Brian Alexander joined the Raymond James technology research team in 2000 after earning his MBA from the University of Chicago, and was named Director of Technology Research in January 2011.  His coverage focuses on the IT hardware & distribution sector and the electronic manufacturing services sector, and he has twice been recognized in The Wall Street Journal Best on the Street survey for his work.  He has also been recognized in the StarMine Top Analyst survey and the Forbes Blue Chip Analyst survey. He has been named to the Institutional Investor All-American Research team three times, including being named top 10 for responsiveness in 2012.  Previously, Mr. Alexander was an auditor for Deloitte & Touche in Chicago.  He graduated with highest honors from the University of Florida, with a dual bachelor's and master's degree in accounting.  Mr. Alexander is a CFA charterholder.