Meet John D. Staszak, CFA – Securities Analyst
John D. Staszak, CFA
Securities Analyst: Consumer Discretionary & Consumer Staples
John’s expertise lies in the gaming, lodging, and restaurant sectors within the Consumer Discretionary industry. He holds an MBA from the University of Texas and a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania. John has a wealth of experience in the financial services sector, having worked as an analyst and consultant at reputable firms such as Standard & Poor’s, the Bank of New York, Harris Nesbitt Gerard, and Merrill Lynch. He is also a CFA charterholder.
John’s impressive track record as an analyst has garnered recognition from prestigious publications. Forbes magazine ranked John as the second-best stock picker among restaurant analysts in 2006. The Wall Street Journal also recognized him as the second-best analyst covering the restaurant sector in 2007. Additionally, a Financial Times/StarMine survey echoed these accolades in the same year. In 2008, the Journal once again honored John with a third-best ranking among hotel industry analysts and a fifth-best ranking among restaurant analysts.
John D. Staszak, CFA is a seasoned securities analyst with a focus on the Consumer Discretionary and Consumer Staples sectors. His specialization within the Consumer Discretionary industry includes in-depth knowledge of the gaming, lodging, and restaurant sectors. With an MBA from the University of Texas and a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, John brings a strong educational background to his role as an analyst.
Throughout his career, John has accumulated a wealth of experience in the financial services sector. He has held positions as an analyst and consultant at renowned firms such as Standard & Poor’s, the Bank of New York, Harris Nesbitt Gerard, and Merrill Lynch. John’s dedication to his craft is evident in his achievement of the prestigious CFA charterholder designation.
John’s analytical prowess has not gone unnoticed in the industry. In 2006, Forbes magazine recognized him as the second-best stock picker among restaurant analysts. The following year, the Wall Street Journal named him the second-best analyst covering the restaurant sector. This recognition was further solidified by a Financial Times/StarMine survey in the same year.
In 2008, John’s stellar performance as an analyst continued to be acknowledged. The Wall Street Journal honored him with a third-best ranking among hotel industry analysts and a fifth-best ranking among restaurant analysts. John’s consistent track record of success and his deep understanding of the Consumer Discretionary sector make him a valuable asset to any investment firm.
Stay tuned for more insights from John D. Staszak, CFA as he continues to provide expert analysis and recommendations in the ever-evolving world of securities trading.
