General Investing >> Money Manager Interviews >> January 12, 1998

Geoffrey R. Akers – Southwest Securities

GEOFFREY R. AKERS is a Research Analyst/Fixed Income Securities at Southwest Securities. Dr. Akers earned his Bachelor's degree in engineering physics from the University of Maine and two Master's of Science degrees in applied math and applied physics from Columbus University. He also holds a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Connecticut and an M.B.A. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Dr. Akers is an endorsed marathon runner holding 36 performance medals in U.S. marathons, is on the U.S.A. Track & Field Listing/National Directory of Distinguished U.S. Runners and is on the Board of Trustees at Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, Connecticut. Dr. Akers is a licensed NACP (series 24) Principal. Profile
TWST: Why don't we start by your giving to us a description or profile

of your firm and your responsibilities at the firm?

Dr. Akers: The firm, Southwest Securities, is a major investment bank

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