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Stephens Hires Michael Scialla for Energy Equity Research

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stephens, an independent financial services firm, today announced Michael Scialla has joined the firm as a Managing Director and will lead energy equity research coverage. He will be based in Denver.

“Michael is a consummate professional with deep knowledge of the energy sector that spans finance and Geophysics,” said Executive Vice President, Nik Fisken, Stephens Head of Institutional Equities and Research. “His 30-year career arc includes a diversity of disciplines that is perfectly suited to the changing nature of energy. We look forward to leveraging Michael’s unique insights with clients.”

Mr. Scialla has a distinguished career in energy research. His prior firms included Stifel, A.G. Edwards and HS Resources. He has also worked as a Geophysical Analyst for Chevron. Mr. Scialla earned a Bachelor of Science in Geophysical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and a Masters of Science in Finance from the University of Colorado.

“It’s an honor to join the Stephens team which has a notable history in this sector,” said Mr. Scialla. “This is a dynamic time for energy with new research, new technology and new challenges and I’m excited to work with our team to help clients explore opportunities.”

About Stephens

“Stephens” (the company brand name) is a leading family-owned investment firm that includes Stephens Inc. (member NYSE/SIPC), Stephens Investment Management Group, LLC, Stephens Insurance, LLC, Stephens Capital Partners LLC and Stephens Europe Limited (Registered office: 12 Arthur Street, London, EC4R 9AB, Registered number 8817024), which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. © 2022 Stephens. For more information visit www.Stephens.com.

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Chenoa Taitt, Stephens Inc.
212-891-1742 / chenoa.taitt@stephens.com

Creighton Abrams, Stephens Inc.
212-891-1712 / creighton.abrams@stephens.com

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Contacts

Media:
Chenoa Taitt, Stephens Inc.
212-891-1742 / chenoa.taitt@stephens.com

Creighton Abrams, Stephens Inc.
212-891-1712 / creighton.abrams@stephens.com

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