
James B. Smith
Former Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
James B. Smith is president of C&M International, an affiliate of Crowell & Moring. Mr. Smith's career spans senior executive positions in the military, the executive branch, and in international business. Prior to assuming his leadership position at C&M International, Mr. Smith served as U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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