What is Sandra Smith's net worth and salary?
Sandra Smith is an American television host, anchor, and reporter who has a net worth of $6 million. Sandra Smith is best known for her role as co-anchor of "America Reports" on Fox News Channel. With a background in business and finance, Smith transitioned from the trading floors of Chicago to become a respected figure in broadcast journalism, bringing analytical rigor and a dynamic presence to her reporting.
Early Life and Education
Born on September 22, 1980, in Wheaton, Illinois, Smith grew up in a family with strong ties to the financial sector; her father was a floor trader at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. She graduated from Wheaton Warrenville South High School in 1998, where she excelled in athletics, earning letters in cross country and track, and serving as team captain.
Smith began her college education at Illinois State University before transferring to Louisiana State University (LSU) in 2002. At LSU, she competed in track and field events, including the 1,500 meters and steeplechase, and earned a degree in business with a minor in speech.
Career in Finance
After college, Smith embarked on a career in finance, starting as a research associate at Aegis Capital Group. She then worked as a trader at Hermitage Capital Corporation in New York City, executing U.S. equities and options orders. Later, she became the director of institutional sales and trading at Terra Nova Institutional in Chicago, where she managed investment management and hedge fund accounts, and assisted in developing program trading models.
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Transition to Journalism
Smith's expertise in finance led her to Bloomberg Television, where she served as an on-air reporter covering U.S. equities and derivatives markets. In October 2007, she joined Fox Business Network as a reporter during its launch. Her insightful reporting and engaging on-screen presence quickly made her a standout journalist.
In April 2014, Smith began co-hosting "Outnumbered" on Fox News Channel, a panel show featuring four female commentators and one rotating male guest discussing current news and cultural topics. She later co-anchored "America's Newsroom," providing in-depth news coverage and analysis. Since January 2021, Smith has co-anchored "America Reports" alongside John Roberts, delivering news and interviews on weekdays.
Personal Life
Smith is married to John Conolly, a former financial professional and current business commentator. The couple met while working at Terra Nova Institutional and married in May 2010. They have two children, a daughter named Cora and a son named John Jr., and reside in New York City.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Smith is known for her athleticism, often participating in running events, and for her commitment to family life.