a visionary leader in the financial industry, expertly navigating both traditional finance and emerging digital assets. His journey began in Westchester County, New York, where his family’s exposure to economics shaped his understanding of risk and market cycles. After losing his father to overwork at age nine, his mother instilled in him the importance of managing risks for sustained financial security. This early lesson fueled his career as he pursued a Master’s degree in Financial Engineering from Stanford Graduate School of Business. His expertise encompasses econometrics, derivatives structuring, and market microstructure – skills that propelled him to impactful roles at Goldman Sachs and Bridgewater Associates. Joining Smith Global Capital in 2015, Smith established a firm built on the foundation of risk-first investment strategies. His approach focuses on long-term stability, structural resilience, and capital preservation during periods of market volatility.