Eoin Smyth 

Eoin began his career in 1994 as a market maker for NationsBank and Banque CPR on the Paris Bourse, trading options on French Government Bond Futures. On returning to Dublin, he joined the New York Board of Trade before going on to establish the operations of Custom House Capital Online.

 

He later joined Fortis Bank as Head of Relationship Management before taking on a leadership role at Blueseal in 2009. Eoin led the firm’s successful MiFID regulatory application and oversaw the establishment of Capella Securities Limited.

 

As Chief Executive and Designated Person for Investment Management, Eoin combines extensive front-office experience across major European markets with a deep understanding of regulatory and operational frameworks. He plays a central role in setting the firm’s strategic direction and ensuring strong governance and performance oversight.

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Eoin is also a regular speaker at industry events in Europe and the United States, sharing his insights on market structure, regulation, and investment management.