Technology >> Analyst Interviews >> November 3, 2003

Electronic Supply Chain Companies: Matthew Sheerin – Thomas Weisel Partners Llc

Matthew Sheerin is a Principal in the Research Department at Thomas Weisel Partners LLC, where he covers the electronic supply chain sector. His coverage universe includes various pockets of the electronic supply chain, including the EMS industry; component and connector makers and distributors; and IT products distributors and resellers. Prior to joining the firm in June 2000, Mr. Sheerin was Editor-in-Chief of Electronic Buyers' News, the premier weekly newspaper in the electronics industry, where he oversaw coverage of semiconductors, distribution, outsourcing and supply chain management. He is a recognized authority on the electronic supply chain, and he has been a featured speaker at several industry conferences. Mr. Sheerin also has held financial reporting and editing positions at several daily newspapers, including Investor's Business Daily. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Thiel College and a Master of Journalism degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Profile
TWST: Could we start out with a quick overview of your coverage in the

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Mr. Sheerin: My coverage actually spans many different pockets of the

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