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.”

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