Ralph H. Demmler (August 22, 1904 – December 23, 1995) was an American lawyer – specializing in corporate banking law – and chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission from June 1953 to May 1955.
[1] Ralph Demmler was an accomplished lawyer who graduated from Allegheny College, where he was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa,[1] an honor recognizing academic excellence.
[1] Demmler is notable for his career in law, where he made significant contributions, including holding prominent positions in government and the private sector.
[1] A member of the Republican Party, he served as chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) between June 1953 and 1955.
[1] During his career, he served as a member of the board of various corporations, including Duquesne Light, Sharon Steel and Hammermill Paper.