Brad Bell

Brad Bell, CFA, is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in credit research and analysis. Currently serving as Senior Investment Credit Research Manager at Empower since January 2018, Brad previously held the role of Director at Fitch Ratings, focusing on a portfolio of energy companies, including exploration and production, midstream/MLP, and refining sectors. Brad's earlier positions include directing credit analysis and financial modeling for oil and gas pipelines, and conducting portfolio optimization research as a Financial Analyst at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Additionally, Brad managed the Saluki Student Investment Fund, overseeing a $1 million portfolio. Complementing an academic background in Finance and Mathematics from Southern Illinois University, Brad has pursued music, performing as a professional pianist and teaching piano lessons.