Steven Ralston

Steven Ralston, CFA has a diverse work experience in the finance industry. Steven began their career as a Director of Research & Senior Analyst at Zacks Investment Research in 2004, providing independent research on small cap companies in natural resources, alternative energy, and consumer staples sectors. Steven also conducted independent research on large cap companies for distribution to major financial institutions.

In 2007, Steven transitioned to Stalla Review, where they worked as an Instructor until 2010. During this time, they likely played a role in teaching and training aspiring finance professionals.

Prior to their time at Stalla Review, Steven worked at BlackRock, Inc. from 1998 to 2003 as a Portfolio Manager and Analyst. Steven managed a $2.3 billion BlackRock Large Cap Growth Fund and followed sectors such as healthcare, consumer non-durable, financials, basic industry, energy, and capital goods.

Before joining BlackRock, Steven worked at GENERAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE from 1995 to 1998 as an Analyst and Portfolio Manager, managing U.S. and Canadian equity portfolios.

At the beginning of their career in 1984, Steven held various positions at First National Bank of Maryland. Steven worked as a Director of Research, Analyst, and Portfolio Manager, where they focused on technology, capital goods, consumer sectors, and the paper/forest products industry. Steven managed aggressive equity and mid-cap equity funds and coordinated research efforts.

Overall, Steven Ralston, CFA has significant experience in research, analysis, portfolio management, and teaching in the finance industry.

Steven Ralston, CFA holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Management Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), which they obtained from 1972 to 1975. Steven also pursued a Bachelor of Science (SB) degree in Management Science from the MIT Sloan School of Management during the same period. Prior to their college education, Steven attended Glenelg High School. In addition to their academic qualifications, Steven is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), though the year of certification is not specified.