M. Joseph Smith

Executive summary

Joe Smith is a Managing Director in Grant Thornton’s Public Finance Group located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He serves municipal issuers, underwriters and financial advisors across the country.

Prior to joining Grant Thornton, Joe was a manager with Ernst & Young for 5 years, serving in their public finance practice.

Joe has 30 years of experience consulting with clients on advance refunding transactions, arbitrage compliance and CMBS loan defeasance.

Professional qualifications and memberships

CPA licensed in Minnesota, Arizona and California
Chartered Financial Analyst

Education

University of Wisconsin, Master of Science, 1988
University of Arizona, Bachelor of Science, 1984

Major: Accounting/Finance