Scott Sprandel serves as the Director of RIA Services at Zacks Investment Management, a position held since July 2013, and previously held the role of Director of Major Accounts Services at Zacks Investment Research from July 2007 to July 2013. With extensive experience in institutional sales and financial services, Scott managed sales and profitability, driving consulting business initiatives and expanding operations globally. Prior roles include Director of Institutional Sales and Director of IR Services, where Scott led sales strategies and built high-performing teams. Early career experiences include roles at Citigroup, State Farm Insurance, Wachovia Securities/First Union, and American Investment Services, focusing on sales, revenue generation, and client management. Scott holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Waldorf University and additional education from Harper College and The American College of Financial Services.