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Mark J. Smyth
Managing Director
Mark Smyth is a founding partner of the group and has contributed to Failaka's development since the firm's inception in 1996.
Mr. Smyth began his financial career in 1992 with the Bank of Montreal's Harris Trust and Savings Bank in Chicago, gaining experience in lending, mortgage banking, and sales management. Afterwards, he became a partner with The International Investor of Kuwait, managing one of the firm's direct investments in New York before becoming involved with the firm's acquisition strategy from their Kuwait City office. Since 2006 Mr. Smyth has managed Failaka’s advisory business, organised and hosted the Annual Failaka Awards and expanded the group’s research and data offerings.
Mr. Smyth holds a B.S. in Business Management and an M.B.A. in International Finance from DePaul University in Chicago.
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