Edward Smith Biography and Net Worth

Director of Data I/O

Mr. Smith joined the Data I/O Board in 2022 and was appointed Board Chair in December 2025. He serves as Executive Chairman of SMTC Corporation, having previously served as its CEO through May 2024. He was formerly President of Avnet Inc. and CEO of SMTEK International. He is the founder of the We Will Never Forget charitable foundation. Mr. Smith brings over 25 years of experience in EMS and electronic component distribution.

What is Edward J. Smith's net worth?: The estimated net worth of Edward J. Smith is at least $114.27 thousand as of May 7th, 2025. Mr. Smith owns 42,815 shares of Data I/O stock worth more than $114,273 as of November 13th. This net worth approximation does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Smith may own. Learn More about Edward J. Smith's net worth.
How do I contact Edward J. Smith?: The corporate mailing address for Mr. Smith and other Data I/O executives is 6645 185TH AVE NE SUITE 100, REDMOND WA, 98052. Data I/O can also be reached via phone at (425) 867-6922 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Edward J. Smith's contact information.
Has Edward J. Smith been buying or selling shares of Data I/O?: Edward J. Smith has not been actively trading shares of Data I/O over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, on Wednesday, May 7th, Edward J. Smith bought 5,000 shares of Data I/O stock. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $2.46 per share, with a total value of $12,300.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director now directly owns 42,815 shares of the company's stock, valued at $105,324.90. Learn More on Edward J. Smith's trading history.
Who are Data I/O's active insiders?: Data I/O's insider roster includes Anthony Ambrose (President), Douglas Brown (Director), Rajeev Gulati (VP), Joel Hatlen (CFO), Edward Smith (Director), and William Wentworth (President and Chief Executive Officer). Learn More on Data I/O's active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Data I/O?: In the last year, Data I/O insiders bought shares 1 times. They purchased a total of 373,133 shares worth more than $999,996.44. The most recent insider tranaction occured on October, 20th when Major Shareholder Red Oak Partners, Llc bought 373,133 shares worth more than $999,996.44. Insiders at Data I/O own 4.1% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Data I/O.
Information on this page was last updated on 10/20/2026.

Edward J. Smith Insider Trading History at Data I/O

Transaction Date	Buy/Sell	Number of Shares	Average Share Price	Total Transaction	Shares Held After Transaction	Details
5/7/2025	Buy	5,000	$2.46	$12,300.00	42,815

Edward J. Smith Buying and Selling Activity at Data I/O

Data I/O Company Overview

Data I/O Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of programming and security deployment systems and services for electronic device manufacturers in the United States, Europe, and internationally. Its programming system products are used to program integrated circuits (ICs) with the specific data for the ICs. The company offers PSV handlers off-line automated programming systems, such as PSV2800 automated programming system which focuses on high-volume manufacturing in a lower cost platform; PSV7000 automated programming system for security deployment upgrades; PSV5000 automated programming system that combines mid-range capacity and supports security deployment; and PSV3500 automated programming system which provides basic programming needs. It also provides SentriX security deployment system; and LumenX and non-automated FlashPAK III programming systems. In addition, the company offers hardware support, system installation and repair, and device programming services. It markets and sells its products to original equipment manufacturers in automotive and consumer electronics, internet of things, and industrial, as well as electronic manufacturing service contract manufacturers through direct sales, and indirect sales representatives and distributors. Data I/O Corporation was incorporated in 1969 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.

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Volume

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$26.62 million

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