Smart Ventures, Inc. announced that the Mr. Marcel de Rushe has been appointed as a director for Smart Ventures, Inc. Mr. Marcel de Rushe has over 15 years of capital markets experience with a proven track record of results-oriented performance. His career is highlighted by Trading & Investment Management roles in both domestic and international markets. Prior to joining Smart Ventures, Mr. de Rushe served as director of an offshore trust company managing all aspects of client investments.

Previous roles also included investment advisory positions at Bank of America-Merrill Lynch and AIG, and voting member of the Fixed-Income Strategy Committee for BBVA Compass Bank.