Tommy T. Martin Chair of Insurance
2025 Inductee Smith, Jr., Carl Gibbs
Carl’s many contributions to the life insurance industry, particularly through his leadership and service with NAIFA Tennessee, paved the way for countless others to grow and succeed in the profession. Beyond his professional accomplishments, his humility and generosity left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege to know and work alongside him, qualities that made him a natural and worthy candidate for this honor. Carl passed away on February 11, 2020.

Dr. Dave Wood, Martin Chair of Insurance
Dave.Wood@mtsu.edu

Rebecca Darden, Risk Management & Insurance Program Coordinator
Rebecca.Darden@mtsu.edu

The Martin Chair of Insurance at MTSU is named in honor of Thomas T. “Tommy” Martin
