Howard Lutnick Height, Weight, Religion, Net Worth, Age, Biography

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Howard Lutnick (Howard William Lutnick)

Last Updated: 22 Jan, 2025 | Views: 98

Age: 63

Profession: Business Men

Famous For: United States Secretary of Commerce

Howard Lutnick Religion, Birthday, Age

Date of Birth
14 Jul, 1961 (63 Years 07 Months 6 Days)
Birth Country
United States
Birth State/Province
New York
Birth Place
Jericho
Birth Sign
Cancer
Religion
Christianity
Nationalities
American

Howard Lutnick Early life, Education, Career, Awards, Achievements, Controversy, Unknown Facts

About (Profile/Biography): 
Howard Lutnick is the Chairman and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, who transformed personal tragedy into triumph after losing 658 employees, including his brother, in the September 11 attacks. Having lost his parents at a young age, Lutnick's resilience showed as he rebuilt Cantor Fitzgerald from the ashes, while establishing one of the largest relief funds for 9/11 families. His journey from Haverford College graduate to becoming one of Wall Street's most influential figures showcases his determination. Known for his innovative approach to financial technology and philanthropy, Lutnick has reshaped modern financial markets.
Howard Lutnick’s Early Life and Education
• The future Wall Street titan lost his mother to cancer during his freshman year of college, and his father passed away during his senior year of high school, leaving young Howard to care for his younger siblings.
• At Haverford College, the determined student worked as a cafeteria server to support himself, eventually graduating in 1983 with honors and catching the attention of Cantor Fitzgerald during campus recruitment.
• The ambitious graduate joined Cantor Fitzgerald straight out of college and quickly became Bernie Cantor's protégé, showcasing his natural talent for trading and relationship building.
Howard Lutnick’s Rise to Leadership 
• The young executive became the President and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald at just 29, making him one of the youngest leaders of a major Wall Street firm in financial history.
• Under his leadership, 'The Trading Tech Pioneer' transformed Cantor Fitzgerald from a traditional bond trading firm into a diversified financial services powerhouse through eSpeed technology.
• The visionary leader acquired BGC Partners in 2004, expanding the firm's global reach and creating one of the world's largest interdealer brokers.
Awards and Recognition received by Howard Lutnick
• Received the Navy SEAL Foundation's Patriot Award in 2014 for his support of military families and commitment to national service.
• Honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Haverford College in 2016 for his contributions to finance and philanthropy.
• Awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2019 for his exemplary service to America and his humanitarian efforts following 9/11.
Lesser Known Facts about Howard Lutnick
• The resilient CEO carries a piece of the World Trade Center steel in his pocket every day as a reminder of the colleagues he lost and the promise he made to rebuild.
• Despite his wealth, the humble leader still uses his old office furniture from the 1990s, considering it a connection to the firm's history and pre-9/11 legacy.
• The tech-savvy executive was among the first Wall Street leaders to embrace cryptocurrency trading, launching Cantor Fitzgerald Digital in early 2000s.
Controversies around Howard Lutnick
• After 9/11, some victims' families criticized his distribution of the relief fund and compensation decisions, though he maintained transparency throughout the process.
• In 2018, headlines emerged about disputes with competitor BGC Partners over alleged employee poaching and trade secret violations, leading to legal battles.
• The outspoken leader faced backlash in 2020 when he suggested returning to office during the pandemic, though he later adjusted his stance considering employee safety.

Howard Lutnick Weight, Height in inches, Eye Color

Height (Approx.)
In Centimeters 176 cm
In Meters 1.76 m
In feet & Inches 5'9"
Weight (Approx.)
In Kilograms 75 Kg
In Pounds 165 lbs
Eye Color
Brown
Hair Color
Gray

Howard Lutnick Family, Wife

Father's Name
Solomon Lutnick
Mother's Name
Jane Lutnick
Spouse
Allison Lutnick
Brother(s)
Gary Lutnick
Sister(s)
Edie Lutnick
Son(s)
Brandon Lutnick, Ryan Lutnick, Kyle Lutnick
Daughter(s)
Casey Lutnick

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